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Bar Mitzvah gifts are not important at all. They serve to show the boy that he is loved (or girl, if it's a bat mitzvah), but they are optional.
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Why are gifts so important to the Jewish at a ceremony?
Gifts are only of minor importance at certain Jewish ceremonies, such as a bar mitzvah or a wedding. They are meant to show love and honor, but they are completely optional.
Who is Fiona Rosenbloom?
author of you are so not invited to my bat mitzvah and we are so crashing your bar mitzvah
Why do you get presents for bar and bat mitzvah?
There is no historical tradition of gift giving during Channukah so you do not have to give or get presents. The practice of gift giving during Channukah is mainly specific to the US and Canada and is the result of the holiday falling in the same month as Christmas.
Is there anything special to wear at a bar mitzvah?
The link won't work, so this article is copied directly from factoidz:One of the most common questions asked by Jews and non-Jews alike on bar mitzvah and bat mitzvah forums is what to wear to a bar mitzvah. A bar mitzvah is usually held either in a synagogue or in a restaurant or celebration hall and the mode of dress is slightly different for each of these bar mitzvah venues. Another factor which influences what you wear to a bar mitzvah is the degree to which the celebrating Jewish family is religious.What to wear to a bar mitzvah/bat mitzvah party held in a synagogue?A general rule of thumb is to wear something which would be appropriate to wear to church on a Sunday. As a synagogue is a place of worship the religion is respected by dressing modestly.For women attending a bar mitzvah or bat mitzvah modest dress means avoid strapless or sleeveless tops, rather go for something with at least a small sleeve. See through clothing is not modest enough to wear to a bar mitzvah or bat mitzvah in a synagogue. Skirts or dresses worn to a bar mitzvah should be at least up to the knee and not mini dresses, extremely tight or with sexy slits up the side.Should women wear a head covering when attending a bar mitzvah party in a synagogue?Married Jewish women cover their heads when attending synagogue and out of respect for this place of worship bar mitzvah guests should consider wearing a head covering as well. Although the rule about women covering their heads is not as strictly observed as the rule for men covering their heads. I suggest wearing a shawl, scarf or wrap to the bar mitzvah and then if you feel the need you can cover your head with it.What should men wear to a bar mitzvah held in a synagogue?For men attending a bar mitzvah or bat mitzvah in a synagogue you should wear long pants (trousers) and a shirt or top with a sleeve. Vests or tank tops should not be worn to a bar mitzvah. Jewish men cover their heads in a synagogue, and out of respect guests at a bar mitzvah or bat mitzvah are encouraged to do so as well. This means that you could wear anything from a baseball hat to a yamaka (Jewish skullcap or kippah). Most of the time paper yamakas are provided at the synagogue entrance for bar mitzvah guests, and sometimes the yamakas are even printed with the birthday boy's name as bar mitzvah "party favors". Don't hesitate to call up themother of the bar mitzvah boy and ask ahead of time, or stuff a hat in your pocket just in case!What to wear to a bar mitzvah in a reform synagogue?If the bar mitzvah or bat mitzvah is in a reform synagogue the rules are not as hard and fast although the smart bar mitzvah guest wear described above will save you any embarrassment no matter what brand of Judaism your friends follow.What to wear to a bar mitzvah /bat mitzvah party not in a synagogue?What you wear to a bar mitzvah party or bat mitzvah celebration not held in a synagogue is a lot less important. So long as you wear something modest enough for your guest's religious convictions you are ok. If the bar mitzvah boy's parents are ultra-orthodox you can follow the guidelines given above for what to wear to a bar mitzvah in a synagogue. If the bar mitzvah boy's parents are not practicing Jews then you can dress for the bar mitzvah as you would for any large important party. Keep in mind that children, aunts, grannies and maybe a Rabbi will be present so don't over do the sexiness of your bar mitzvah outfit! There is no need for men or women to wear a head covering to a bar mitzvah or bat mitzvah not held in a synagogueBe yourself when choosing what to wear to a bar mitzvah or bat mitzvah but with a little more attention to modesty.
What age typically do boys have a bar mitzvah?
A Jewish boy becomes a bar mitzvah on his 13th birthday. This does not require a formal ceremony. The ceremony people are most familiar with is to celebrate the boy becoming a bar mitzvah, it doesn't make him one.
Is there a special meal after a bar mitzvah?
A bar mitzvah meal is not a religiously prescribed meal such as the seder which is part of Passover, however, a bar mitzvah generally does include a party, so people do indulge in a feast of some kind.
What should a woman wear to a bat mitzvah reception?
