THE COVENANT
Bris / Brit Milah, ritual circumcision, is one of the most fundamental precepts of the Jewish religion. It is referred to in the Torah as The Covenant of Abraham, since our forefather Abraham was the first to receive the commandment concerning circumcision from G-d. "And he that is eight days old shall be circumcised among you, every male throughout your generations" (Genesis 17:12). More than any other Jewish ritual, Brit Milah is an expression of Jewish identity. Its fulfillment symbolizes an affirmation of faith in Abraham's ancient, and still vibrant, covenant with G-d. Through circumcision, parents create with their precious child yet another link in the continuing chain of our People that has proudly survived the challenges to its physical and spiritual existence over thousands of years.
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THE MOHEL
Bris / Brit Milah, ritual circumcision, is one of the most fundamental precepts of the Jewish religion. It is referred to in the Torah as The Covenant of Abraham, since our forefather Abraham was the first to receive the commandment concerning circumcision from G-d. "And he that is eight days old shall be circumcised among you, every male throughout your generations" (Genesis 17:12). More than any other Jewish ritual, Brit Milah is an expression of Jewish identity. Its fulfillment symbolizes an affirmation of faith in Abraham's ancient, and still vibrant, covenant with G-d. Through circumcision, parents create with their precious child yet another link in the continuing chain of our People that has proudly survived the challenges to its physical and spiritual existence over thousands of years.
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THE BABY
The Bris / Brit of a healthy baby is done on the eighth day of life (counting the day of birth). This is so even if the eighth day falls on Shabbat, Yom Kippur or any other Jewish festival. However, in the case of a baby born by Caesarean section, the Brit is not performed on Shabbat or on a festival, but on the day following. Bris / Brit Milah may not be performed before the eighth day or at night. In the event that a baby is not in perfect health - even if not severely ill - the Bris / Brit is delayed until both the doctor and the mohel are in agreement as to the healthy status of the baby. A common example of this situation is newborn jaundice. However, in the case of severe illness, a delay of one week following full recovery is required by Jewish law.
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