What is a Barmitzvah?
Walk Like A Man ‘Five is the age for starting to study scripture, ten for Mishnah, thirteen is the age for observing the commandments.’ (Ethics of the Fathers 5:21)
Overview
Thirteen is a lucky number. Becoming a ‘Barmitzvah’ (son of the commandments) is the most significant milestone in a young boy’s life and marks his official passage from childhood to adulthood.
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As one chapter in life ends, another begins. The Barmitzvah ceremony highlights a Jewish boy’s joyous journey into manhood.
Sedra / Haftora
Make sure you know which Sedra and Haftorah you’re reading at your Barmitzvah ceremony.
