How would it work for a Christian to attend Orthodox service

[mystic]

I am wondering how it would work where Christ is concerned for one of his followers to attend an Orthodox service? I am not seeing any scripture which references this? Since there aren't any Messianic Synagogues close by I have been thinking of looking into attending a Synagogue close by on Sabbath but it is an Orthodox Synagogue.

I was told by one person and can't remember who had told me this that a Christian woman attends their Synagogue, she sits at the back as merely an observer and everyone knows she is Christian and it is not a problem for anyone.

[alon]

Aug 29, 2020 9:55:21 GMT -8 mystic said:

I am wondering how it would work where Christ is concerned for one of his followers to attend an Orthodox service? I am not seeing any scripture which references this? Since there aren't any Messianic Synagogues close by I have been thinking of looking into attending a Synagogue close by on Sabbath but it is an Orthodox Synagogue.

I was told by one person and can't remember who had told me this that a Christian woman attends their Synagogue, she sits at the back as merely an observer and everyone knows she is Christian and it is not a problem for anyone.

Depends on the synagogue. Some might welcome Christians while others may not. Same with fellowship events- even the ones that allow you to attend on Shabbat may not allow you to attend Sacharit services. Almost certainly you wouldn't be allowed to attend on feasts days. And you would not be allowed to comment. Even the hint of trying to proselytize would get you ousted immediately. But that is CHristians.

If they find out you are Messianic, most trust us less than Christians. They think we are Christians who've adopted a Jewish veneer in order to proselytize them. Especially the Orthodox might take this view. You might have better luck with another sect, say a Reformed synagogue.

My advice is make an appointment with the Rabbi or the Chazan and talk with them. Be honest with them, and find out what is expected of you if theysay yes; also what you may and may not do.

Dan C

[alon]

As to a Mesianic attending an Orthodox synagogue, I see no problem from our end. Remember that Notsarim of the 1st cen worshiped alongside non-believing Jews in their synagogues. Just be aware that the Jewish faith today is not the same as it was in the time of Yeshua. Rabbinical Judaism changed things drastically from the late 2nd cen on. So use a lot of discernment when/if you go.

Dan C