# From Kuwait to Jerusalem: Mark Halawa's Journey to Judaism

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Podcast: [Behind the Bima](https://stenobird.com/podcast/behind-the-bima-394828)
Published: 2026-02-10T11:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Raised Muslim in Kuwait and taught to hate Jews, Mark Halawa chose a radically different path. In this powerful episode of Behind the Bima, Mark shares the deeply human moments—kindness, curiosity, and one small gesture—that led him on a spiritual journey toward Judaism. A conversation about faith, identity, and the courage to follow truth wherever it leads.

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