Orthodox Jewish Concept of Love (Part 1): O God! Please give me a clear mind to find my destined soul mate (This article is based on an interview with Leah Gottfried, Tzippi Shaked and Danielle of Saw You At Sinai.) The "Intermediary" System of Modern Orthodox Judaism Although many young people in the modern Orthodox Jewish community meet their future significant other at various social occasions such as college, singles events, and Shabbat dinners, more and more people are now using dating apps and websites. Furthermore, there are many people who get married through family, relatives, friends, or professional mediators and introductions. Soon By You,
a YouTube series describing the dating of modern Orthodox Jewish youth on New York City's Upper West Side "Soon By You," a series describing the dating of modern Orthodox Jewish youth on New York City's Upper West Side | Photo Credit: Talya Bendel The professional Shidduch system used by many Jews may, at first glance, be a bit like applying for a job. Singles Wedding Photo Editing who want to hire a professional matchmaker will submit a profile to the matchmaker (Shadchan), which is somewhat similar to a resume. After reviewing the profile, the matchmaker may have some conversations or interviews with the singles to clarify their situation and ideal partner, and then these matchmakers, who have many single profiles in their hands, will be selected to suggest a possible partner to the singles ,
while mentioning the single person to the other person. If two people agree, they will start dating; in the process of dating, it is decided whether the other person is ideal or even to discuss marriage object. If the single decides to stop dating, they can ask a matchmaker to refer them to other singles. Leah had hired a matchmaker before her marriage, only to find that the model didn't work for her. She finds it a bit strange to have a matchmaker who has never met her, after reading her profile, decide who she might matc