Future Jewish Converts Answers your Questions | Episode 1

Hey guys! Thank you for watching our video "Future jewish converts answers your questions!" You guys have been asking some amazing questions. We thought it would be great to make an entire video of us answering your questions. While we are converting to Orthodox Judaism, we are very happy to share our journey and answer questions along the way. If you have any "positive questions", please feel free to ask.
Thank you for watching!

[@ES-se2ck]

As a Baal teshuva (a secular Jew who became Orthodox later in life) I also felt like people were looking at me and judging but it was all in my head. Most people in shul are there to do their thing and get on with their day. Some people will always be friendly and welcoming, some won’t but it’s more about their personality than about you. Even to this day, nearly 20 years later I sometimes feel like an outsider because my level of learning and Hebrew comprehension aren’t as good as someone who stated in kindergarten but it’s all good. God doesn’t compare you to others, He knows your potential and your goal is to aim high to reach it. You guys are an inspiration!

[@arielagazin2986]

I’m in exactly the situation as you. I often feel that same level of judgement but I too recognize that the vast majority of people are welcoming and kind and much more accepting than judgmental. I have so much respect for converts especially because you truly came to Judaism completely on your own recognizing the pull of your neshamas toward the truth and beauty of Hashem and Torah. Your channel is beautiful and inspiring.

[@houseoflev]

BOOM!! Beautifully said! Encouraging Thank you

[@houseoflev]

Baruch Hashem. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 So good to hear that others had these same feelings. Thank you. It encourages us

[@TraitorousIndoctrinatedFools]

Truth to the truth.

[@marcroth3059]

Why are you bringing up the NT to them? It’s a foreign book to Jews ​@Zegeye,Ewnetu(Zealousy HaNotsari)

[@nomi2753]

When your rabbi said welcome home brother, it brought tears to my eyes. Thanks again for inspiring me.

[@houseoflev]

It brought tears to my eyes too! That was all I needed. Thank you for watching!

[@chokmahyahvlogs]

That’s beautiful❤

[@fitzgeraldandrews435]

@@ayoolukoga9829 This response say nothing like attempt to meet a person without time and location. Rabbi Akiva died

[@isaackrinsky1997]

Welcome home ✡️ brother and sister. We ❤️ you too. Much continued success on your journey.

[@houseoflev]

Amein! Thank you

[@Yomarkjean]

It’s just the fact you found black Orthodox Jews in your area. I think its amazing to see the representation locally. Keep up the great videos guys. My wife and I love them

[@houseoflev]

Yes it is nice! Our community is so diverse which we love. Thank you and happy you are both enjoying the videos 😊

[@paulpreston7154]

I'm just blown away by your sincerity and commitment to Yiddishkeit. I know your journey is going to be a successful one. Some of the most important and central figures in Jewish history were converts such as Ruth. As I understand it, the neshamas of all future generations of the Jewish ppl were present at Matan Torah (including converts) so this really is a reconnection and a journey home for you guys. So proud you have discovered the truth through your own intellect. Excited for you to join Klal Yisroel IY'H. Hatzlocha every step of the way!!!

[@houseoflev]

Thank you!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾BH!

[@user-dy4zv3rb7n]

This is a beautiful post. I really wish you both hatzlacha as well!!

[@houseoflev]

@@user-dy4zv3rb7n thanks so much

[@miriamhof2532]

I'm not shocked at all that the rabbi accepted you right away Your holy nishana shines through you! It cannot be missed! Wishing you lots of Hatzlacha

[@houseoflev]

Bless you! Thank you

[@Einoidmilvada]

I'm always fascinated about converts. Why was Abraham the first person that truly discovered God? Because he was actually searching for God. If you're looking for him if you're seeking the truth he'll reveal himself to you. The more you feel God the more exciting life becomes. The more distant you are from God the more miserable a person becomes. Hashem is with you guys ♥️

[@houseoflev]

Amein🙏🏾

[@RAK_EMET]

I have no doubt that God is very, very proud of you!❤

[@houseoflev]

BH🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@Baa975]

HALLELUJAH Amen!

[@shelleysr5952]

It is obvious from the way you both describe your families that they were a strong solid influence for both of you throughout your life. Coming from such a strong sense of caring and love ,it would make sense that they respect and support your journey,which at this point seems to be very real and solid. It is a wonderful thing to be able to have their support and understanding since you have always appreciated their guidance and know that they are there to support you in your decision to choose this. I really appreciate watching your channel because it is so positive and uplifting.

[@houseoflev]

Thank you Shelley!! Our fam is awesome and we’re very grateful

[@kristin9740]

Beautiful Testimony. Your story is so similar to my husband and I. It’s a blessing to be able to watch and hear about your experiences. We have been on this walk in Torah for 7 years together. Seeking the true Judaism side of this is where Hashem is leading us. Thank you for sharing and being a light in this world. When your Rabbi said welcome home brother, wow… that was something special.

