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Jewish Bris Circumcision | Brit Milah

All You Need To Know About The Jewish Bris Milah | Brit Milah

Bris Milah - ברית מילה

The Jewish Bris Milah (Hebrew: בְּרִית מִילָה‎, Ashkenazi pronunciation [bris mila]), which some pronounce Brit Milah "covenant of circumcision"; is a significant religious ceremony. It involves the circumcision of male infants when they are eight days old, performed by a mohel.  Following the Bris Milah, a joyous celebratory meal, known as seudat mitzvah, is shared among the participants.  

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Typically, the Bris Milah takes place in a warm and sterile environment, such as the home, synagogue, or catering hall. These settings create a naturally relaxing and safe atmosphere for this special observance.

 

Jewish Bris Milah | Rabbi Nechemia Markovits | USA Mohel

Rabbi Markovits, a dedicated Mohel practitioner, focuses on upholding tradition while ensuring that families feel at ease during the ceremony. With Rabbi Markovits, the actual circumcision procedure is completed swiftly, usually taking only 10 to 30 seconds. This approach minimizes trauma for the infant, reduces potential side effects, and promotes a shorter recovery period for the baby. The procedure is carried out with great precision, eliminating the need for injections. Throughout the entire process, both the baby and the family receive compassionate care and support.

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The Bris Milah holds deep symbolic meaning as it affirms the ancient covenant between Abraham and God, while also representing hope for future redemption. According to the teachings of the Torah, the bris milah serves as a reminder that just as we perfect our physical being through circumcision, we must also strive to perfect our soul.

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In the Jewish community, a bris is a joyous Simcha, a celebration that marks the birth of a son and signifies the enduring nature of the Jewish people.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE BRIS CEREMONY

THE BRIS CEREMONY HAS TWO PARTS: THE CIRCUMCISION AND THE NAMING...

THE BRIS MILAH OF A HEALTHY BABY IS ALWAYS DONE ON THE 8TH-DAY FROM THE BABY'S BIRTH...

A BRIS MAY NOT BE PERFORMED ON AN ILL CHILD UNTIL HE IS FULLY RECOVERED...

LIST OF HONOREES AT THE BRIS WHAT THEY DO, WHO IS SELECTED FOR THE HONOR...

ELIJAH THE PROPHET, ACCORDING TO JEWISH TRADITION, ATTENDS ALL CIRCUMCISIONS...

WE DO NOT NAME THE CHILD BEFORE THE BRIS. ONCE BRIS IS FINISHED, JEWISH NAMING CEREMONY TAKES PLACE...

AFTER THE BRIS IS COMPLETED, KOSHER FOOD IS SERVED. THIS MEAL IS CALLED  A SEUDAS MITZVAH...

THE LAWS OF MILAH ARE THE SAME FOR ALL JEWS; SOME CUSTOMS, HOWEVER, VARY BETWEEN COUNTRIES ANS COMMUNITIES...

ANOTHER JEWISH CEREMONY IS THAT OF "PIDYON HABEN". THE TORAH TELLS US THAT ALL FIRSTBORN SONS BELONG TO THE KOHEN...

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