The Jewish Theological Seminary
3080 BroadwayJoin the Women's Organization of Stephen Wise Free Synagogue for a guided tour of "Your People Shall Be My People: Conversion to Judaism through the Centuries."
Meet inside the entrance at 1:45 p.m. The tour will begin at 2:00 p.m.
If you'd like to join us for lunch at JTS's dining hall, meet inside the entrance at 12:15 p.m.* Please indicate during registration if you plan to attend lunch.
Space is limited; please register for this tour by Monday, May 11.
Admission is $10. *Food and beverages are not included in the price of admission.
Throughout Jewish history, from biblical times to the present, non-Jews have joined the Jewish people. How they have done so has differed greatly from one historical context to another. Yet one idea endures: conversion, or giyyur, is more than adopting a religion; it is joining a people, as expressed in Ruth’s words, “your people shall be my people.” Drawing on manuscripts, rare books and other items from the Jewish Theological Seminary, this exhibit illustrates some of the changes and continuities over time in our understanding and practice of conversion to Judaism.
Thu, May 14, 2026 1:45 PM - 3:00 PM
The Jewish Theological Seminary
3080 Broadway
A vibrant Reform congregation on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, Stephen Wise Free Synagogue has served as a catalyst for progressive Jewish thought, committed social action in the local community and beyond, and support for Israel for more than 118 years.
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