Jewish Symbols- Can a Magen David Necklace Bring On Major Dilemmas?
Date: Tuesday, June 22 @ 15:14:40 PDT
Topic: Career
Some countries have banned wearing religious symbols. Though they claim
the purpose is to prevent anti-Muslim hostility, in reality, they seek
to prevent all religious hostility by creating a ghetto mentality. Shh.
Don’t let anyone know you’re Jewish so you won’t have any problems. Has
the 21st Century turned into a recycled 19th Century?
What does it mean for the modern day workplace?
For the most part, magen davids are non-essential. Observant men must
wear kippahs according to most Orthodox Rabbis (many choose a simple
black leather one which almost blends into the hair). Many observant
women wear skirts and wigs to abide by Orthodox modesty standards. For
the most part, these are hidden from those who do not know what to look
for.
Magen Davids however are optional and have become politically charged
Jewish and Zionist symbols. The small golden charms you received as a
Bat Mitzvah gift is not what we are referring to. (For the most part,
that is appropriate for an open workplace when you are not conducting
official meetings as a representative for your company). Now Magen
Davids are big, silver and unisex, in the same vein as rappers’ name
chains and crosses. Behind it is an in-your-face Israeli mentality that
we will not meekly accept the anti-Semitic criticisms of Israel and
anti-Semitic actions to Jews everywhere. These, like your Kahane Chai
headbands, Haam im hagolan bumper stickers and UJA T-Shirts, can remain
at home or for use on weekends.
About The Author
 Michele H. Justic has over 5 years of experience as a human resources professional.
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