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Ivanka Trump’s Journey to Judaism: Faith, Family, and Identity
Ivanka Trump, daughter of former U.S. President Donald Trump, is one of the most high-profile figures in American public life to have converted to Judaism. Her decision, made more than a decade ago, continues to draw attention as a defining aspect of her personal life and public identity.
Ivanka, who was raised Presbyterian, converted to Orthodox Judaism in 2009 before marrying Jared Kushner, a real estate heir and political adviser from a modern Orthodox Jewish family. Her conversion was guided by Rabbi Haskel Lookstein of Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun in New York City—a respected figure in the modern Orthodox community.
In interviews, Ivanka has often described her conversion as a deeply meaningful and personal choice rather than one made purely for marriage. “It’s been such a great life decision for me,” she once said, noting that her faith brought her a sense of structure, spirituality, and community.
Following her conversion, Ivanka and Jared have observed Jewish traditions closely. The couple keeps a kosher home, observes Shabbat, and raises their three children—Arabella, Joseph, and Theodore—within the Jewish faith. Each Friday evening, the Trumps reportedly disconnect from technology to observe the Sabbath, spending time together as a family.
During her time as a senior adviser in her father’s administration, Ivanka often represented a bridge between Jewish communities and the White House. She was also a strong advocate for the U.S. decision to move its embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem in 2018—a move celebrated by many Israelis and American Jews, but criticized internationally for its political implications.
Ivanka’s conversion also sparked wide discussion about modern religious identity in America, where interfaith marriage and conversion are increasingly common but still evoke strong cultural conversations. For some, she represents a new generation of high-profile converts who blend faith with modern life. For others, her decision symbolizes how religion continues to shape family dynamics and personal choices at the highest levels of power.
Today, Ivanka Trump remains committed to her Jewish faith, often sharing glimpses of family celebrations such as Passover, Rosh Hashanah, and Hanukkah on social media. Away from Washington, she and Jared have largely stepped back from politics, focusing on business ventures and family life in Florida.
Her journey stands as a story of faith and transformation—one that reshaped not only her personal identity but also her role in the public eye.
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