Dennis Prager explains why Judaism welcomes converts and considers conversion commendable. He cites Ruth as an example of a convert who will be an ancestor of the Messiah, and notes that choosing to become Jewish despite its risks is seen as honorable in Jewish tradition.
For the knowledge of people, I, in keeping with Judaism as a committed Jew, religious Jew, I do not seek converts, but I do tell anyone considering Judaism, Judaism welcomes converts. Non-Jews do not know how much Judaism does welcome. In fact, the Messiah will come from a convert. Ruth. It's a, it's a very honored position in Judaism that you who have the option have chosen, and chosen to endanger yourself or your offspring as a result of that, is considered highly commendable. Among Jews.
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