So, why do you want to be Jewish? http://https://images.forwardcdn.com/image/1300x/center/images/cropped/seesaw829-1423583270.jpg The essay below was originally written as part of my beit din, which took place in August. I wanted to share this personal testimony, in case it’s helpful for other individuals exploring their connection to Judaism and/or converting. The question, “Why do you want to be Jewish?” is one I’ve been asked several times, sometimes indirectly (by gentiles) and directly (by Jews). Let me tell you why — The community, comfort, and challenges I’ve experienced through learning and practicing Judaism have transformed my view of religious spaces. To feel accepted and...