I Was Invited to a Wedding in Israel, and I Don’t Want to Go

2025-12-03

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Rabbi Shira and Hanna help a listener who was invited to a family wedding in Israel, but doesn’t want to go. How important are weddings? And what if your conflicting feelings and grief are just too painful? This is a must-listen for anyone experiencing a shift in Jewish identity when it comes to a relationship with Israel. Rabbi Shira and Hanna help a listener navigate his changing feelings and conflicted opinions about Israel.Text on importance of going to Jewish weddings Read more about Hachnasat kallah: the importance of preparing a bride for her wedding Read more about the mitzvah of bringing joy t...

Rabbi Shira and Hanna help a listener who was invited to a family wedding in Israel, but doesn’t want to go.

How important are weddings? And what if your conflicting feelings and grief are just too painful? This is a must-listen for anyone experiencing a shift in Jewish identity when it comes to a relationship with Israel. Rabbi Shira and Hanna help a listener navigate his changing feelings and conflicted opinions about Israel.

Text on importance of going to Jewish weddings

Read more about Hachnasat kallah: the importance of preparing a bride for her wedding

Read more about the mitzvah of bringing joy to people getting married

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