Challenges of converting to Judaism | Part 1 of 2

[@Yomarkjean]

"It's not just a religion, it's a whole land that comes with this thing, a whole language." I felt that

[@houseoflev]

I felt that too ach!! 👊🏾👊🏾👊🏾 Thx for watching

[@nosondre]

A whole land? What? It’s free?

[@user_mll374]

@@nosondre Israel, Jerusalem and Hebrew. And Aramaic. Jews are originally from Israel. Most of our holidays are centered around what happened to us in Israel and how we lived in ancient Israel. Literally almost all our holidays are land-based like this. Shabbat commandments are also land-based. And all our prayers are in Hebrew and Aramaic. This is why jews must know Hebrew. The language of our ancient land 🇮🇱 That's why converting to Judaism can take years of learning all this 😉

[@frieder8676]

I wish you and your family all the best. May Hashem bless you. I like your videos so much.

[@houseoflev]

@@frieder8676 thank you so much

[@shanividal8885]

My mother always says "do your best and let god do the rest". Thank you for the inspiration and good vibes ❤

[@chayaleah4629]

I really enjoy your channel. My husband and I and our family of small children converted 13 ago. I was also expecting at the time, and our son just had his bar mitzvah birthday. We wish you hatzlacha as you continue your journey!

[@houseoflev]

Wow 13 yrs??? Mazal Tov on your sons big day. I’m sure it was beautiful. Thank you for stopping by and for the encouragement

[@meandykbishop8603]

Thank you for sharing your journey. Like you, my husband and I are on the path to becoming Jewish. At the moment, our biggest hurdle is finding the community that fits our family, like you mentioned. We have been to a couple in the area we currently live and they are not just right. There is still room for personal growth too. Thank you for sharing!

[@idannaor9839]

Great episode! May the Hebrew month of Nisan be a month of rejuvenation, peace, and redemption for you.

[@houseoflev]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@andybee9764]

I'm still here! You are so inspiring. I wish we could have you at our Pesach seder. (And likewise, it would be so amazing to be at your seder!) You continue to inspire so many of us with your enthusiasm and your clarity. May Hashem continue to bless you. I'm looking forward to Part 2 and your getting deeper.

[@houseoflev]

Thank you for hanging in there with us for the entire 24mins lol! We appreciate it. And yes we can’t wait to have people over for dinners and holidays. And thank you, I’m sure your Seder is going to be magnificent.

[@gb2850]

I’d like to add that at this point you guys know more Halacha than a lot of us FFB’s. We grow up in this but mistakes can be passed down through generations. Can’t tell you how many times I or my children or my friends will express surprise at hearing a Halacha that we never knew or were doing wrong. In these videos you literally help those of us born into it to renew our commitment to Torah and Halacha with joy and excitement. Your pure joy for Hashem and Torah is infectious. You are truly Mekadesh Shem Shamayim. I am sure you will be joining us very soon - may you continue to be zocheh To inspire many more people!!

[@houseoflev]

These words hit very deep. Thank you so much for these kinds words!🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 It messages like this that really help us on our journey. Thank you 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@StarvrosMitchell]

Sorry to hear about your food poisoning. I am still here. A well spent 24 minutes. I am so elated that Judaism is not a recreational club. I appreciated your balance, showing the beauty and challenges that come with taking on Judaism. It is helpful ...Baruch HaShem. So much grace your way as you recover.

[@houseoflev]

Thank you Starvros👍🏾👍🏾

[@rubyg49]

We’re still here 🎉. I love longer videos btw. Missed seeing you both. So glad you’re feeling better 🤗

[@houseoflev]

Hey Ruby. Thank you. We missed seeing your messages! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@theholisticguy]

Shalom!!! I watched the entire video and shared the video with my teen daughters!!! Love you for sharing your journey! We are also an African American family who follows Torah! Blessings to you both!

