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Bar Mitzvah
When a Jewish boy reaches the age of 13, he will become a Bar Mitzvah. Whoever becomes a Bar Mitzvah should have responsibility for their religious and ethical behavior.
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What do you call a Jewish ceremony for someone turning thirteen?
If youre a boy, your bar Mitzvah!! if youre a girl you do it at 12 and its called a bat Mitzvah! biggest celebration of every Jews life bigger than a wedding
What can you give someone at their bar mitzvah?
It depends on how well you know the person. If they're not very close to you, you can give a check for $18. 18 is the number that stands for chai, or life, in Judaism. If you know them well, you can give money in increments of 18 (36 or 54), or try to find a gift that ties in with their interests.
What are the same about bar Mitzvah and bat Mitzvah?
Amazing! There is a service in the morning for about an hour and a half. There normally is a party after or later that day, sometimes even the next day! (:
What kind of dress should a thirteen year old wear to a bar mitzvah party?
You should wear modest, dark clothing whether you are a boy or a girl. If you are a boy, you should wear a suit; if you are a girl, you should wear something equally formal.
At an Orthodox bar mitzvah, if you are a girl, you will be expected to comply with the Orthodox modesty requirements: collarbone, knees, and elbows covered. If you are a boy, you will be expected to dress in moderately formal clothing, including a kippah and tzitzis.
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Why is a bar mitzvah important to the Jewish community?
Its purpose is for making it official that he has become a man.
Answer:At the age of thirteen, which is when the Bar Mitzva ceremony is held, the young man enters Jewish adulthood and becomes a full member of the adult congregation.He reads a portion of the Torah, or a Haftarah from the Prophets, with the traditional trope (chant). He will have been taught how to do this, as well as some basics about the Torah and mitzvot (Jewish observances).
The importance of this is that it is a major Jewish life-event and hopefully it will impress upon the young man the value and desirability of exploring and experiencing his heritage.
In this age of generation-gaps, rebelliousness and personal upheavals, many people and families could benefit from the wisdom of their ancient forebears. Today, the major Torah-texts and commentaries are available in translation; and there are outreach organizations and beginner yeshivas which serve to make the full breadth of Torah understandable to whoever is interested. In many instances it is the Bar Mitzva ceremony which sparks the beginning of a youngster's becoming a circumspect, courteous, knowledgeable and respectable peer in his Jewish community.
Is there anything special to wear at a bar mitzvah?
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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 synagogue
Be yourself when choosing what to wear to a bar mitzvah or bat mitzvah but with a little more attention to modesty.
What is the name given to the person who leads a Bar Mitvah?
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What is a ceremony that are held for Jewish boys aged twelve to thirteen?
For babies, if they are boys, they have a Bris Milah. For girls they have a Zevad habat.
In Chassidim, boys have their first haircut, which is called an Upsherin. Girls have their first Sabbath Candle lighting.
When boys turn 13, they make their Bar Mitzvah. Girls have Bat Mitzvah, when they are 12.
What new responsibilities does a bar mitzvah get?
The Jewish boys are required to stay in the synagogue for at least 1 day after their bar mitzvah. They are also noticed as an adult in the Jewish religion. at a bat mitzvah, the Jew had to read out of the Torah. it used to be only boys who have a bat mitzvah, esp. in the orthodox branch.
What do you call a bar mitzvah for two boys?
When my twin brothers celebrated their mutual bar mitzvah, the event was generally referred to
as a 'double bar mitzvah'. Of course, that was quite a while ago, way back in 5725. Maybe there's
been a catchy new label invented since then, I don't know.
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You just pluralize bar - bnai mitzvah
What is the Jewish rites of passage?
For newborns: Brit Milah for boys; Zeved Habat for girls;
At age 3 years (In Chassidim) Upsherins for boys; First Shabbat candle lighting for girls.
For Teens; Bar Mitzvah for boys; Bat Mitzvah for girls.
Marriage.
Is barmitzvah only for boys or for boys and girls?
A Jewish boy becomes a bar mitzvah when he turns 13.
A Jewish girl becomes a bat mitzvah when she turns 12.
Not all that surprising when you consider that "bar" is Aramaic for "son",
and "bat" is Hebrew for "daughter".
What special words are spoken at a bar mitzvah?
It could be called a "DVAR TO-rah" ... a 'word of Torah'. It might be called a "DROSH" ... a 'commentary'. I guess you could call it a 'sermon' although I've never heard that. Most often, especially in the US, it's most comonly referred to as a "SPEECH".
How old are you when you celebrate a Bar Mitzvah?
13. This is for a boy.
A bat mitzvah is for a girl, age twelve.
How do Jews prepare for a bar mitzvah?
What happens, is they learn some prayers. This is either the bar or bat mitzvah prayer. They also learn the shema. You do not have to be able to read Hebrew, but it is advisable. They also have to learn part or all of the haphtorah or parachat, and prepare and say a speech on it.
