I Almost Converted to Islam!
A rising performer, Deborah Jacobi pined for spirituality. A meal in a sukkah and meeting the Rebbe changed her course forever.
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Chana Weisberg is host of the Ordinary People, Extraordinary Stories podcast and curator of advanced learning experiences on Chabad.org. She lectures internationally on issues relating to women, relationships, meaning, self-esteem and the Jewish soul. She is the author of six books. Her latest book, Shabbat Delights, is a two-volume series on the weekly Torah portion.
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Anonymous
August 5, 2026
Wow unbelievable. This was so powerful.
Her sensitivity to the world, to the G-dliness in this world is uplifting. Would love to read these
Thank you!!
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Sam Kulik
Montréal
August 5, 2026
Fact is Islam is an offshoot of Judaism with many identical rules such as dietary laws and circumsion Reply
Chaya New
Melbourne
August 4, 2026
I find this woman very inspiring ! Reply
Ruthy
August 4, 2026
Thank you
Chana i really enjoy your interviews
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Dina
August 3, 2026
Thank you for this inspiring interview with Deborah Jacobi! Reply
Y w
August 1, 2026
When where these occurrences taking place?
Any year reference?
When did she meet the rebbe?
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I found Deborah extremely fascinating! She is brilliant, spiritual, evolved and more! Is there an email for her?