[@houseoflev]

Wow BH!!! That is awesome to hear! May Hashem continue to bless your journey😊🙏🏽

[@BenFlorida1731]

Yet another beautiful video by the both of you... thank you for continuing to share your story. I can only imagine how many people, including prospective converts will be touched by your videos. Stay strong and may Hashem continue to bless your journey. Chodesh Tov and Hanukkah Sameach!

[@houseoflev]

My brother!!! 👊🏾👊🏾👊🏾 Thank you. Chodesh Tov and Hanukkah Sameach

[@bettycalixte6494]

I live in Los Angeles and worked at a Jewish school in BH. I fell in love with the community and values I felt like family. Overall it made me question my current religion and what I was brought up believing my whole life

[@houseoflev]

Thx for sharing. We can agree. The Jewish Family dynamic really impacted us. We grew up thinking that the Jewish people were mean. But we were happy to find out that they were the complete opposite

[@hindylaster6065]

My son Y.L whose questions you focused on posted your video on our family chat. Kol Hakavod to you ! I’m so impressed by how thought out and intelligent your decisions have been. It’s a huge, and scary step to take especially when there are children involved. I’m happy that your experience has been positive thus far. You should have much continued success in your future I’m looking forward to your next video

[@houseoflev]

Hey hey! Just getting back to your message. Your son is awesome!! Thx so much for your support and love! Means so much to us

[@hindylaster6065]

@@houseoflev ❤️

[@hanaaa6394]

I have always found people to be nice and kind in my journey and now people forget that I was a convert, There are a lot of us in Israel.

[@houseoflev]

We love hearing this. Very refreshing!🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@mhasson33]

I love hearing you talk about your brother... nothing like brotherly love

[@houseoflev]

Thank you! You’re absolutely right

[@eliadrin]

פשוט סיפור מדהים אני נהנה מאד להקשיב לסיפור שלכם ולמסע שלכם. כמו השם של הערוץ שלכם אתם כולכם לב אחד גדול ❤ חודש טוב והרבה הצלחה

[@houseoflev]

Thank you so much! 🙏🏾

[@y.harveynorman1392]

What pure souls you guys are. You add a lot to the Jewish people!

[@houseoflev]

Humbled!🙏🏾🙏🏾 thank you

[@shainazion4073]

You are such a beautiful couple. There is such a light that shines through you. Thank you for trusting us enough with your journey!!

[@houseoflev]

Thank you. It is our absolute pleasure. Your words are very kind. 🙏🏾

[@houseoflev]

We appreciate you taking the time to watch and follow the journey

[@shimoncrown]

As usual you guys bring tears to my eyes. Better still you got me to look up some Torah to find out the answer to a very technical question I was going to ask. I loved the bit when you said that Jews aren't perfect.

[@houseoflev]

Love ya brother

[@Pasture_Prime]

LaDerryl & Danielle Hashem puts us where we need to be. Your channel brings tikkun olam. May HaShem Bless and guard your family.

[@houseoflev]

Wow! Baruch Hashem

[@CONVERTtoEMET613]

BH may HaShem bless you and your family! I am converting myself all the way from Melbourne Australia! ❤ (ps- your hat is cool )

[@houseoflev]

Hey 👋🏾!!! That is awesome!! Brachas v’hatzlacha on your conversion

[@Baa975]

Hello from New Zealand

[@binyominribiat8394]

Welcome home brother and sister

[@houseoflev]

Thank you my brother

[@savtamarlene]

Your comment about trying to keep up in shul with davening…so we were secular Jews who had bar/bat mitzvot and could read Hebrew…but not very well. Consequently, when we decided to follow our teenage daughters and become Torah observant, my husband davened at home and avoided a minyon. There was no way he could keep up and was VERY self-conscious (so how much more so for YOU?!). When his father was niftar/died, he was forced into a minyon since he had to recite Kaddish three times a day. Now, B”H, he can keep up and so can I. Easy peasy! It’s very difficult and a lot to grasp/process. As you stated, it takes time… but slow and steady wins the race. Yasher Koach on another inspiring video. ❤ you guys!!!

[@houseoflev]

Thx for sharing your story Marlene. It’s very encouraging to hear. We know that as we continue to grow, we will get even more comfortable and confident in our davening. 🙏🏾

[@josefaangel9545]

I love you talk about Africa Jews. My self is a biracial danish jew. My father is from Nigeria; and Igbo. Igbo is a Jewish tribe. And there was a lot of Jews in Ethiopia..

