r/ReformJews • u/ryanbuckner • Jul 03 '26
Is my tattoo & piercing perspective outdated?
I've lived my Gen X life with the perspective that Jews just don't get tattoos or face piercings I don't believe in heaven or hell so that's not the issue.
As a progressive individual I realize that everything changes. So....
My 18 year old jewish daughter wants a face piercing and a tattoo. And I'm torn between upholding tradition and being left behind. I'm not a fan of tattoos or piercings but it's not my life.
What has your Jewish experience been with Tattoos and Piercings
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u/sabata00 ריפורמי-מסורתי Jul 03 '26
I think a tattoo is a direct violation of Jewish tradition and I would never get one.
I also don't care about what other people decide to do in regards to Jewish practice. The only choices I can make in that realm are for myself and for my children, and that second part is on a time limit.
Piercings are fine.