[@houseoflev]

Shalom mishpacha!!!! We’re so happy to see your comment. It’s an honor to share our journey. Thanks for taking the time to watch. Stay strong on the journey, and talk to Hashem everyday. 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@jonathanstein6056]

I was introduced to you guys through an interview you did with Rabbi Singer. I love your story! You make me want to be a better Jew. Thanks for sharing everything! J

[@houseoflev]

Thanks so much brother for the kind words. May we all grow closer and closer to Hashem🙏🏾

[@jonathanstein6056]

@@houseoflev keep inspiring ✡️

[@purpleandred7]

So glad you're both feeling better now .. sending you love 💜

[@houseoflev]

Thank you Judi

[@wisdom.research1051]

I watched till the end; am so impressed by you guys, and I hope your Rabbi teachers have told you that you both have whats called 'neshamot gevuhote' = high souls, and I am sure you will be happy joining our people. When during your first year comes the Shavous Holyday, the giving of the Torah, then the whole Hag is conductive to remembering where you both were within the 12 Tribes, and especially during reading the Torah you can meditate and draw your new souls of now, to reconnect back to the old souls of then. [ you are very fortunate people for such spiritual transformation to have happened and I hope for HaShem's Blessings on you all, AMEN. 😇

[@Sara.sari.sarita]

You are so incredibly inspiring. May Hashem bless you and help you each step of the way! Rooting for you!

[@houseoflev]

Thank you

[@annamcdonald7952]

Shalom Family happy to hear you both are feeling better! 😊

[@houseoflev]

Thank you. So are we

[@hadassah5875]

Happy to hear you are feeling better. As a baala tshuva, after a while things become routine and sometimes, unfortunately, things are done by rote. It's so inspiring to see Judaism through your eyes. It reminds us how truly blessed we are and infuses us with excitement to serve Hashem. Wishing you both much hatzlacha on your journey. You are both making such a tremendous Kiddush Hashem. Danielle, wishing you an easy delivery and healthy baby b'shaa tova! Blessings!

[@houseoflev]

Means so much. Thank you for this encouragement. ❤❤❤ thank you

[@חנההורוויץ]

Listening to your ads to my יראת שמים soooo much!! It's a זכות for the Jewish people that you are a part of!! I watched till the end as always! When listening to u i get השתוקקות for hashem and the תורה.

[@houseoflev]

That means so much to us. Thank you!

[@itsschowderr]

I’m still here! As someone who isn’t in the conversion process yet but fully personally identify as Jewish and feels there is no other reality for myself I really enjoy and appreciate this video

[@houseoflev]

Thx so much.

[@bettermentlifecoachingwithnsk]

Still here! So proud of y’all. Keep it up. Ready to celebrate your mikvah day. Chag Pesach Kasher Sameach!

[@houseoflev]

Aww thank you so much! We’re so pumped too! Shavua Tov!

[@shaindystern1038]

I want to thank you so much I just watched a video some one taking bad about Judaism I'm so happy that you are talking about it how beautiful Judaism is wishing you a wonderful day

[@houseoflev]

Thank you. We just want to bring light 💡

[@randigerber1926]

Another great video, you guys! You "get it!" And that's a great line, "There is no Plan B!" As a Baalit Teshuvah, I feel that, too! I'm glad you're both well, and that you have each other in this! The saying, "Teamwork makes the dream work" was never more true. And I hope that your teens are adjusting well, and also helping out their Ima and Abba. Shalom and brachot!

[@houseoflev]

Hey Randi. Thank you. Yes it’s a blessing to have each other. And our kids are doing an awesome job. Thank you for watching

[@taras5290]

Still here, and thank you for shaing your journey. I will look for Team Elevate! Chazak u'baruch!

[@houseoflev]

Thank you. Were you able to find the link?

[@bukikaholmes1172]

This video was right on time. Trying to take my next steps in conversion.

[@leannsherman6723]

Good luck!

[@houseoflev]

Amazing. You should have a lot of strength and success Bukika! Please keep us updated

[@bukikaholmes1172]

@@houseoflev on Monday it will be two months since I converted. LaDarryl stated that I can’t lead and please people at the same time. It clicked that I was meant to be Jewish that’s why I never fit in within my environment. He answered a lifelong question for me. Thank you again. Can’t wait for you guys conversion. ❤

[@jeneanemosley2724]

I’m still here, and really appreciate all your thoughts.