[@Cheyenne.007]

Love this ❤ hope your Hanukkah has been amazing and thanks for another great video

[@houseoflev]

Thank you for your question. We look forward to making the video you suggested! 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@Cheyenne.007]

It’s gonna be great! And yall said my right btw haha.

[@houseoflev]

@@Cheyenne.007 yesssssss! 😂

[@jupiterstone827]

Your videos have been incredibly cool to watch. I've been interested in learning more about the Jewish faith/culture since my mother in law said her grandfather was Jewish. I really didn't ask her more questions, I'd seen a picture of him and thought he was a fair possibly white passing black man, sort of like the ancestors in my family. Because the family line is so far back for my husband I wasn't really sure how we would be accepted by the Jewish community, especially being black people. I guess my goal at this point is not "acceptance," but just to learn more, just to learn about his/our family. Thank you for sharing your journey!

[@houseoflev]

Thanks so much for watching. What a cool story. Just keep learning. Pray that Hashem guides you! 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@manyalevine1017]

U r such wise people, so very impressive, such depth of thought. Love your videos. Keep up the amazing work💐

[@houseoflev]

BH! Thank you

[@miki30303]

As a jew, It's an honor for me to have family members like you guys. Make A'lia!

[@kaymanfani7154]

Writing this after Shabbat - in Israel - you guys have beautiful Neshamot. Continue growing

[@haw1948]

Again Yasher Koach for all of your fine efforts!

[@houseoflev]

Thank you. It is our great pleasure my dear friend!

[@HamInHashomron]

Very impressive, authentic, genuine people.

[@rosequartz4102]

This was the first video I watched after waking up, your energy and sincerity started my day off right. The research rabbit hole.... It's a lifelong thing isn't it? Each question I have leads to 50 more! I'm pretty sure I did Hanukkah wrong because I ran out of candles on the 24th😕 And you guys have helped me explain to my mother why I'm not going to be a messianic Jew. They're being good sports though. Love your channel!! Edit: it's mutual respect with the family though. If they're going to be supportive of my conversion, watch my son so I can go to Shabbat without my wacky 3yo sometimes (he got bored during Rosh Hashanah service and use the heel of his sneaker to dig a hole in my tights, I mean come on 😂) , I'm not going to shun their Christmas traditions and be a jerk or anything and that's why it's been working out🙂

[@houseoflev]

Hey Rose!!! Wow this message almost brings tears to our eyes. Sooooo happy to hear that you were able to explain to your mother. And good to hear they are being good sports about it. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 Baruch Hashem! Keep taking it one day at a time! We’re here for ya!👊🏾

[@itzchakbenavi]

I’m happy to hear that it’s been so seamless for you all! It has for me as well. I had already gone through a conservative conversion, but my preconceived notions of Orthodoxy were smashed to pieces the first time I went to my Shul. Everyone was so loving and opened their homes to me for meals, encouraged me in the process, and I too was never turned away. I’m in a smaller community in VA, and with you all being in CA I think that makes a difference. I’ve heard people converting up north have a harder time because many of those communities are more secluded and probably have less gerim and Baal teshuvot. My community is honestly more BT and gerim than FFB. As always, lovely video!

[@houseoflev]

Thank you!! We always say, everyone has their own journeys. 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@nobleconsulting326]

WOW, you two represent G, so well and are exactly what the world needs more of! Might one of you might be the messiah😊

[@liberalfundamentalist8667]

I am at the very beginning of the conversion process. doing a lot of online research. The thought of talking to a rabbi scares my socks off...I'm moving to a place that has no frum shul, you know how it is, gotta go where the jobs are. Thank you for being open about your conversion process.

[@houseoflev]

We definitely know how it is. Stay strong and keep praying. Hashem will guide you!

[@vsibirsky]

Your story about how you found a Rav and a way to get on the path. Truly BeShert

[@mollyyafeh6511]

You are a inspiration to the jews and a beacon of light to all the nations! Huge kiddush Hashem!

[@houseoflev]

Thank you! Baruch Hashem

[@mvsolo]

AMAZING!!!!!!!!!! Love from London, England!!!!

[@houseoflev]

Love you London!

[@sarahnewcomb7739]

Howdy Friends! Thanks for another inspirational visit! Shout out as well to your 9th grade fans-wowee teenagers! Kol hakavod! So my husband and I have a question: As music folks in the Jewish Music Radio business and as Mom to a Jewish music celebrity, music has a big place in our lives. We're wondering what kind of music you like? listen to? the kids? Has music had an influence both past & present? Wishing you tremendous success as you continue to make a huge Kiddush Hashem!

[@BenFlorida1731]

May Hashem continue to give you Yiddishe Nachas! All the best to you and your family. Love the music by Joey Newcomb!

