Jewish Matchmaking

Translation: "we" will do what *I* want. Some good lessons here on what not to look for in a partner. When something horrible happens during your marriage do you think it's going to matter whether your partner is cute or has blue eyes? Hopefully you will want, and be, a partner who helps the other one to get through the problem And come through it stronger than you were before. Has another reviewer said this is about the same level as Indian matchmaking, spoiled kids who never learned about compromise, selflessness, etc. They seem to be sincere in wanting to get married, just completely clueless on what that involves.

Interesting show. Vapid but I appreciated the diversity displayed within the Jewish communities. I have always been aware of the degrees of diversity within the Jewish culture but didn't realize the degree of difference in all parts of their lives.

My biggest issue is that we got to superficially meet each person and saw a date or two with them and their matches then, poof they were gone.. it looks like the matchmaker was a flop.

I'd like to see a success or two. I'm sad Fay and Shaya didn't click.

My favorite part was the older couples and their stories. Their advise and encouragement for the younger ones!

The participants couldn't be better; so genuine, nice, funny, charming, caring, and quirky. I really wanted each person to find their "perfect" person. Especially the older ones, as I can only imaging how much smaller the dating pool is for people who are over 40. I was extremely excited for the few people who made great connections and could see them working out in terms of forming romantic relationships. There were no updates, which was a little disappointing, however it did not take away from the show because I think ultimately they would have gained friendship. The matches or potential matches were incredibly respectful and kind to one another, which is really refreshing for reality love t.v.

This is an entertaining series and hope we can a get a second one.

Certainly, the star of the show is the matchmaker.

More or less all the participants appear to have been raised to adhere to a strict religious code in varying degrees of dogma.

It is quite an eye opener to learn how dependent and subservient they all are to their belief system engineered by parents and others who must be obeyed.

A lot of those taking part are self-centered and spoilt and in reality ought to have a high level of intelligence yet seem to have been completely brain washed into following a strict regime of very strange and some would say ludicrous customs that make no sense and are joyless.

But of course, it's said to be a religion, but some might say more a 'cult'.

However: still an interesting show and we need another part to reveal what happened to all those taking part!

7/10.

Great show for anyone, regardless of religion. Aleeza is a gem! Of course, there are going to be people on the show that you root for and also some who make you cringe a little bit. One cringe moment for me was the girl who bragged about her eyebrows. Men don't care about eyebrows!!

There were moments that brought tears to my eyes and warmed my heart. I loved the interviews with older, married couples - very touching. At some point the show should do an update on all of the people looking for love. How are they doing a year from now??

Shaya and Fay were a cute couple. There's a really quick scene with Fay, and her mother. Her mom is asking her if she's looking forward to her first date with Shaya. I don't know why, but it was just so so sweet and it made me cry. I really hope that Stewart finds his match one of these days. Even though he's a little quirky, he's funny, and brings a lot to the table.

A lot of the people on the show put extreme importance on chemistry and physical attraction. Although this is important, there's so much more to a loving marriage.

I love the idea of a professional matchmaker helping to connect people. My advice to folks looking for love is put out what you want to receive back, and you're not going to meet anyone sitting at home alone on a Friday night.