[@jacquelinesuares4196]

Am still here, i am with you guys, love you both, were on this journey together ❤❤❤

[@houseoflev]

Wow. Thank you for hanging in there

[@amendareid9256]

Thank you for doing these videos. They are for us. 😭♥️ We are you guys just a year later.

[@houseoflev]

Our pleasure! Chazak 💪

[@Valerie-rv2ws]

not finding a video from you for several days i was concerned. you are back with a " refuah shehlayma" B"H. your channel is unique. open and sincere personal experiences and wisdom shared. practical and spiritual. your book will be a success. BS"D. your respect for Torah and love of judaism and israel is clear and inspiring. may you go from strength to strength. i' m feeling that mikvah day will be soon... enjoy preparing for passover.

[@houseoflev]

Yea.. thank Gd all is well. Food poisoning is never fun. Thank you for these words and the encouragement

[@lrishrose]

I’m still here! Toda raba for the video!

[@houseoflev]

You’re the best! Thank you

[@frieder8676]

Still here. You are Great. Thank you so much. May God bless you!

[@houseoflev]

Thank you 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@gillianweston9439]

Made it to the end. You are inspiring, keep up the good work.

[@houseoflev]

So happy you stayed until the end

[@williammaclean641]

Thank you for video. I needed to hear this this evening

[@houseoflev]

You are so welcome! Stay strong

[@YLvids]

Glad you guys are feeling better and back at it! For those who aren’t orthodox, and might think you’re exaggerating, or only see it this way because you’re new to it, take it from a born Orthodox Jew: the comment about Jewish law being an infinite ocean is spot on. I’m a very simple, not super knowledgeable person, so it’s certainly true for me. But it’s absolutely true what you said, even the biggest Torah scholars are constantly learning new things, and will continue to do so throughout their lives. Torah is so incredibly vast, it’s unfathomable. Anyway, keep doing what you do! I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again, you guys just feel so Jewish. Can’t wait until that’s officially the case!

[@houseoflev]

Thx so much. We’re taking it one day at a time and making sure we enjoy the process

[@YLvids]

@@houseoflev that’s the best approach. Hatzlacha rabbah!

[@KarenRivkaKaufmannTzuriel]

לדעתי זה אחד הסירטונים החשובים והטובים ביותר!!! בהצלחה! עוקבת אחריכם ומחכה ליום הגדול של הגיור. אתם נשמות גבוהות ומאירות

[@houseoflev]

Thank you so much. Means so much. Gd bless you my friend

[@user_mll374]

I'm so sorry you were both sick, especially pregnant 😔 You have sooo much faith in Judaism and Jewish law. You give 100%. It's beautiful 💙

[@houseoflev]

Definitely not fun. Thank Gd we’re ok now. Thanks for watching

[@briehanni4038]

I am enjoying your talks! I recently found you. I am also very familiar with Rabbi Singer, and recently ordered his volume 1, Let’s get Biblical. I, like you, started my truth seeking journey, which lead me (and my daughters in tow) to several different churches. It was from one pastor’s negative comment against Jews that first ignited by intellectual curiosity, which has not ceased. I am now six or seven years into learning about Judaism ✡️. I have fallen in love with the beauty and logic of it, and I have a deep appreciation for its order and tradition. My daughters are now 14 and 11. My older is currently of the Christian persuasion, but is at the Club Z teen convention in LA. I’m driving to meet her and enjoying your content while I drive. I am curious how my husband fits into my potential conversion. He has always been 100% supportive, but likely may not join me… Crazy/random thought- Down the road is it crazy to envision a kitchenette in the garage if he wants to microwave bacon? So far, I tease him that he’ll have to go to our neighbor’s house across the street for his bacon needs… Anyhow, thank you for your content. I look forward to catching up…

[@houseoflev]

👋🏾 Hey hey! Thanks so much for your message. Continue to pray and ask questions. Those questions will lead you down the right path. As far as the kitchenette lol…if you’re going down the orthodox route, then that wouldn’t be allowed. The Beit din will not allow a husband and wife to convert if both the husband and wife are not on the same page.

