וַאֲהַבְתֶּ֖ם אֶת־הַגֵּ֑ר
"You too, must love the convert" - Deuteronomy 10:19
Conversion To Judaism
Traditionally, Judaism has held converts in extraordinarily high regard, lauding their dedication to the Jewish people and it's faith.
The imperative to be sensitive to and love converts appears no fewer than 36 times throughout the Torah, making it the most often repeated commandment.
People convert to Judaism for different reasons but the goal is always the same - Join the Nation of Israel in faith and fate.
Some may have a Jewish partner and are inspired by the beauty of Judaism, some have Jewish lineage that they want to connect to and some have a spiritual calling to the light of The Torah.
Conversion to Judaism is a major decision that requires you to search within and discover the truth for yourself.
Our Global Impact
Today, we are helping students in over 25 countries worldwide, with more joining every month.
From North America to South America, from Europe to Asia, our programs make authentic Torah learning and structured conversion guidance accessible no matter where a student lives.
By breaking down barriers of geography, language, and access, we are building a global network of sincere seekers—each one guided with the same care, structure, and authenticity. Every student who joins adds strength to the Jewish people, creating a ripple effect that will impact communities and generations to come.
What began as a single program has grown into a worldwide movement, bringing Jews and those becoming Jewish together in learning, practice, and purpose.
Conversion is not only about study, it is about gradually learning and living as a religiously observant Orthodox Jew. This happens step by step, at your own pace, with guidance and support at every stage.
The path to becoming Jewish is a process of transformation. It requires not only acquiring knowledge, but also developing habits of daily Jewish living, building spiritual awareness, and learning to see the world through the lens of Torah.
Each step brings you closer to embracing the rhythm of Jewish life in a genuine and lasting way.
At CTJ, we emphasize both the inner journey and the outer connection —helping you grow into observant Jewish life while guiding you toward meaningful integration into the Jewish people and communities. Conversion is not a checklist; it is the formation of identity, belonging, and faith.
What To Expect
Step By Step
At
StudyJudaism.net,
the conversion process is divided into 3 levels. This structure ensures that you never feel overwhelmed with your learning and observance. Instead, you progress gradually, with support designed accordingly with each level.
SJO: Study Judaism Online
Level 1
Our Study Judaism Online program is a prerequisite for Converting To Judaism and is Level 1 of the conversion process. SJO sets the foundation necessary to move forward from just learning to implementing observance with strength and clarity.
To learn more about SJO, please click below.
CTJ: Converting to Judaism
Level 2
Converting To Judaism includes two levels and builds on the material learned in Study Judaism Online. Students will learn with more depth and precision, focusing specifically on what is required for an Orthodox conversion.
CTJ: Converting to Judaism
Level 3
This is where students undergo final evaluations, testing and receive preparation for their Beit Din meetings.
CTJ: Converting To Judaism
Conversion to Judaism is not simply a process of study — it is a process of transformation.
The Converting to Judaism (CTJ) program was built to guide that transformation with clarity and precision, providing a complete pathway from learning to full integration into an Orthodox Jewish life.
What sets CTJ apart is the depth and precision of its curriculum, along with the dedicated, individualized attention given to each student’s file—ensuring that no detail of their progress is overlooked.
Many individuals spend years studying, only to discover that much of what they learned does not align with the expectations of an Orthodox Beit Din. Others may receive well-intentioned guidance from those who are not experienced in the conversion process, only to later realize that they were not properly guided. This lack of structure and direction leads to confusion, delays, and unnecessary setbacks.
CTJ was built to solve this. There is no other Orthodox conversion program that provides this level of structure and ongoing oversight.
In many cases, candidates are given a general list of books or topics to study, or attend periodic classes without a defined curriculum, progress tracking, or individualized guidance. While local Rabbis play a critical and irreplaceable role in the conversion journey, their primary responsibilities are to their communities. CTJ works alongside them — providing the structured educational framework, tracking, and mentorship that is often not feasible to maintain on an individual level.
This is what allows our students to move forward with confidence, strength and measurable progress.
Every aspect of the program is carefully aligned with the standards of recognized Orthodox Rabbinical courts. Nothing is random, and nothing is wasted. Each topic, each requirement, and each stage of development is intentionally structured to ensure that students are building toward one clear outcome: standing before a Beit Din fully prepared.
CTJ provides:
- A structured, comprehensive curriculum firmly aligned with Orthodox Beit Din standards
- One-on-one mentorship and individualized guidance throughout the entire process
- Assistance in locating and integrating into the right synagogue and community
- Direct coordination with your local Orthodox Rabbi once you begin attending synagogue services
- Progress tracking and standardized testing
- Dedicated Beit Din preparation — learning how to present yourself with confidence and authenticity
Frequently Asked Questions
Converts You Should Know
Ruth
A Moabite princess widowed of her Jewish husband, Ruth left her life of royalty and faithfully followed her former mother-in-law to Israel. She famously declared: “Wherever you go, I will go; and where you lodge, I will lodge; your people shall be my people, and your G‑d my G‑d.” Ruth 1:16. Ruth was the great grandmother of King David.
Batya
The daughter of Pharaoh who found Moses floating upon the Nile river and took him to the palace to raise him as an Egyptian prince. According to the Talmud, Batya had been at the river to cleanse herself from the idolatry of her father’s house and convert to Judaism when she found Moses.
Yitro
A learned priest who had explored all the deities known to man at the time. Yitro, Moses’ father-in-law, joined the Nation of Israel in the desert, proclaiming, “Now I know that G‑d is greater than all the gods" Exodus 18:11
Onkelos
Onkelos was the nephew of the Roman emperor Hadrian. He walked away from the wealth and power of his family for Judaism. Noting that Aramaic was fast becoming the dominant language of the Jewish people, Onkelos transcribed a faithful Aramaic translation of the Torah, one that has been printed in every standard edition since.
The Kuzari
One of the most important philosophical works of all time was written by Rabbi Yehudah Halevi, a Jewish scholar and poet who lived in Spain. Known as the Kuzari, his book is built around the theoretical conversations of a Khazar king who was searching for the “true faith" and in his search discovered the truth of Judaism.
Rabbi Akiva
While Rabbi Akiva himself was not a convert, he was a descendant of converts to Judaism. Rabbi Akiva is one of the most famous Rabbis of all time and considered to be one of the greatest Rabbinic Sages of all time. He is known in the Talmud of the "Chief of the Sages"
