conversion

Yitro was a priest of Midian who worshipped all forms of idolatry. When he heard about the miracles Hashem performed for the Israelites, he left his idols behind and joined the Jewish people. Here's a glimpse into the life of the world's first convert: Yitro, Moses' father-in-law.

He once walked out of a mansion to crowds and cameras—now he walks into a study hall to learn Torah, wearing a kippah and tzitzit.

While teaching in Casablanca, Paul met a kind and wise rabbi who helped him discover the beauty of Torah—and it changed his life forever.

Once living in Turkey as part of a wealthy Muslim family, Leah Gul's life took a turn she never expected. Now, she shares her incredible story.

Influencer Anael Shmueli shares her mother's conversion to Judaism story, reminding us to cherish our Jewish identity, often taken for granted.

Curious about the differences between a Ger Tzedek and a Ger Toshav? Learn about the Seven Noahide Laws and the concept of conditional conversion.

Lutz dreamed of a mysterious word—KABALA—and upon waking, his search led him on a journey of self-discovery, ultimately changing his life forever.

After Suzy's home was bombed in the Blitz on London, she fled with her parents to the countryside, where she discovered her passion for art. What led her to the dramatic transformation of her life, when she converted to Judaism and moved to Israel?

Guided by a deep sense of divine presence since childhood, Zipporah Hodaya Antonietti found her path home to Judaism—later in life, but with a full and joyful heart.

Gabriel Aryeh Sanders' fascinating journey: from a Christian missionary to a devout Jew, fighting against Christian missions.

A one-in-a-billion coincidence: "What are the chances the doctor would find a lump exactly where I made one up? I was paralyzed with fear. How did this happen? It doesn't make any sense; it's a one-in-a-billion coincidence."

It started with a Shabbat gathering in a small room of an absorption center and became a real community composed entirely of converts from South America. What brought them here? How do they cope in Israel? And at what ages did an especially elderly pair of converts get married?

How a Roman prince became a devout Jew, reshaped Jewish learning, and left behind an important translation still studied today

A touching story of a convert who felt lost in Torah study and the rabbi who helped him find the path forward

Ten Essential Facts That Clarify the Process, Purpose, and Power of Halachic Conversion

Through conversations over open books, Pierina, a daughter of a Christian family, wanted to win against the Israeli Jewish man she knew in heated debates on beliefs. He won, and they both gained: Bat-Sheva underwent a proper conversion, they married, and established an observant home. The fascinating story of Bat-Sheva Menachem, a righteous convert.

A Hasidic couple wrongly imprisoned in America inspires a prison guard to discover Judaism and begin a life of Torah and faith.

Born in Sudan and taught that Jews were evil, Yisrael Salah sought refuge in Israel where he discovered the truth about Jews. Despite numerous challenges, he pursued conversion with determination, aided by the guidance of Baba Sali.

Her brave faith, daring kindness, and complete transformation earned her a place among Israel’s greatest souls

On the eve of Shavuot, we had a conversation with two righteous converts, Rabbi Gilad Kinan and Rabbi Natan Gamadze. Both have complex life stories about forging a new path full of challenges, yet both share one insight: "Love the convert." A journey among nations, states, people, and emotions.