Brit Milah
Welcoming a baby boy into the covenant of Abraham.
The brit milah, the covenant of circumcision, is the first mitzvah given to Abraham and the Jewish people, and one of the oldest and most cherished traditions we have. Through it, a baby boy enters the covenant between G-d and the Jewish people, a bond carried from generation to generation for nearly four thousand years.
It is a day of great joy for the whole family. Our rabbis are here to guide parents through every step, so that you can focus on the celebration.
What to Know
Performed on the eighth day after birth, even on Shabbat or a holiday, unless the baby's health requires a delay
Carried out by a trained and certified mohel
The baby boy receives his Hebrew name at the brit
Followed by a seudat mitzvah, a festive meal with family and friends
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