[@houseoflev]

Hey friends!! 👋🏾 thank you for watching! We appreciate you guy’s support. Great questions!! We love a lot of different types of music. Being an artist myself, music has played a huge role in my life. Music is an outlet for me. Creating music helps me organize my thoughts and experiences in life. Expressing myself creatively in that way puts me in a very amazing place that’s hard to explain. (As I’m sure you guys understand.) Love Jazz, some R&B, and of course Jewish music! Now that we’re converting, I’m very careful on my input. Music is powerful and comes from a very high place.

[@sarahnewcomb7739]

@@houseoflev Wow, great to hear! Anda yes we understand. Music is in our blood. We'd love to hear more about your own output as well-instrumentally & with voice! Looking forward! 🎤🎼Take good care!

[@julieschechter3995]

Hi - I love knowing that I’ll always learn something and be spiritually inspired by every video you put out. My question: just wondering how your previous business colleagues reacted to your shift to a modest Torah life. Because out of curiosity I watched one of your KZbin videos from 10 years ago- some pretty fancy footwork over there!- and just wondering as those people saw you then as a hip hop(?) performer then living as a frum Jew . Would be interesting to know. Thank you 😊

[@glenanleitner2606]

It's great to answer questions and hopefully you help lead more people to the truth of Torah

[@houseoflev]

Amein! We just want to be a light 💡! We all have a role to play! 🙏🏾

[@glenanleitner2606]

@@houseoflev yes I agree As you were i was to in Christianity I was a victim to their deceitful tactics misinterpreting and distorting the Hebrew scriptures I just think more people need to help Christians learn truth of Torah May HASHEM keep blessing you both

[@liz6cats280]

Over twenty years ago a rabbi who lived in Israel came here to teach for two years in a kollel established by a local shul. He was about ten years old when his folks left the US for Israel. He befriended a boy who was from Ethiopia. He told the other boy that he never knew there was black Jews. The boy told him he never knew there were white Jews until his family made aliyah.

[@houseoflev]

❤️

[@miriammeyers1982]

"Black Orthodox Jews" search was smart. I hope you get to meet some of the wonderful families in Israel. One friend, while checking out our neighborhood on Shabbas, asked, "Have they never seen a black person before?" because they were getting lots of stares. I said, "You've chosen to be exceptional. The stares are coming from a place of awe and curiosity. They don't know anyone like you." That was 4 years ago. That conversation hasn't come up again. I pray that they are happy here and will be thrilled/blessed if any of my grandchildren and their children end up building a home together in the future.

[@houseoflev]

Thank you Miriam!!!❤️

[@isagive]

thank you guys, great video again ❤️

[@nataliesirota2611]

What a beautiful story. You are SO BLESSED to have supportive family! So many people do not have any support. Y'all are such a lovely shining light to the world! Have you been to Israel and/or have you considered making Aliyah?

[@houseoflev]

Thank you Natalie. We appreciate you. And yes we count our blessings. I (LaDerryl) have been years ago while I was a Christian. My wife has never been. BzH we would love to make Aliyah! 🙏🏾

[@nataliesirota2611]

@@houseoflev We have been twice and are now in the Aliyah application process! 🙏

[@houseoflev]

@@nataliesirota2611 whhaaaaat??? Oh wow! Sooo happy for you! Can’t wait

[@TheShays]

Israel is waiting for you, this makes me very happy.

[@houseoflev]

@@TheShays Yessssss!!! bzH soon!

[@ikrgw99]

Since your channel came in my suggestions I have watched most of the videos that you have made. I must say I'm in love, you guys got a beautiful family & we will be here with you through out your journey.

[@houseoflev]

You made our day! Thank you so much

[@MFPhoto1]

@@ayoolukoga9829 And where did you get all that from?

[@MFPhoto1]

@@ayoolukoga9829 The Greek bible is irrelevant. I only accept the Torah, the Prophets, and the Writings -- and not the King James mistranslation either.

[@MFPhoto1]

@@ayoolukoga9829 Check the ArtScroll translation. It comes directly from the original Hebrew text. For example, the original Hebrew says nothing about piercing hands and feet, rather it reads: "For dogs have surrounded me; a pack of evildoers has enclosed me, LIKE A LION'S PREY THEY ARE AT MY HANDS AND FEET." Quite different, huh? You need to get rid of that King James mistranslation. This psalm is a prayer by David for the deliverance of Israel in the future.

[@MFPhoto1]

@@ayoolukoga9829 As I posted elsewhere: Your use of Adam as an example makes no sense whatsoever. Isaac was not actually sacrificed. It was a test for Abraham to prove for himself his loyalty to Hashem. This has nothing to do with Jesus. Jonah did not die after being thrown into the sea. He was being punished for his own transgressions. You have no idea what you are talking about. As for your other quotes, as I said, the Greek bible is irrelevant. It goes against Torah. Consider yourself refuted.

