A barmitzvah (often spelled "bar mitzvah") is a Jewish coming-of-age ceremony for boys, typically celebrated when they turn 13. It marks the point at which a boy is considered old enough to take on religious responsibilities and participate fully in Jewish community life. The event usually involves a religious service where the boy reads from the Torah, followed by a celebration with family and friends. The female counterpart is called a bat mitzvah, celebrated when girls turn 12.