The link wont work, so this article is copied from Factzoids:One of the most common questions asked by Jews and non-Jews alike on bar mitzvah and bat mitzvah forums is what to wear to a bar mitzvah. A bar mitzvah is usually held either in a synagogue or in a restaurant or celebration hall and the mode of dress is slightly different for each of these bar mitzvah venues. Another factor which influences what you wear to a bar mitzvah is the degree to which the celebrating Jewish family is religious.What to wear to a bar mitzvah/bat mitzvah party held in a synagogue?A general rule of thumb is to wear something which would be appropriate to wear to church on a Sunday. As a synagogue is a place of worship the religion is respected by dressing modestly.For women attending a bar mitzvah or bat mitzvah modest dress means avoid strapless or sleeveless tops, rather go for something with at least a small sleeve. See through clothing is not modest enough to wear to a bar mitzvah or bat mitzvah in a synagogue. Skirts or dresses worn to a bar mitzvah should be at least up to the knee and not mini dresses, extremely tight or with sexy slits up the side.Should women wear a head covering when attending a bar mitzvah party in a synagogue?Married Jewish women cover their heads when attending synagogue and out of respect for this place of worship bar mitzvah guests should consider wearing a head covering as well. Although the rule about women covering their heads is not as strictly observed as the rule for men covering their heads. I suggest wearing a shawl, scarf or wrap to the bar mitzvah and then if you feel the need you can cover your head with it.What should men wear to a bar mitzvah held in a synagogue?For men attending a bar mitzvah or bat mitzvah in a synagogue you should wear long pants (trousers) and a shirt or top with a sleeve. Vests or tank tops should not be worn to a bar mitzvah. Jewish men cover their heads in a synagogue, and out of respect guests at a bar mitzvah or bat mitzvah are encouraged to do so as well. This means that you could wear anything from a baseball hat to a yamaka (Jewish skullcap or kippah). Most of the time paper yamakas are provided at the synagogue entrance for bar mitzvah guests, and sometimes the yamakas are even printed with the birthday boy's name as bar mitzvah "party favors". Don't hesitate to call up themother of the bar mitzvah boy and ask ahead of time, or stuff a hat in your pocket just in case!What to wear to a bar mitzvah in a reform synagogue?If the bar mitzvah or bat mitzvah is in a reform synagogue the rules are not as hard and fast although the smart bar mitzvah guest wear described above will save you any embarrassment no matter what brand of Judaism your friends follow.What to wear to a bar mitzvah /bat mitzvah party not in a synagogue?What you wear to a bar mitzvah party or bat mitzvah celebration not held in a synagogue is a lot less important. So long as you wear something modest enough for your guest's religious convictions you are ok. If the bar mitzvah boy's parents are ultra-orthodox you can follow the guidelines given above for what to wear to a bar mitzvah in a synagogue. If the bar mitzvah boy's parents are not practicing Jews then you can dress for the bar mitzvah as you would for any large important party. Keep in mind that children, aunts, grannies and maybe a Rabbi will be present so don't over do the sexiness of your bar mitzvah outfit! There is no need for men or women to wear a head covering to a bar mitzvah or bat mitzvah not held in a synagogueBe yourself when choosing what to wear to a bar mitzvah or bat mitzvah but with a little more attention to modesty.
What does the bar mitzvah boy do before his ceremony?
He often gets called up to read from the Torah in front of the synagogue congregation. Really, though, becoming Bar Mitzvah happens regardless of what one does. It simply means becoming an adult and becoming responsible for one's actions. A Jewish boy becomes Bar Mitzvah when he turns 13.
When was Ben Stiller's bar mitzvah?
Boys become Bar Mitzvah at the age of 13, so we can assume that Ben had his ceremony in either 1978 or 1979 as he was born on the 30th of November 1965.
What is the meaning of 'Bar Mitzvah?
Bar means son in Hebrew. Mitzvah means commandment. Noun pairs such as this usually have an implied of between the nouns, so bar mitzvah means literally a son of a commandment. So much for the literal. Culturally, the term is used to identify the point in the life of a son when that son takes on adult responsibility for his own actions. (The corresponding term for a girl is a bat mitzvah). This is considered a big thing. Pre bar mitzvah, the parents are responsible. Post bar mitzvah, the son is responsible. With responsibility comes the ability to lead communal prayers and be counted toward the quorum of 10 required to hold a communal worship service, so it's traditional to celebrate.
Why is a bar or bat mitzvah special to judaism?
Bar is Aramaic for 'son'. Bat is Hebrew for 'daughter'. When a boy turns 13 and a girl turns 12, they are considered adults in the eyes of Judaism. This means that they are now responsible for taking on the religious responsibilities of adult Jews - fasting, being counted for community prayers, etc.
Why do bar mitzvah's have to be so costly?
They don't. The actual ceremony price can be determined by your synagogue of choice. I believe Chabad will provide free ceremonies, but you will probably have to donate. The party aspect of the Bar Mitzvah is unnecessary however.
