Brit Milah / Circumcision

ברית מילה

ברית מילה is a fundamental mitzvah (commandment) in Judaism that involves the circumcision of a male child on the eighth day after birth, as long as there are no health concerns. It is a physical symbol of the covenant between Hashem and the Jewish people, established with Avraham (Abraham) as described in the Torah (Genesis 17:9-12).

This ritual signifies the Jewish people's eternal bond with Hashem, marking their identity and commitment to their faith and traditions. The ברית מילה is typically performed by a mohel, and it is an important and joyful occasion celebrated by the family and community.

Shiurim in this topic

3594. Rebbe expresses the need for a union of religious doctors.

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