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“People think that, that conversion to Judaism is just a modern phenomenon. But there was an era in the late Roman Empire Judaism was not a proselytizing religion. It didn't go out looking for converts, but it accepted converts.”

Quote by Susan Jacoby

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Susan Jacoby is an American author renowned for her works on liberalism, history, and religion. Her writings often explore themes such as individual freedom, secularism, and feminism. more

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