Two Jews Can Still Be a Mixed Marriage: Reconciling Differences Over Judaism in Your Marriage
Different levels of commitment and observance can foster conflict even in a "two-Jew" marriage, says Jaffe in this perceptive, down-to-earth book. Jaffe begins by asking readers to examine their own Jewish background and to view their marriage as a merging of two spiritual journeys. She highlights some of the most prevalent marital conflicts that arise over issues such as holidays, purity laws and keeping kosher, using real-life couples as examples (she tells a very funny story about ordering shrimp on her first date with the kosher-keeping man who became her husband). A "mixed Jewish marriage," Jaffe asserts, can be a blessing if both partners learn to respect their differences. (Mar.)Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.