LGBTQ-affirming denominations in Judaism

Jewish LGBTQ flag in Tel Aviv, Israel.

The LGBTQ affirming denominations in Judaism are denominations that affirm same-sex relationships are theologically and morally compatible with the Jewish faith, or that leave it up to each synagogue to determine its position on the subject. These denominations may have statements that support the ordination of LGBTQ rabbis, the blessing of same-sex unions or the same-sex marriages.

Characteristics

Jewish affirming denominations generally have one or more of the following statements about LGBTQ people, or leave it up to each synagogue to determine its position on the subject:

  1. Ordination of LGBTQ rabbis
  2. Blessing of same-sex unions
  3. Same-sex marriages

International

Africa

North America

South America

Europe

Oceania and Asia

Organizations not recognized by their denominations

Organizations not affiliated with any particular denomination

See also

References

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