Circumsision Flashcards
How old are boys when they are circumsised?
8 days
Why are boys circumsised?
It is in the covenant
Who is the kvatter?
The person who carries the baby to the circumsision room and hands him to the person who is honored with placing the baby on Elijah’s chair.
Who is the sandek?
The person holding the baby during the circumsision
Who is the mohel
The specially trained Jewish religious person whomperforms the circumcision
What is the ceremony called?
Brit milah
What is the act of circumsision called?
Brit
What is the chair of Elijah?
The chair that the sandek sits on or is kept empty for Elijah
What happens after the circumsision?
The parents go back to the synagogue and announce his name, give thanks for the baby and give the community a chance to welcome their new member
