idolatry

Asked by SA · September 10, 2003 · Other

Question

1. what is the law regarding a Jew motioning the sign of the cross as christians do when they go to church? 2. is it considered avoda zara (idolatry)? 3. does it matter if it is done in jest (as part of a joke), not for religious purposes? thank you.

Answer

Answered by Aaron Abadi

1) Shouldn't do it.... 2) no 3) not really, unless clearly making fun of them....still better not... AA