A Jewish Ceremony for Newborn Girls

A Jewish Ceremony for Newborn Girls
Author: Sharon R. Siegel
Publisher: Brandeis University Press
Total Pages: 311
Release: 2014-02-04
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 161168417X

Formulates a framework for the development of Jewish rituals for newborn girls


Celebrating Your New Jewish Daughter

Celebrating Your New Jewish Daughter
Author: Debra Nussbaum Cohen
Publisher: Jewish Lights Publishing
Total Pages: 273
Release: 2001
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1580230903

An indispensable "how-to" guide for creating lasting memories and special ceremonies as you welcome your new Jewish daughter. When a son is born, every Jewish parent knows what ceremony will welcome him into the community and signal his part in the Jewish people--the brit milah. What to do when a girl is born? How can you welcome your new daughter in a truly Jewish way, and celebrate your joy with family and friends? In the past, parents who wanted a simchat bat (celebration of a daughter) ceremony for their new daughter often had to start from scratch. Finally, this first-of-its-kind book gives families everything they need to plan the celebration. History & Tradition--The roots of simchat bat in Jewish tradition, how it has evolved and how the past can be used to bring today's dynamic ceremonies to life. A How-to Guide--New and traditional ceremonies, complete with prayers, rituals, handouts to copy and step-by-step instructions for creating your own unique ceremony. Planning the Details--What to call your daughter's welcoming ceremony, when and where to have it, setting it up, how long it should be, how to handle the unexpected, how to prepare a program guide and more. Ideas & Information--Practical guidelines for planning the event, and special suggestions and resources for families of all constellations.


The Jewish Pregnancy Book

The Jewish Pregnancy Book
Author: Sandy Falk
Publisher: Jewish Lights Publishing
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2004
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1580231780

In addition to information on medical issues, this book features ancient and modern prayers and rituals for each stage of pregnancy, as well as traditional Jewish wisdom on pregnancy.


A Song for My Sister

A Song for My Sister
Author: Lesley Simpson
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 33
Release: 2012-06-26
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0375980040

WAAAAA! When Mira's wish for a sister at long last comes true, she's thrilled—but the new baby isn't exactly what she expected. Who knew someone so little could make so much noise! No matter what Mira or her parents do to soothe or amuse her, the baby's reaction is . . . WAAAAA! On the day of her simchat bat, her Jewish naming ceremony, the baby cries--as usual! That is, until Mira steps close to offer her own special gift and the inspiration for her parents' choice of the perfect name. Lesley Simpson's tale of a family adjusting to a welcome change is sweet and sassy and very funny. It's a universal story about families and siblings, as well as a glimpse into a lovely Jewish ritual for welcoming baby girls to the family and the community.


So You Want to Make a Bris

So You Want to Make a Bris
Author: Henry Michael Lerner, M.D.
Publisher: Outskirts Press
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2020-11-11
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1977231829

Years ago when most Jews lived in fairly close communities and were more observant of religious rituals, couples having a baby found it easy to get information about having a bris if the baby was a boy. Now with many young Jewish couples living far from their parents and home communities and having less knowledge about and observance of Jewish customs, such information is not as readily available. That is why this book has been written. Its goal is to provide clear, accurate information about all aspects of the modern bris ceremony. The information in this book will help couples 1) make decisions about having a bris, 2) choose a mohel, and 3) understand the medical and religious aspects of this significant family event.


Foundations of Sephardic Spirituality

Foundations of Sephardic Spirituality
Author: Rabbi Marc D. Angel, PhD
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2011-09-26
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1580235166

Who were the Sephardic Jews of the Ottoman Empire? What lasting lessons does their spiritual life provide for future generations? “How did the Judeo-Spanish-speaking Jews of the Ottoman Empire manage to achieve spiritual triumph? To answer this question, we need to have a firm understanding of their historical experience.... We need to be aware of the dark, unpleasant elements in their environments; but we also need to see the spiritual, cultural light in their dwellings that imbued their lives with meaning and honor.” —from Chapter 1, “The Inner Life of the Sephardim” In this groundbreaking work, Rabbi Marc Angel explores the teachings, values, attitudes, and cultural patterns that characterized Judeo-Spanish life over the generations and how the Sephardim maintained a strong sense of pride and dignity, even when they lived in difficult political, economic, and social conditions. Along with presenting the historical framework and folklore of Jewish life in the Ottoman Empire, Rabbi Angel focuses on what you can learn from the Sephardic sages and from their folk wisdom that can help you live a stronger, deeper spiritual life.


The Wonder of Becoming You

The Wonder of Becoming You
Author: Miriam Grossman
Publisher: Feldheim Publishers
Total Pages: 88
Release: 1988
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780873064385

A sensitive explanation of the body's changes and how Jewish tradition views related matters, such as modesty.


Inventing Jewish Ritual

Inventing Jewish Ritual
Author: Vanessa L. Ochs
Publisher: Jewish Publication Society
Total Pages: 289
Release: 2010-01-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0827611188

A celebration of innovation and creativity in Jewish ritual


Baby's Bris

Baby's Bris
Author: Susan Wilkowski
Publisher: Kar-Ben Publishing
Total Pages: 44
Release: 1999-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9781580130523

Sophie becomes a big sister and, during the first eight days of her brother's life, learns about the custom of bris (circumcision) and celebrates the event with her family and new brother Ben.