jeudi 12 juillet 2018

Food And Jewish Christian Interfaith Wedding

By Karen Morris


As faiths collide and people intermingle with denominations of many faiths it is no wonder that many decide to get married even though they are not of the same Religion. Jewish Christian Interfaith Wedding is one such occasion that occurs and is doing so more and more in this modern age. It is a scenario where couples want to use customs and traditions from both faiths and when doing so, one has to take into consideration the needs of the guests.

Food for one is an important area to look at especially when the couple has decided to invite Jews to the occasion. There are strict laws of Kashrut that requires attention and this can be overcome by using a Kosher caterer. These laws embody all the laws as written in the Five Books of Moses as well as those that have been passed on from generation to generation known as the Oral Law.

Arranging a wedding to accommodate all the attendees can present some problems. For one food and what will be served may present a problem but with the right caterer all can go ahead as planned. This is because most Jewish people eat only Kosher food which means they have to abide by the dietary laws as set out in the Torah.

The Kashrut Laws embody all those laws that have been handed down through the centuries and are contained in the Five Books of Moses or the Written Bible as well as taking into account those laws that have been handed down orally. Obviously one does not have to be well versed in these laws but must ensure that there is no mixing of meat and milk products as well. It is best to leave it to a Jewish service provider as they have done many functions and can suggest foods worth serving.

For example, cattle may only be consumed if they are slaughtered correctly by a Shochet which is a ritual slaughterer. The knife used has to be free of blemishes or kinks in the blade. It should also be noted that only the forequarter of the animal may be consumed as the hind legs where the sciatica nerve runs is not allowed.

After blessing Jacob the Angel leaves and this is why people of the Jewish Faith, in remembrance of this, do not eat this part of the animal. Obviously one does not need to know all these facts. It is advisable to delve into them a little so as to be aware of the many laws relating to dietary considerations.

There are many references as to what constitutes what is kosher and what is not. Studying them in depth helps to bridge the gap. For many it is a yearning to convert before the wedding.

This is an arduous path to follow but done so by many. If this is not on the cards, then one can safely use a caterer to attend to all the food requirements and to satisfy all those invited. It is a day to remembered and enjoyed.




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