Brit/Simchat Bat/Pidyon

Welcome to the world new precious baby! Without a doubt one of nature’s greatest blessings is the birth of a much desired and anticipated child, whose arrival changes the course of one’s life forever.

A Jewish baby, as well as embodying universal parental aspirations, also carries within its tiny frame the history of the nation he is a part of and the hopes and dreams of an ancient religion who has survived throughout the millennium with rich traditions and
treasured customs.

Whether you are celebrating a Brit Mila for your baby boy or a Simchat Bat for your baby girl, we know you want the joyous occasion to be marked in a way that confirms your life-long love and commitment to your child and your pride in having a new family member become part of your heritage and faith.

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The Jewish birth mother’s prayer

The Jewish birth mother’s prayer

Composed by Shelley List and Yael Penkower. English:Master of the creation: You have made me your partner in creating a new life on this great and wonderful day. My heart is filled with joy! Let my husband and family stand with me and praise Your mercy. For You did...

Celebrating the Birth of a Jewish Girl

--Searching for a way to celebrate the birth of a Jewish girl-- There is no arguing that the Jewish baby boy who comes into this world is given a grand and meaningful welcome. The Hebrew word for circumcision is Brit Milah, and it means covenant. The newborn boy is...

Customs before a Brit

Tikun Eliyahu The Tikun Eliyahu (also called Leil Shimurim - night of vigil or Vechnacht) takes place on the night before the Brit Milah. The idea is to have a night of Torah study beside the baby's crib. This custom is based on the notion that a newborn should not be...

Shalom – farewell, zachar – memory!

Shalom – farewell, zachar – memory!

According to the Talmud, when the child forms is in his/her mother’s womb, an Angel teaches him Torah. However, once the child is born to the world, the angel pats him on above his mouth and the child forgets it all – this pat leaves a mark on our top lip. The newborn...

The Brit Milah Ceremony

The Brit Milah Ceremony

The blessings and prayers have been translated into English, in the ceremony they are said in Hebrew  and can be found in the siddur. --The baby is brought into the room-- At the beginning of the ceremony, the mother hands the baby to the kvatterin. Everyone present...

Customs in the week before the Bris

Customs in the week before the Bris

Shalom Zachor On the Friday night after a baby’s birth (and before his circumcision) Ashkenazi Jews often invite friends and family to join them after the meal to mark the birth. Food, drink, words of Torah and song are shared. Traditions: Often chickpeas and round...

Jewish Boys names and their implications

Jewish Boys names and their implications

At the time of Abraham’s Bris, God changed Abraham's name from Avram to Avraham.  In keeping with that tradition, a Jewish boy is given his Hebrew name at the time of his Brit Milah. Judaism places a great deal of significance on a child's Hebrew name.  It is believed...

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