According to Jewish law, before children reach a certain age, the parents are responsible for their child's actions. Once Jewish children reach that age, they are said to "become" b'nai mitzvah, …

A bar mitzvah is a Jewish coming-of-age ceremony for boys at age 13, marking their transition to adulthood. It includes putting on tefillin and other religious practices.

A bar or bat mitzvah is a religious ceremony in Judaism that marks the coming of age of a boy (bar mitzvah) or, in some congregations, a girl (bat mitzvah), upon reaching the age of 13 for …

Aug 30, 2024 · The “Bar Mitzvah” ceremony marks the point at which a boy is considered to be responsible for his own actions and is obligated to observe the commandments (mitzvot) of …

Whether you are preparing for your own bar mitzvah or arranging a bar mitzvah for your son or someone else, this site is for you. We intend to be the most comprehensive online resource for …

Jun 2, 2025 · Coming of age for a Jew, which happens automatically at age 13 for a boy and 12 for a girl, is termed bar and bat mitzvah, that is, obligated to perform the Jewish mitzvot …

The bar mitzvah ceremony celebrates a Jewish boy’s 13th birthday (on the Hebrew calendar) and his elevation to adult status in Judaism.

“Bar/bat mitzvah” literally means “son/daughter of the commandments.” The celebration of a bar/bat mitzvah signifies that the young man or woman is beginning and will continue to …

Bar mitzvah means “son of the commandment,” and is a celebration held to help a young man pass become an adult who is obligated to observe the mitzvah. While bar mitzvahs as most …

Bar/Bat Mitzvah means to become educated, and to strengthen one's Jewish pride through knowledge and understanding. It means to grow Jewishly, one step at a time.