[@claytonallenbugh7980]

still here, good stuff y’all❤

[@henriettarkeazer]

I'm still here! Love following your journey. I'm learning so much.

[@houseoflev]

Thank you Rebekah. We appreciate you so much. Wishing you success on your journey 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@EdenHillsYoga]

Thank you for sharing your experience. I converted in the conservative way. Now we’re looking into orthodox, finding you guys is gold.

[@houseoflev]

Wow!!! Beautiful. Thank you for supporting our channel😊❤️

[@rebeccasegal8078]

It’s took me a minute but “I’m still here!” I got to the end and it was beautiful. ❤

[@houseoflev]

You're the best!

[@northernlandscaping]

Thanks!

[@houseoflev]

Thank you so much! Greatly appreciated

[@nataliesirota2611]

I totally agree that there is a freedom in tznuit, shabbat, and Judaism in general. It is a beautiful journey!

[@houseoflev]

ABSOLUTELY!!!!! Well said my friend

[@sometimesicuss6696]

Here to the end! Shalom❤

[@raphaelwilson2002]

b"h i am here to the end, and i admire you guys so much here in erertz israel we say ein keloheinu every day, whereas in kuzla eretz, you only say it on Shabbos towards the end it talks about that in the academy of rabbi eliyahu one who studies hallacha (jewish law) every day is guaranteed a place in olam haba (the world to come) so please continue on your path to learn hallacha

[@houseoflev]

Wow this is great!! Thank you for sharing this. Very encouraging

[@abramizaackaplan6723]

Still here. Thanks for the awesome content!

[@benjaminmusheyev3290]

I love this. It’s my first video that I’ve watched. Really inspiring!

[@houseoflev]

Thx so much for watching!! We appreciate that

[@rebeccawayman2204]

Thank you for this and your channel. Considering conversion myself and this content is very helpful! I’ll add to your message and say one of my favorite parts of Judaism is that proselytizing is not part of the culture.

[@houseoflev]

Thanks for watching. That’s one thing we really love as well. We wish you the best on your journey. Surround yourself with good positive people, study, learn & pray to Hashem for the guidance and that His will be done. 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@carlykhabinsky6287]

Still here. You guys are beautiful! Love listening to you. Being a baal teshuva, I'm always amazed!!! By people who choose to covert. Keep on keepin' on! 💪💪

[@houseoflev]

Thank you Carly. Means a lot

[@hlapidu2]

Hi! Thanks for sharing! 1) Maybe some inspiration for you: think of your conversion process like a fetus developing in the womb. Yeah it’s hard and you just want it over with already, but everything is happening according to plan. You don’t want to rush the process too early because then you’ll be missing out on vital development. You want to arrive at your destination be’shaah tovah. 2) Who says it’s a bad thing to read Hebrew at a slower pace in comparison to some others? The important thing is that you’re concentrating and meditating on what you’re saying. You don’t want to get to a place where you’re saying things by rote. Tefillah at its root is turning inwards; it’s not a race, it’s a destination.

[@houseoflev]

Couldn’t have said it better. Thank you for your encouragement

[@bukikaholmes1172]

Love your response. It’s right on time. Toda Rabah. ❤

[@sharronfirman4649]

Baruch HaShem! Todah rabah you awesome souls!! I was praying to HaShem “which Jew” do I study? You dear souls are an answer to prayers!! I was on my journey & now HaShem has favoured me with the sense of “I’m finally HOME!” by watching your videos!! May HaShem Shine His Face upon you both & your children & bless you with His SHALOM!🙏💜🇮🇱

[@houseoflev]

Wow wow wow. What beautiful words. Very humbling. So happy to be connected. May Hashem continue to strengthen you on your journey. 🙏🏾🙏🏾👍🏾

[@chaimlevin125]

Welcome to the family.

[@littleteme78]

Still here, and thank you all from the chazak.

