Much interest is being displayed in non-Jewish as well as Jewish circles in the acceptance of Judaism by the Ukrainian artist, Eustachy Wielintschuk, who is 28 years old.
The circumcision ceremonies took place today. Wielintschuk declared that he is embracing Judaism because of conviction and his love for Jewish people. He will leave immediately for Palestine.
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