Returning to Judaism - Pronunciation
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Question
Hello, honorable Rabbi. I wanted to ask about switching to Ashkenazi pronunciation. I am an Ashkenazi baal teshuva. Should I initially switch to Ashkenazi pronunciation? I heard some say that at least the name of God should be pronounced in Ashkenazi, but if I do so, won't it mix different traditions?
Answer
Hello,
Since you are Ashkenazi, you should initially pray with Ashkenazi pronunciation.
If it is difficult for you to get used to it, try at least to pronounce the name of God with Ashkenazi pronunciation.
There is no issue if part of it is in a different pronunciation.
Source
According to the instructions of the Gaon, Rabbi Fried, shlita