[@houseoflev]

Thank you my friend! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@susansizemore383]

I’m enjoying hearing about your journey to the end

[@houseoflev]

Thank you Susan. So happy to see your comment

[@cryptojew]

Im from isreal And i want to thank to hashem that send you to this world You both high souls I like your contact keep doing the kidush hashem that you doing and showing the world your jurney It can help a lot of ppl that want to convorte

[@houseoflev]

Thx so much brother

[@karenjohnson5634]

I made it to the end! Always enjoy your videos! Sorry you had food poisoning!!! Especially you, Danielle!!! Being pregnant and that sick is NOT fun! So glad y’all are better! Missed y’all!! You know I got the Garden of Peace for Women. I casually told my husband about it and what a great book it is. Shared some things I’m learning. But mostly keeping it to myself. I also mentioned they have one for men. He actually asked me to order him one!!!!!! I never suggested it or pressured him to get one! My marriage has been struggling bad. And I can’t believe my husband is even showing interest in growing!!! So the book should be here soon! Even though I’m Christian, you are making a difference in my life and are encouraging me in my walk with G-d and living for Him and by HIS ways!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@houseoflev]

Wow that’s amazing Karen. You’re a wonderful example. We pray that your marriage only strengthens and gets better and better. These books are universal. So if applied; it will radically change everything! Please let us know if there’s anything we can do to help

[@karenjohnson5634]

@@houseoflev thank you!! I appreciate it!! ❤

[@shelleysr5952]

Awesome, and yes I stayed until the end. It’s beautiful

[@houseoflev]

You’re amazing. Thank you Shelley

[@johndoe9826]

It's such a pleasure listening to you both. God bless you both.

[@houseoflev]

Thank you

[@n.batshevay.7009]

I can so relate In 2 days is passover and I feel sick out of nowhere but still need to buy and prep for Holiday of Freedom😊

[@TaraRenita]

Danielle, I love your head wrap. That color is beautiful on you. I'm thinking about trying new styles with my head wraps. I tend to stick to the same two styles all the time. I smiled when ya'll mentioned that the Jewish people don't seek people to convert (I don't recall your exact words). It may not be your intention, but I think by sharing your story, your joy, and your love for God and the Jewish people, you MIGHT be influencing people to consider Judaism. I don't think that's a bad thing. Is that a bad thing? I'm curious to know if you have to know all of the laws before you're able to convert.

[@houseoflev]

Hey Tara. Thank you girly❤️! Yes you should try. Let me know how it turns out if you do. 😄 And yes, people could get inspired, but it’s not our intention for making the videos. Not a bad thing. And no, you don’t have to know ALL of the laws. But a daily habit of learning and a desire to wanting to learn as much as you can. Remember, the only way we learn how to live as Jews, is to study and learn Jewish law. so the more, the better😉 Great question

[@royhababli7646]

Thank you so much for the sharing. Hashem will be with you! Blessing from Israel.

[@miriamschmelczer8866]

I watched till the end 🤜🏻

[@houseoflev]

Thank you!! 👊🏾👊🏾👊🏾

[@SunnyGoga]

KEEP GOOD WORK GUYS! YOU ARE VERY INSPIRATIONAL

[@houseoflev]

Thx Sunny

[@e.nazario4572]

Watched on replay all the way through. 😊

[@houseoflev]

You’re the best. Thank you

[@shaindystern1038]

So glad you are feeling better watching now your video so excited

[@houseoflev]

Thanks so much

[@NRZ1015]

Still here! 💖

[@houseoflev]

You’re awesome! Thank you

[@jeaniedenton-smith1041]

I am so glad you both are feeling better! Thank you once again for your informative video! I am starting the conversion process to Orthodox Judaism! 😊 My question is: how do I respond to my "Christian" friends when they ask me why I'm leaving/deserting Christianity. I believe you both may relate! Thank you!

[@houseoflev]

Thank you for watching. Wishing you the best on your journey. These two videos may help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zoaxd4alhcqpmrs kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHOzoKucbbp5l9E Please let us know if you have questions still

[@oliviacutright2454]

Baruch HaShem you and yours are back on your feet. If I may, 1 question and one unsolicited advice. Q. Out of all the sects of Judaism, why Orthodox? The second part is this...as far as the Hebrew, learn WITH the kiddos or let them teach you what they learn. The Alef Bet for kids or Sarah and David books. It's humbling but worth it. Good blessings on your journey.

