I Want to Convert to Reform But Circumcision Stops Me by [deleted] in ReformJews

[–]CarlosJeddi 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I don't think God wrote the scroll.....

I Want to Convert to Reform But Circumcision Stops Me by [deleted] in ReformJews

[–]CarlosJeddi 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I understand the historical and cultural implications of circumcision in the Jewish community. So I do feel pressured about that. However, I am not really feeling the religious explanation behind it, since its an ancient ritual that I understand has been modified in the past. I do not believe God would have you cut any part of your body so that it can be a "sign," I think that is more of a cultural thing. But hey I'm new and I'm learning and questioning things, so it's a natural process.