[@noona514]

I am so glad that your family is accepting of your Judaism. B"H.

[@houseoflev]

Thank you. So are we 🙏🏾

[@robe4567]

Wonderfully inspiring content. Chazak vAmatz

[@houseoflev]

Thank you

[@ricklanders]

It is a big deal, and you guys are amazing! I get inspired every time I watch your videos. The Beit Din does sound scary, lol. I've considered it to make a Noachide declaration, but even still it feels very intimidating, lol. Blessings on your beautiful journey! >> "The best mindset is to be positive and remember that Hashem is in control" (to paraphrase) - words of truth and wisdom, thank you for that.

[@houseoflev]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Thx so much Rick. I definitely understand. Going in front of the Beis Din was definitely intimidating. Lol. But if our motives and intentions are right, it’s all smooth from there. And you find that they are very nice and normal people. 👍🏾👍🏾Thanks for your support

[@sabrinamoskowitz488]

Hey, there. I was not raised religious, nor was my husband, despite his Bar Mitzvah (and being a "Cohen", something he takes enormous pride in). My husband works for a kosher catering restaurant; and, he is now going to services at a local Orthodox temple. I support his journey because he seems yo be in a happier frame of mind these days. I would say that I am more of a spiritual personal than a religious one. I think everyone has to find their own way. By the by, you two make a gorgeous couple. Good luck on your spiritual path. 😀

[@houseoflev]

Hi Sabrina. Thank you for sharing. We completely agree with what you’re saying as far as everyone finding their own way. 💯💯 The spiritual journey is a personal one. But so happy to hear your story. Thank you for the kind words 👍🏾

[@sashagamino2268]

Thank you so much for sharing your journey. I love your story and love you and your beautiful family.

[@houseoflev]

Thx Sasha!!! We love you too

[@fitzgeraldandrews435]

Ya have the ability to have an grasp of the information to explain that information is the key to these video. This is the key to learn information why you have to teach that information so you learn it to the point to grasp that information. Also ya have the heart of Aaron to have peace with when different views exist in yet how to keep the peace.

[@fitzgeraldandrews435]

@@ayoolukoga9829 This response say nothing like attempt to meet a person without time and location. Rabbi Akiva died. This information is so general that it tells one nothing. Yet rabbi Akiva died too.

[@fitzgeraldandrews435]

@@ayoolukoga9829 This exist in your mind but in Torah law no, the Torah is clear the moshaich will split Mount Olive and restore the twelve tribes with Land which is in Jerusalem which were he rule from to establish Hashem kingdom on earth. There is nothing about Christians being taken away in the Torah but in your mind only

[@houseoflev]

Thank you!

[@eliyahupereira]

Looking forward to getting through this!

[@houseoflev]

It’s definitely a longer one. Lol! Thx for watching and for your support brother

[@TraitorousIndoctrinatedFools]

Loving on you guys! Hope you had a fabulous Chanukah!

[@houseoflev]

Love ya back

[@TheZyarok]

Great video! You guys have such a positive outlook! I love it. Thank you!

[@houseoflev]

Thank you for watching. We all have a choice. Negative outlook or positive!! Rebbe Nachman taught that we should always find the good points.

[@TheZyarok]

@@houseoflev Yes! I try to keep a "gratefulness" journal; you inspire me to be more consistent about it!

[@houseoflev]

@@TheZyarok that’s such a good idea👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@leviyitzchok770]

Good video keep it up!

[@houseoflev]

Thank you

[@leviyitzchok770]

@@houseoflev have an amazing journey our family is also going through the conversion process! See you by the Beis Hamikdash!

[@YLvids]

Wow! Thank you so much for spending almost 18 minutes addressing my questions! You guys are awesome. Also, just FYI, I’m a dude 😆. My name is Yonah Laster. Keep posting the amazing content and sharing your incredible journey. Happy Chanukah!

[@houseoflev]

Yonah we are so sorry!!! Our apologies. Thank you for you awesome questions! 👊🏾👊🏾👊🏾 We believe you helped a lot of people

[@YLvids]

@@houseoflev nothing to be sorry about, I thought it was funny 😆 just figured I’d let you know. I’m so glad and I hope so!

[@ruthyk7083]

כמים הפנים על פנים. Whatever face you present is what you will see reflected in the water. You present as truly wonderful genuine individuals. The energy you give is what's reflected back. Of course you have been welcome with open arms.

[@houseoflev]

You’re awesome. Thank you!

[@innagrm]

WELCOME HOME... 💖

[@houseoflev]

Happy to be back connected

[@michellelansky4490]

So tremendously inspiring!

[@zacharydenola1780]

love the content, thank you for replying to my previous comment!!