[@houseoflev]

Thank you. Here’s a video explaining why. 👍🏾kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHOzoKucbbp5l9E

[@melanieduff9623]

Still here you all are so precious.

[@houseoflev]

You’re the best

[@TovahEmunah]

BH for feeling better 🙌🏼 thanks for another really helpful video 100% needed to hear this about tuition. Do they have good assistance programs for people in your experience if you’ve needed it, or if others you know needed it?

[@houseoflev]

Thank you. Yes, there are lots of schools that provide assistance. Jewish school establishments really want to help families make sure their kids get a Jewish education. It’s beautiful

[@sharronfirman4649]

Your videos are not long enough!!💜

[@houseoflev]

Aw thank you. Happy to hear you enjoy them

[@chellybarnard6394]

I enjoyed it right through to the end.❤

[@houseoflev]

Hey 👋🏾 Chelly! Thank youuuuuuu

[@gamesystemaddict3949]

I wish I had you guys on KZbin 9 years ago when I first wanted to convert😊

[@houseoflev]

😄 Happy we’re connected now

[@sarahnewcomb7739]

Abandon? Chas Visholom! You guys are like family to us...BH for your quick recovery...**This message is from my heilige husband although I completely concur ❤

[@houseoflev]

Aww you’re kind. We love you guys! Fam for sure!

[@23rdstreet23]

“I’m still here” yay! I want to be in Team Elevate! How? Where? Okay I’ll check out the link! ❤

[@houseoflev]

Thanks so much! Here’s the link: kzbin.info/door/8oRioHXPkMh43Qvic1cmSQjoin

[@jaken7052]

Stay healthy!!! All the Best to your family !!!

[@houseoflev]

Thank you Jake

[@8800ify]

Still here !!!!

[@houseoflev]

You’re awesome. Thx so much

[@CristinaGarcia-us8rw]

Still here ❤️❤️❤️

[@houseoflev]

You’re amazing. Thank you

[@Michael-Martell]

Hey Guys! Loving the vid so far. I know you have no control over it, but just so you know, “The Chosen” is being aired as an ad in the middle of this video. Would it be helpful to help procure kosher video sponsors?

[@Michael-Martell]

… I’m still here.

[@Michael-Martell]

One of my questions I was was Is there any Halacha that either of you struggled with? Obviously you completed your conversion but if you have the intention to fulfill a mitzvot but you’re not doing it, is it a sign that you aren’t supposed to convert? I’m not going to believe God is a liar, when he said that the law was not too hard for you (the Jew) so what is the kosher way of accepting and growing from that?

[@aflores6241]

Thank you for sharing. Is it possible for me to convert if my husband doesn’t? Also the synagogue where I attend has no for sale or rental places near it. What do I do?

[@houseoflev]

Shalom 👋🏾! These are not easy questions. The first thing I would say is to try and speak with your local Orthodox Rabbi. They would be able to guide you perfectly. As well as being able to provide the best advice for you regarding renting or buying a home. From our experience, when going through an Orthodox Conversion, the Beit Din typically require both parties to be on the same page before accepting them into a conversion program. But we are not authoritative in this regard. Every family dynamic is different and there could be many layers. Please keep us updated! Hatzlacha

[@lynnzupan8474]

Here to the end of the video ❤

[@houseoflev]

Thanks so much Lynn

[@chanilior]

STILL HERE❤

[@houseoflev]

Thank you so much Chani

[@חנההורוויץ]

Here u r! I missed u!

[@houseoflev]

Here we are!!!!!!!!! Miss you guys as well

[@judahmarais994]

Amazing family

[@tkorobkin]

Still here 😊 Love your content

[@houseoflev]

Thank you! 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@houseoflev]

We really appreciate you watching until the end

[@danielday100]

First of all I have to say that you are such a cute couple! The second thing that I have to say is that you are Look Israelis!! I don't know but something in you is so Jewish! Maybe like you always say it's your "NESHAMA" The third thing that I have to say and it's probably the most important thing: WELCOME BACK HOME! ❤️ The fourth thing that I have to say -I really really love your fashion styles! You guys look so cool!! It's really interesting to watch your videos and learn about your journey! I highly recommend that you come visit in Israel, I really think that you will enjoy visiting here, and I think that it will help you connect to Judaism and the people of Israel. Judaism is much more than a religion, it's also a nation And I really think that you enjoy meeting people here, learning about the culture, and visiting the holy sites Lots of love frome 🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱

[@houseoflev]

These words mean alot! Thank you very much for these kind words

[@micahpants]

Is your wedding band "The Officer" from Manly Bands?? I have the same one!

