vendredi 19 octobre 2018

Tips For Jewish Interfaith Marriage

By Sandra West


Time just seems to speed up when there is much to prepare and the day finally dawns on one before one looks around. A Jewish Interfaith Marriage is common today and so there are many who have travelled this route and will be able to make suggestions on how to go about arranging a ceremony of this type. It is best to consult with a Rabbi as to the nature of how the proceedings will be carried out just to give one an idea as to how a marriage of this type differs from one that one is accustomed to.

If one is choosing to marry into this faith then there will be lots to learn especially should one want to impart this knowledge to kids yet to be born. Judaism is a vast subject which many take years to study. For Jews this is a lifelong goal but for someone who is new to the religion, it is best to start off learning what the broader subjects entail.

Only certain meats may be consumed so this narrows things down a bit when it comes to choice of dishes served. Animals that have chew the cud and have cloven hooves can be eaten and these include cattle, sheep and goats. One must also take into consideration that meat is not allowed to be eaten with milk products so it is best to keep these two products out of the picture.

Cattle, goats and sheep are meat dishes that are allowed as these animals chew the cud and have cloven hooves. This law is derived straight from the Torah or Bible and is practiced by mainstream Judaism. So this narrows things down a bit but one must also remember that meat may not be consumed with milk products.

It is best to discuss these options with a caterer and one will also want to ensure that the caterer has been authorized to cater foods as required by the local Beth Din or House of Judgement, literally translated. This is a body of members that ensure all legalities governing a community are adhered to in strict alignment with the laws of the Torah or Bible. A caterer will carry a certificate allowing them to produce foodstuffs ordained by this governing body.

If one was inkling to a fish meal then there are certain facts that one has to be aware of as not all foodstuffs from the sea may be consumed. For instance, fish that have fins and scales may be eaten so the choice is wide here and will be dependent on what is readily available. Seafood is a definite no and this includes all seafood for example, prawns, lobster, calamari and others.

It is a fun time for all. Giving oneself enough time before the due date is advisable as there is much to prepare and see to. Food is not a problem as one discusses the many varying options with a caterer. These can be found online too.

Judaism is a beautiful religion that practices love for all and tolerance of others. It is about elevating the mundane to a higher spiritual level and this is apparent because of the many blessings said before and after eating food. The nuptial day is a special one and will be remembered always.




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