[@TheLuvalu]

You know what I think when I see a person who looks lost in shul?? I think of how I was lost a few years ago and I wish I didnt spend all this energy being self-conscious)))

[@TheLuvalu]

And also how can i help this person without embarrasing them

[@richardsamad6646]

There are some people who are no longer satisfied with the Church and who wish to convert and become Jewish. But then they miss Church music and that whole vibe. Congregation Sinai in Chicago is a Reform Jewish House of Prayer. They have a choir with a lady who has the same rhythm and swagger as a Patti Labelle and she sings some songs in Hebrew and others in English. There is a man who is trained in Jazz Piano who holds the melody. You remember how Duke Ellington used to hold the melody on paino for Mahalia Jackson.... Its like that at Congregation Sinai of Chicago on some friday night services. All the Rabbis recite Hebrew during services. All can attend via zoom.

[@houseoflev]

Sounds very cool! Everyone has their own path, journey and connection to G-d! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@MsMuradova]

Another awesome video!! Thank you!!

[@shaindystern1038]

Beautiful said I get very excited to see your videos thanks

[@houseoflev]

Hey Shaindy!!! Thank you. Your support means everything

[@colivri336]

I'm a Jew from Puerto Rico. Halachically Jewish because it's on my mother's side. My dad was Catholic and looked very Puerto Rican. When I did my DNA test (I know, technically it has nothing to do with being Jewish) it showed ancestors from Iraq to Israel. A tiny bit of Ashkenazi Jews (big surprise). Like 20% Native American (no susprise, on dad) and 8% Sub-Saharan African which showed Senegal, Congo, Nigeria and Ethiopia. So it really makes me wonder if there were enslaved black people from Ethiopia or Nigeria or elsewhere! In the end it doesn't really matters, it's the doing what matters but still there's a lot of mystery when you add the matrilineal element of Judaism. I think that there are WAY more halachically Jews out in the world than what we're aware of. Behatzlacha! And come live in Israel! You're awesome and loved and I'm honored to be a Jew when I see people like you.

[@houseoflev]

Means so much. Thank you

[@rebeccasegal8078]

Thank you both. I’m truly enjoying your content. It’s an honor to witness your process. When do you anticipate that your conversion will be complete? ❤

[@houseoflev]

Thank you Rebecca. hoping early next year. bzH!!!

[@rebeccasegal8078]

@@houseoflev We’ll all be super excited to share in that beautiful day!

[@rebeccasegal8078]

@@houseoflev BTW, I forwarded Jessica your video that highlighted her so nicely. She was thrilled.

[@houseoflev]

@@rebeccasegal8078 oh awesome!! Thank you for that! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@mjak26]

Guys. Great job.

[@houseoflev]

Thank you brother

[@amethyst4990]

Love your guys videos. I am just rediscovering my Judaism. Me and my brother were raised Christian told we arent Jewish. On my moms side though they are Jewish but I think my family had some problems because they assimilated for example my mom, grandma and aunt all got nose jobs. Im only one who didnt. When I went to foster care I stayed with my mom second cousin who is Orthodox. Since then I want to learn more. There is definitely Jews of color (: One of my close friends is the only convert in her family they are Nigerian and she is transgendered and the Shul welcomed her with open arms. I am considering taking the conversion classes with a Rabbi even though I'm born Jewish because I am embarrassed I don't know very much about Judaism at all.

[@houseoflev]

Wow thank you for sharing your heart and appreciate the love and support 🙏🏽❤️

[@Baa975]

Beautiful

[@cohenlabe1]

Welcome home achi

[@houseoflev]

Thanks so much

[@retiredref]

We have watched almost all your videos! Can you please explain the Jewish words you are using? We don’t know any of them. Thank you!

[@houseoflev]

Wow! Thank you. Our apologies. That is definitely something we will consider moving forward. Thank you for letting us know 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@CristinaGarcia-us8rw]

You guys are amazing! Thank you so much for the content. I’ve been thinking about converting for a while now. But have been a little nervous about how my family would feel. They are Christian and I feel like they would never understand why I feel so strongly about my beliefs in Judaism . I’ve done so much research and I feel like I found my truth. I’m just nervous on how they would treat me or react. I feel like I can relate to your content and experience ❤️

[@houseoflev]

We definitely understand that feeling. We felt the same exact way. We just had to ask ourselves, “if we live to try and please them, how would our lives turn out?”

[@jacobehrenpreis1593]

Thank you for this Q&A - are you able to share which Beit Din is being utilized for your journey to Judaism ? Kol tuv, Yaakov E.

[@houseoflev]

RCC

[@shauneilscott]

Thank you for sharing.

[@houseoflev]

My pleasure!