Preparation for a Bar or Bat Mitzvah, apart from the Jewish education the child has already been receiving usually begins 6 to 8 months prior to the day of the event. It can include teaching on various subjects related to Judiasm, Jewish life, Israel and ethics. Around 6 months prior to the date of the Bar or Bat Mitzvah the boy or girl will start to meet weekly with a tutor or teacher to start learning the prayers that are recited at the begining and end of Torah readings and the prayers that are recited at the begining and end of the Haftorah readings. Then they will go on to learn their portion of the Torah reading for that morning as well as the entire Haftorah portion that is assigned to that Torah portion. The student may also go on to learn to recite different portions of the services that are performed on Saturday mornings. This includes Shacharit, the Torah Service and Musaf. The student is also expected to give a Devar Torah or an elucidation or explaination of the Torah portion that has been read.
Often Bar or Bat Mitzvah kids particpate in Mizvah projects which involves doing some sort of social action volunteering.
Why is the Torah important at a bar mitzvah?
Since the bar mitzvah symbolizes the adulthood of the young man who undergoes that ritual, it also means that this person is now old enough to participate in all the normal Jewish rituals such as daily prayers, and so forth. The reading of the Torah is an inauguration of what is hoped to be many more religious rituals to come.
Why does bar or bat mitzvah take place?
The purpose of a Bar Mitzvah is to welcome a boy into the Jewish world of adulthood. The version of a bar mitzvah for a female is a Bat Mitzvah.
AnswerThis question is based on a common misconception as to what a Bar Mitzvah is. Many people think that a Bar Mitzvah is a ceremony, however, that isn't what it actually is. A Bar Mitzvah is actually when a Jewish boy turns 13 years old and he becomes a bar mitzvah (son of the commandments) whether or not there is a ceremony to celebrate this event in his life. When a boy becomes a bar mitzvah, according to halacha (Jewish law), he is now considered old enough to take on the religious responsibilities of a Jewish adult.How do you respond to Bar Mitzvah invitation if the response card is blank?
Assume that the card is left blank so that you may write a brief note expressing your good wishes and congratulations and whether or not you will be attending. Many families are now opting for this more personalized type of RSVP card in lieu of the more formal yes/no cards of yesterday.
What religious people would be invited to a bar mitzvah?
If you are a guest at a bar mitzvah, you don't really do anything except sit with the congregation during the service.
The bar mitzvah boy (or bat mitzvah girl) usually leads and/or takes part in the service, reading from the Torah or at least saying the Torah blessings.
What does the word bar mitzvah mean in English?
A ceremony in Judaism to signify the initiation of a Jewish girl (at the age of 12) into adulthood in Judaism, and shows the beginning of full religious responsibility.
Bat mitzva is for girlsand Bar mitzva is for boys.
Bar Mitzvah (Hebrew: בר מצוה) and Bat Mitzvah (Hebrew: בת מצוה) are Jewish coming of age rituals. Bar "בר" is a Jewish Babylonian Aramaic word meaning son, in Hebrew it's Ben "בן". Bat "בת" is Hebrew for girl, and Mitzvah "מצוה" is a commandment and a law. According to Jewish law, when Jewish boys become 13, they become responsible for their actions and become a Bar Mitzvah (plural: B'nai Mitzvah). The age for girls is 12.
What is the difference between confirmation and a Bar or Bat Mitzvah?
Answer 1
The Bar or Bat-Mitzvah is a coming of age ritual where the young adult reads directly from the Torah scroll and leads the congregation in prayer. The typical age for this is 13.
A confirmation occurs in 10th Grade and is the slightly older young adults' confirming their faith and their Jewish education. In my experience, the confirmation is usually a group event, while the bar/bat mitzvah is more individual (sometimes 2 or 3, but not typically 10-20.)
Answer 2
The Bar Mitzva ceremony is a centuries-old custom. Bat Mitzva and confirmation ceremonies are a recent practice.
Answer 3
The Confirmation and the Bar/Bat Mitzvah are both coming of age rituals, but in different religions. The Confirmation is designed for Catholicism and is the first time that a child will partake of the Eucharist (cracker and wine which are the metaphysical blood and flesh of Christ). The Bar/Bat Mitzvah is designed for Judaism and is the first time that a child will read directly from the Torah (the scroll containing the first five Biblical books).
What are some appropriate gifts to give for a Bar Mitzvah?
You can't go wrong with money. The word life in Hebrew CHAI has the numerical value of 18, therefore people often give bar mitzvah money gifts in multiples of 18 ($18, $36 etc).
If you were just friends with the boy who is even having the bar mitzvah, you could just give him something like an iTunes gift card or something like that. Same thing with a girl who is having a bat mitzvah.
Important:If the synagogue is Conservative or Orthodox, never try to give a monetary gift (this include gift cards as they're the equivalent of cash) at a bar mitzvah. The reason is that Jews do not handle money on Shabbat (the sabbath). In fact, it's not a good idea to bring a gift of any kind to the synagogue. Either drop off the gift at the family's home in advance or wait until the party.