It's Official — I Converted To Judaism

Toni Airaksenin ^ | 24 May 2025 | Toni Airaksinen

[Rummyfan]

I chose the name: Mazelit Liel Yocheved, and I converted last night before shabbat services in Delray, Florida.

Dear friends,

Last night, on the Shabbat of Behar-Bechukotai, the 26th of Iyyar, 5785, I officially converted to Judiasm. After studying Judiasm in Brooklyn for 2 years when I lived in Manhattan and Brooklyn, I moved to an area without a temple for almost 4 years to recover from anorexia. But after October 7th happened, I knew I needed to go back.

There are many reasons why I’ve converted, some of which I’ll cover in a following essay when the dizzyness and excitment of the day finally calms down (I could barely sleep last night, I was so pumped. I still am. I want to shout it from the rooftops!)

I must thank my rabbi, my chosen family, and everyone at Temple Sinai of Delray Beach Florida, including my mentor and guide, Rabbi Moss. I also thank all the organizations, nonprofits, social media groups and others who work tirelessly to defend Jewish statehood and fight antisemitism.

[Zionist Conspirator]

You go to a "temple?"

You didn't convert to Judaism. You converted to "Reform Judaism," which is another religion altogether.

[Rummyfan]

I just thought it was a nice story…

[alrea]

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