[@rivkarosenthal3277]

Love you guys ❤️

[@houseoflev]

Love ya back! 🙏🏾❤️

[@nooncactus]

I enjoy your channel and appreciate you and your commitment to Judaism. 💙🇮🇱💙

[@houseoflev]

Thank you so very much. We appreciate you! ❤️❤️❤️

[@drbigson]

This is probably why you perceive things correctly - there are converts who think they are a great contribution to the Jewish people and when they are not treated that way, they get angry. This does not mean that converts are not a contribution - on the contrary, converts are a great contribution to the people of Israel - but as you said, we should not expect the same behavior from everyone.

[@mercazgym2379]

Your faith in G-d is awe inspiring.

[@houseoflev]

Baruch Hashem!🙌🙌🙌

[@zerillimoney5028]

Are you familiar with Rabbi Capers Funye and the Israelite Rabbinic Academy? He believe that African-Americans are Jews but they do not discriminate against Ashkenazi or Sephardic Jewish communities at all. We view them as Israelites as well. R' Funye sits on the Chicago Board of Rabbis as well as holds the title of Chief Rabbi of the International Israelite Board of Rabbis. We primarily teach that the original Jews were "black" but as we were forced throughout the diaspora we began to intermarry with other peoples in those lands (Europe, Africa, Asia etc...) which caused their decedents to have mixed complexions around the world. Shalom.

[@johndoe9826]

Bless you.

[@houseoflev]

Gd bless you too John! 🙏🏾

[@Miriam5718]

It's because of your parents...(for good and not so good) are the basis for your level of spirituality. I shared that with my non Jewish mother...I shared with her, it was partially because of her and her spirituality and her "charity" she gave weekly and her character. I think she partially got it.

[@krazyshopg]

Longer videos, day in the life for you both

[@houseoflev]

You got it! Working on it and G-d willing, coming soon. Thx for your suggestion 👍🏾👍🏾

[@Valerie-rv2ws]

thank you for another interesting video. your more frequent videos will be an asset to showing the life of Torah observant jews. several already exist and are different aspects. all valuable. we must support each other. " frum it up" is a sephardic orthodox household. " sonya' s prep" bukharian central asian orthodox jews daven sephardi." jayelle alafi" is an orthodox jewish convert from christianity." jar of fireflies" is an orthodox jewish convert from catholiscim sephardi husband= sephardi household. all with Baruch HaShem children-some homeschool. some go to jewish schools. its important/ essential that can be seen the life videos of " black"and " jews of color". everyone's personal experience is unique however Torah observant lifestyle is the fundamental constant. HaShem gave you a precious gift to share. with love.

[@BenFlorida1731]

B'H very true.

[@houseoflev]

Wow. Amazing. Thank you Valerie. We are honored to have this platform to share Orthodox Judaism’s beauty. And you’re right, support is everything. They are all amazing individuals whom we watch and learn from. Would love to collab with them in the very near future BzH!

[@cohenlabe1]

I would like to see a YT calib with other converts ( your not the only Jewish convert channel out there).

[@houseoflev]

What a great idea!!! Amazing!! Thank you!!

[@cohenlabe1]

@@ayoolukoga9829 I dont get the trol, it's not funny or factual.

[@cohenlabe1]

@@ayoolukoga9829 you just loosely translated some biblical names. You did not prove the second coming, the trinity or the specialness of jesus.

[@cohenlabe1]

@@ayoolukoga9829 none of that is about jesus and you know it. None of that is about a second coming and none of that is about a trinity the Hebrew word for angel malach = messenger I thought you knew how to translate

[@AharonYosef]

@@ayoolukoga9829 Is he really? So when he prayed to God he was praying to himself?

[@benpalacios9231]

Love you guys

[@houseoflev]

Love ya back Ben

[@vicegripp]

One of my favorite KZbinrs, Rudy Rochman, has said he views converts as Jewish souls born into non-Jewish bodies. Just as much of our people have lived in diaspora & not returned Home yet, eventually all darkness comes to the light; eventually everyone finds their place & their way back Home. #BaruchHashem Would be interesting to hear both of your takes on Kanye West & his racist tirades against our people.

[@esmeraldapooner751]

Did you keep in touch with you Christian friends? If so, what would you say if they invited you to a Christmas party? Most of my co-workers and friends are Christan. Will you get involved with the Jewish Community Center in your town?

[@MenachemASalomon]

I've come into close contact with a number of _geirim_ over the years. If they gave the opening, I sometimes asked about their story, and it was always fascinating. If they didn't, I respected their privacy. Most of the converts I've met are indistinguishable from those born and raised Jewish, certainly at first glance, and at some stage in the process, that is true of the not-yet converted, too. If I saw you in _shul,_ for example, I might have to be told that I can't count you for a minyan just yet.

