DNA Proof of Judaism
Question
Hello with DNA test If my grandmother turns out to be Jewish, does that make me Jewish and will I be accepted into the community?
Answer
Shalom!
Thank you for your question.
As a general rule, DNA evidence is inadmissible on its own in Jewish law, especially when determining Jewish status.
One whose mother is Jewish, is also Jewish. One whose mother is not Jewish, is not Jewish even if the father is Jewish. Therefore, one who can trace one’s lineage back through Jewish women, one after the other, is Jewish no matter what religion these people did or did not practice. That's all that halacha cares about.
If the tradition has been lost, then DNA alone will not establish someone as Jewish. Conversion will also always be needed if the tradition has been lost, so you should go to an orthodox Rabbi who will analyze your information and guide you further.