Missionary Claims #1

Missionary Claims #1

Claim #1: Jews can retain their Jewish Identity once they convert In their attempt to convert Jews, missionaries claim that one can remain Jewish while practicing Christianity. The use of terminology such as "Messianic Jew," "Hebrew Christian," and "Jews for Jesus" is but a deceptive attempt to represent converted Jews as Jewish.1 In fact, missionaries even go so far as to claim that a Jew who accepts Jesus (or "Yeshua," as they call him) is a "completed Jew," implying of course that all other
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Zalman Kravitz
Missionary Tactics

Missionary Tactics

Camouflage Missionaries may not divulge their own religious affiliations. Some Jews for Jesus-type missionaries try to develop a quick rapport with their targets by wearing external signs of Jewishness, such as a Chai or a Star of David necklace. To make Jews feel more comfortable and make the missionaries appear less Christian, they are coached by their superiors to avoid using words such as Christ, saved or baptized so they don’t arouse suspicion. Assuming Superiority When talking to a Jewi
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Zalman Kravitz
5 STEPS if you are approached by a Missionary

5 STEPS if you are approached by a Missionary

What to do if you are approached by a missionary? How must you react? Let's find out in this interesting article. 1. Try to disengage as quickly as possible: * Who are you? What organization are you affiliated with? Does it have a religious designation? * Thank you, but no thanks. I am already affiliated with (Jewish Group Name) 2. End your response with concluding statement: * I appreciate your sincerity, but I am happy with my identity as it is. HAVE A GREAT DAY! 3. If challenge continue
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Zalman Kravitz
FAQS On “Cults”

FAQS On “Cults”

Q: What characteristics define a cult? A: Cults, or more specifically, destructive cults, are characterized by the following differences from mainstream groups: 1) In religious cults the leader is the central focus of belief. In mainstream religions, G-d is the central focus. 2) Cult recruitment includes deception and concealment of identity and requirements of affiliation. Mainstream groups use no deception and new members are fully aware of the teachings and expectations before they make a
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Zalman Kravitz
Christ in the Passover: Why is this Night Different?

Christ in the Passover: Why is this Night Different?

"Christ in the Passover: Why is this Night Different?" A Critical Book Review by Gerald Sigal Christ in the Passover: Why is this Night Different? By Ceil and Moishe Rosen. Moody Press, Chicago. 112 pages. 1980 Christ in the Passover is a superb example of the Christian missionary contribution to the magician's art. Magic may be defined as the ability to convince people that they are seeing something that is not really there. As such, Ceil and Moishe Rosen are masters of the magician's art.
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Zalman Kravitz
Anti-Semitism: The Persecution of God and His Chosen People.

Anti-Semitism: The Persecution of God and His Chosen People.

Anti-Semitism:The Persecution of God and His Chosen People A Critical Book Review by Gerald Sigal Anti-Semitism: The Persecution of God and His Chosen People. By Steffi Rubin. San Rafael: Jews for Jesus, 1977. Duplicity and sanctimonious rhetoric have long been the staples of Christian missionaries who seek to convert Jews. This booklet, by Steffi Ruben, one of the original members of the Jews for Jesus organization, is no exception to Paul's aphorism on the use of deceit: "Whether in pretense
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Zalman Kravitz
Future Hope - FACING A HOPELESS FUTURE

Future Hope - FACING A HOPELESS FUTURE

Future Hope FACING A HOPELESS FUTUREA Critical Book ReviewBy Gerald Sigal Future Hope:  A Jewish Christian Look at the End of the World By David Brickner. San Francisco:  Purple Pomegranate Productions. 1999. 154 pages. Among evangelical Protestants "end of this world" predictions have been big business for centuries.  It has spawned thousands of denominations, sects, and cults.  It gives hope to millions.  In a sense, it is a continuation of an expectation as old as Christianity itself.
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Zalman Kravitz

Zalman Kravitz
Climbing Jacob's Ladder

Climbing Jacob's Ladder

Climbing Jacob's Ladder" A book Review Climbing Jacob’s Ladder: One Man’s Journey to Rediscover a Jewish Spiritual Tradition, by Alan Morinis, Broadway Books, New York 2002 Reviewed by Rabbi Michael Skobac It is no secret that the spiritual paths of the East have been attracting a steady stream of Jewish seekers. Sylvia Boorstein explores the nature of this magnetism in her book That’s Funny, You Don’t Look Buddhist. She shares an insight from Rabbi Jonathan Omer-Man that “Jews are interes
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Zalman Kravitz