[@houseoflev]

💯

[@MenachemASalomon]

@@ayoolukoga9829 If you begin with the precepts of Christianity and accept them as your premise, you can try to find references to it throughout _Tanach._ But if you learn _Tanach_ first and afterwards try to apply Christian ideas, the fit is not nearly as good.

[@TraitorousIndoctrinatedFools]

You both are so beautiful and handsome, outside and inside….nice.

[@houseoflev]

Thank you! BH

[@chokmahyahvlogs]

Shalom thank you for sharing it’s a beautiful journey. Do you believe you are Gods Chosen seed? Respectfully Is not Abraham’s blood running through our veins? I like how Judaism for the most part is basically standard around the board. Orthodox and the reformed (which reformed is random and not Torah all the way) I understand orthodox. Do you like the order of Judaism? What about the Talmud have you read it? I have read negative things concerning darker skin people in it. It did not sound like love to me. I do believe I am Hashem seed ,I am his choosen seed and I follow Torah, and I believe Yahusha is the word Made flesh. I follow Torah like Yahusha. I feel ya about some “Hebrew Israelites “ the message does not line up with love. I watched to the end. I have so many questions. Thank you for sharing.

[@helloempress]

I'd love to know how this journey has impacted your relationship; your union of marriage, because there are lots of laws surrounding that. How did you both align with that, and was it difficult at first?

[@enpz215]

Fascinating

[@leannsherman6723]

I don’t know if anybody has asked you about the Brit Milah (ritual male circumcision that’s usually done at eight days old) and how you’re feeling about that.

[@tishirwin737]

I just came across your channel and am so enjoying it! I am very interested in the Jewish faith.What would you recommend as far as reading material to start my journey?

[@houseoflev]

Well it depends on where you are in your journey. Can you email us or message us on instagram? It would be too much and too personal to speak here.

[@ELOAAMinistries]

Joyful Hanukkah!

[@houseoflev]

Happy Hanukkah!!!! 🕎🕎🕎🕎

[@quiltnutwithyarnandscissors]

❤❤❤

[@hl1184]

What do you all do for a living? Everything seems rosy and Learning and shul and kids. Curious about your jobs if any? Keep up the great work.

[@houseoflev]

We create content full time!👍🏾

[@hl1184]

Ahhh.... that's great!

[@lecacasurmonmur]

As converts, have you categorized yourself into a group within Orthodox Judaism (ie: Litvish/Yeshivish/Chassidish, etc…)?

[@houseoflev]

Breslov

[@humanmovementhub8078]

Who was the Rabbi ?

[@-Natalie]

Hey guys, thank you for sharing your journey to Judiasm with us. You have mentioned the obligations of men to pray in shul ..are the prayer / shul atrendane obligations for married women with young children in the process of converting the same as for a regular orthodox women ? Is your obligation to study and learn Tankah/ Torah different from men? Also, what has worked best in helping you guys remember the correct brachos for different foods?

[@savtamarlene]

Women who are mothers are not required by time bound mitzvot as their first obligation/responsibility is to care for their children. They are required to light Shabbat candles, bake/buy challah and mikva.

[@houseoflev]

What is this teaching? I don’t understand what you’re trying to say

[@-Natalie]

@@houseoflev Hello house of lev ..please pardon my forwardness..I am not rrsponding to your question posed to an earlier comment but rather seeking a respond from you guys to a couple of questions I had posted earlier here goes ... Are married women with young children in the process of converting required to attend shul and study torah as much as their husbands..or are your obligations the same as an regular jewidh orthodox married women with young children Secondly, what works best for you guys in remembing to recite the brachos over foods? And lastly..can you share perhaps in another video what are some of the areas of study which are focused on during the conversion process. Blessings

[@houseoflev]

@@-Natalie hi Natalie! Thx for your amazing questions. Taking us some time to get back to messages. We actually recorded another Q&A last night featuring your questions! Video will be released next week though. But I’m sure you don’t want to wait that long… 😃 So in a nutshell, me as a woman going through the process, I’m learning to do everything that a Jewish woman is supposed to do. That’s the beauty of the process. ❤️ I get to learn exactly how to live and function as a Jewish woman. However since I have children, Halachically that is my main focus. Every persons situation will be different. That’s why it’s good to speak with your Rav about specifics.

[@houseoflev]

@@-Natalie and no, women especially married women with kids are not required to do as much as their husbands. Men are time bound. Women are not. Brachas… it really takes lots of practice. Study, messing up, trying again, etc. but since non Jews are not obligated to do these brachos, enjoy the learning process because when we convert… we don’t want “laziness or our lack of knowledge “ to cause us to transgress. We are planning an entire video (bli neder), on what we did to prepare. In the meantime, feel free to check out our Amazon store. We have a few resources there 😃😃❤️❤️