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GershomiMember
If someone undergoes “hatafa”, are they considered to be a ger?
GershomiMember“The issue of whether she converted Orthodox or non-Orthodox is the critical determination. Was she Orthodox affiliated at the time of her conversion? Is she around to ask? Was she a fully observant Orthodox religious Jew immediately after her conversion? What prompted her to convert?”
These seem to be the pertinent questions, so I intend to find out soon (BH my ima is alive). If it’s possible to “follow” this thread that would be appreciated. To clarify, I realize that if I want a definitive answer then I must ask a rabbi. What I hope to find here is informed opinions from those who know Halacha.
GershomiMember1) How old was she when converting – under 12 or over 12 years old?
Over 12. I believe she was 16.
2) Was she converted through an Orthodox Rabbi? If so, which Rabbi?
Not sure, though I imagine that because she converted 30+ years ago it is likely that it would have been an Orthodox/traditional rabbi. Maybe I shouldn’t draw this conclusion however.
Another similar question question: My family is “non-affiliated” with any “branch” of Judaism however I know from experience that there are plenty of children of intermarriage who are raised believing they are Jewish when halakhically they are not. What is their status? Also, does having a Jewish father affect this status? Thanks.
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