[@houseoflev]

Lol no I don’t think so.

[@micahpants]

@@houseoflev Ah man it looks just like mine. Well, cool ring! Loving your videos!

[@menachemLancz613]

Of course i watched the whole video. You both teach me a lot about life in general an inspire me. Also being more an more appropriated to be Jewish. I relate to you guys in some ways so thank you for teaching me about what it’s like to be A jew🎉😊

[@Olam.haemetz]

Yes disclaimer very well explained

[@houseoflev]

Thanks

[@robertbokke]

How do you guys overcoming economic challenges to afford total costs of an Orthodox Conversion? The cost of moving to a Jewish community, paying fees to the Beis Din, Mikvah, paying shul membership fees, etc??l

[@houseoflev]

Great question !!!! Honestly… we didn’t wait until we had “all of our ducks” in a row. We didn’t overthink it. We knew if we would’ve waited until everything was “in place”…our process would’ve took longer. We weren’t irresponsible at all. But paid for what we needed to pay for, but our main thing was pure emuna.

[@shimoncrown]

Keep in there guys. Have a great Pesach. Next year I expect to see you all in Jerusalem for the קורבן

[@houseoflev]

Yesssss! Next year in JERUSALEM my friend! Enjoy your Pesach

[@dalejeremiah-fq1gc]

Still here

[@houseoflev]

You’re the best. Thank you

[@JazlynnSchwartzman-Crawford]

Made it to the end- still here🥰🥰 22:12

[@deejaybutch3r]

How did you choose the community you chose? I mean, there's L.A., Brooklyn, Baltimore, Miami, a whole bunch of places. I'm curious how you found your community. Also, is there a sect or tradition that speaks to you both more? Would love to hear your perspective on both of these topics.

[@caraboska]

Still there :)

[@roxiluz8602]

During your search, did you have vivid dreams about your spiritual journey? ❤ your videos !

[@houseoflev]

Hey Roxi. Hmmm 🤔 we’ve definitely had a few spiritual dreams but not sure if they were about this journey specifically. Who knows, 🤷‍♀️ dreams can be very deep and meaningful

[@ninacatharina6748]

still here

[@houseoflev]

Hey Nina! That means so much. Thank you for hanging in there

[@Olam.haemetz]

Everything at the right time yall

[@MenachemASalomon]

Regarding learning to speak - or at least _daven_ - in Hebrew: I ate a Shabbos meal in the home of a couple that converted quite a few years ago. And as normal and as regular (for lack of a better term; sorry) they were, they still stumbled over the words of _kiddush._ People can spend years, or even decades, learning a foreign language without gaining the fluency and fluidity of natives, and liturgical Hebrew is no different. FWIW, _ba'alei teshuva_ struggle with it too. (Have you ever heard Ben Shapiro trying to use a Hebrew expression?) I think it's perfectly normal, and by itself should not deter someone from pushing onward. It's really hard to learn a second language as an adult and have it become second nature. So all I can say is _chazak ve'ematz,_ be strengthened and supported. I look forward to being able to count you for a _minyan_, if we're ever in the same locale.

[@houseoflev]

Thank you so much brother. Means alot

[@ApollonianShy18]

15:54 - i know this feeling, but at me it was otherwise; & i love languages ... esp the few ones that I want to know 💕💞💕

[@wifeysman228]

Till the end, my friends!

[@houseoflev]

Thx so much! Means a lot to us

[@tomskaa1]

I'm rom Norway.we have synagogue..in the big cities .tips to small city guy.want to get started?????

[@sherriappleman6835]

Still here😊

[@houseoflev]

You’re the best. Thx Sherri

[@sherriappleman6835]

@@houseoflev you’re welcome.