| − | While it is relatively easy to convert to a universalizing religions, it is often very difficult to convert to an ethnic religion. For example, Jewish [[Rabbi]]s are traditionally supposed to reject a potential convert unless he or she comes back three times as a sign of their dedication, after which the convert usually must endure rigorous training in Hebrew scripture akin to what a young Jewish person might go through in preparation for a [[Bar Mitzvah]]. | + | While it is relatively easy to convert to a universalizing religion, it is often very difficult to convert to an ethnic religion. For example, Jewish [[Rabbi]]s are traditionally supposed to reject a potential convert unless he or she comes back three times as a sign of their dedication, after which the convert usually must endure rigorous training in Hebrew scripture akin to what a young Jewish person might go through in preparation for a [[Bar Mitzvah]]. |