Ketubah texts
Interfaith Ketubah Text
Inclusive wording that honors both partners when one is not Jewish.
Who this is for
Couples where one partner is Jewish and the other is not, who want a document that honors their shared commitment and often both heritages, without claiming a halachic status that does not apply.
The structure of the text
An interfaith ketubah is a covenant of mutual promises, usually bilingual, that avoids formulae implying both partners are Jewish (such as 'according to the law of Moses and Israel'). Instead it emphasizes love, respect, and the values the couple will share, sometimes acknowledging both traditions.
A sample in English
On the ____ day of ____, in ____, we, ____ and ____, joined our lives together.
We promise to love and honor one another, to build a home rich in kindness and respect, to celebrate the traditions that shape us, and to support each other faithfully through every season of our lives.
We make these promises freely, before those we love.
Sample texts are for education. Always confirm the final text with your officiating rabbi.
Key phrases
- CovenantA mutual promise; interfaith texts are framed as a covenant of love rather than a halachic contract.
- BilingualOften Hebrew and English, and sometimes a third language meaningful to the couple.
What varies by community
Some interfaith couples keep Hebrew alongside English; others use only English or add a third language. Officiants differ on wording, so confirm what your officiant is comfortable signing.