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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 salutation should be used on a card for bah mitzva?

The most appropriate would be "Mazol Tov" which means congratulations in Hebrew. Also, I should point out that the term is Bar Mitzvah or Bat Mitzvah (Bar for a boy, bat for a girl).

What are the Hebrew letters on the top right of a bar mitzvah invitation?

It depends on the invitation, but it might be ב״ה which is an abbreviation that means "with God's help".

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How many people go to a bar mitzvah?

The minimum number of people required for any public prayer service is 10, but there is no maximum. Any number of people can go to a bar Mitzvah.

What role does the father play in a bar mitzvah ceremony?

The "Bar Mitzvah" is the Jewish young man at the time of his 13th birthday,

not a ceremony. This occasion in the young man's life may or may not be

marked by his first participation in the standard synagogue service. If it

is so marked, then the historic and cultural reason for acknowledging it is

that it's a time of joy for his parents and the Jewish community. As such,

both the boy and his father may well be honored with standard functions

in the course of the standard service. If they're not familiar with the standard

synagogue service on account of their prior disinterest and rare attendance,

then all manner of impromptu, glitzy ceremonial maneuvers may be improvised.

The only standard, traditional, unique moment prescribed for the father of the

Bar Mitzvah during the standard synagogue service is a blessing comprised of

eight Hebrew words, often compressed into four if the eight are an unfamiliar

burden, in which the father expresses his gratitude and relief that he is no longer

responsible for the cultural and religious misbehavior of the Bar Mitzvah.

Bar mitzvah invite says wear jeans?

The bar mitzvah you refer to is probably not actually THE bar mitzvah.

That is a ceremony during the service held in the synagogue on a Shabbat (Saturday) morning when best clothes should be worn.

You are probably referring to the party celebrating this bar mitzvah. Then, there are no rules - if the invitation says "jeans" then jeans it is.

Is bar-mitzvah compulsory for Jews?

The Bar Mitzva ceremony is a custom of hundreds of years and a major milestone in a Jewish boy's life and should be kept. However, it isn't compulsory. It's meant to mark the fact that the boy is now an adult in terms of Judaism. His being a Jewish adult is the case whether or not an actual ceremony is held.

What to wear on head at bar mitzvah?

You won't need to bring anything; but it is true that at most synagogues, men cover their head during services. When you arrive for the ceremony, they will give you (if you are male) a small hat to wear. It is called a yarmulka (Yiddish) or a kippah (Hebrew). If you are female, it is generally the custom that women are not expected to cover their head the way men do; but in many Reform and some Conservative synagogues, women are given the option to do so. If you are only attending the party and will not be in the synagogue, dress comfortably but the way you would dress for a nice event like someone's graduation.

Who do you go to for a bar mitzvah slideshow?

You can ask a photographer or make it yourself using Word powerpoint. You can search Factoidz for "bar mitzvah" for more ways of making a bar mitzvah celebration special.

What is the meaning of the bar mitzvah candle lighting ceremony?

a bar mitzvah is the celebration of a Jewish boy becoming a man. there for he lights candle's to show that. p.s im not Jewish my friend is.

Is bar mitzvah more important than a birthday?

Yes, it is when a Jewish boy takes on the religious responsibilities of an adult.

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Can Bar and Bat Mitzvahs be held on Friday night?

Shabbat morning is customary, because the Torah is read at that time, and because more people come to the synagogue.

Do you have to be Bar or Bat Mitzvahed before being allowed to read from the Torah?

-- The "leader" of any part of a public synagogue service must be an adult. That includes the

Torah reading. A "minor" can certainly study Torah reading, receive instruction in the procedure

and practice it, but doesn't perform it in the formal service.

-- The point in time when a Jewish person passes into adulthood is at the age of 13 for boys,

and at the age of 12 for girls.

-- "Bar Mitzvah" is not an occasion, it's not a holiday, it's not a party, and it's definitely not

something that's done to you.

The "Bar Mitzvah" is the person. It's the person who has turned 13, is now responsible for his

own ethical and religious behavior, and is now considered an adult in Jewish law. Even if nobody

is aware of it, when the person turns 13, he is a Bar Mitzvah, and he is a Jewish man. There are

many new responsibilities, and also many new roles he may perform if he has the talent and feels

like developing the ability ... including leading a synagogue service or reading the Torah.

What does a rabbi do during a bar mitzvah?

That depends on where the wedding takes place.

-- In classical, Judaic, Rabbinic law, no Rabbi or official of any kind is needed in

order to make a marriage 'official'. Nobody 'marries' the couple. They marry

themselves and each other, by mutual consent and a series of agreements and

actions, that we don't need to go into just now.

-- However, in most modern countries, the presence of a state-certified official is

required to order to create an official marriage that is recognized by the state. In

the US, these vary by State, but typically include judges, JPs, clergy, the captain

of the ship outside of territorial waters, etc.

At a modern-day Jewish wedding, the Rabbi is there to "officiate" as the agent of

the state. From the Jewish point of view, the Rabbi is there in his typical role ...

as expert in Jewish law and as teacher. He 'conducts' the ceremony, much as a

'master of ceremonies' might, observing each detail of the procedure to assure

that the process of marriage is conducted as Jewish law requires, and that the

validity of this marriage cannot be disputed in the future on religious grounds.

Finally, as teacher, he may be called upon to speak a message for the couple, of

inspiration, attachment to tradition and heritage, and the hope of the community

for their success in their new relationship and their new life in the house of Israel.

The Rabbi does not "pronounce" anyone "Man and Wife". He monitors the process,

in order to guarantee that they become man and wife to each other, in accordance

with the strict application of Jewish law.

What is the customary order of Aliyahs at a Bar Mitzvah?

In all the Bar and Bat Mitzvahs I have every attended, there has only been one aliyah which is carried out by the boy or girl whose Bar/Bat Mitzvah it is.

Aliyah means "to rise," and is a name used when somebody is called up to read from the Torah. However, the Bar/Bat Mitzvah is commonly followed by a celebratory meal during which speeches may be given - in Hebrew, Yiddish and/or English depending on the family - both by and in honour of the Bar/Bat Mitzvah boy/girl. These might be mistaken for further aliyot which is, I suspect, why you ask what the order of aliyot is.

In saying that, customs and traditions vary widely between different Jewish communties and families. Does anybody know if a Bar/Bat Mitzvah can have several aliyot?

What is a good gift for bnai mitzvah?

Something that can represent adulthood and responsibility:

a book, tickets to a live concert/show, a trip, money, etc.

What is an acceptable amount to spend on a bar mitzvah present?

There is no standard, but money given at Jewish events is usually in multiples of 18.

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 a Jewish barmitsvah?

"Bar Mitzvah" is when a Jewish boy turns 13 and has a celebration to become a full-fledged member of the Jewish Community.

Do parents go to Bar Mitzvahs?

Absolutely! Bar Mitzvahs are FAMILY events.