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Please have these  Items Ready for the  Bris

Before we discuss what is needed, there is some special terminology that must be defined.
  • The Sandek: The person who has the honor of holding the baby during the circumcision, traditionally a
    grandfather or close relative. The Sandek holds the most honored position at the ceremony.
  • Kippah: A skullcap that Jewish men (and sometimes women) will wear on their head.
  • Tallit (also called a Tallis): A prayer shawl that is traditionally worn over the shoulders.



On to the facts:
  • Consent form signed and dated (downloadable here)
  • A well lit room of sufficient size to accommodate the guests (chapel in your temple or room in your home)
  • Sturdy table, at least card table size
  • Non slippery table cloth
  • Special chair (preferably with arms) to be used as the seat for Elijah
  • Chair for the Sandek
  • Chairs for elderly or disabled guests (it is traditional to stand during the bris)
  • Kippot for the participants
  • Kippot for the guests (optional)
  • Tallis for the Sandek (and any other participants as preferred)
  • Kiddush cup
  • Kosher sweet wine (red is traditional but sweet white wine may be used)
  • Small bowl to put gauze soaked with wine
  • 2 disposable diapers
  • Receiving blanket
  • 1 box of 3"x 3" sterile gauze pads
  • Vaseline (with or without zinc or aloe)
  • Whatever else you may need to care for your child
Other optional items to consider:
  • Pictures of relatives who have departed, especially those whom the baby is named after.
  • Kosher challah
  • Flowers
  • Soft background music (discuss with Dr. Brotman if desired)
  • Camera with empty memory card (or film if you still have it) and fresh batteries
    You may also give your infant ibuprofen or tylenol 20-30 minutes before the ceremony.
For this info as a printable document please click here
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