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bar mitzvah
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bar mitz·vah or bar miz·vah  (bär mtsv)
n.
1. A 13-year-old Jewish boy, considered an adult and responsible for his moral and religious duties.
2. The ceremony that initiates and recognizes a boy as a bar mitzvah.
tr.v. bar mitz·vahed, bar mitz·vah·ing, bar mitz·vahs
To confirm in the ceremony of bar mitzvah.

[Hebrew bar mi : Aramaic bar, son; see bn in Semitic roots + Hebrew mi, commandment; see mitzvah.]

bar mitzvah Judaism
Noun
a ceremony marking the 13th birthday of a boy and his assumption of religious obligations
Adjective
(of a Jewish boy) having undergone this ceremony [Hebrew: son of the law]
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Noun1.bar mitzvahbar mitzvah - (Judaism) an initiation ceremony marking the 13th birthday of a Jewish boy and signifying the beginning of religious responsibility; "a bar mitzvah is an important social event"
Judaism - the monotheistic religion of the Jews having its spiritual and ethical principles embodied chiefly in the Torah and in the Talmud
induction, initiation, installation - a formal entry into an organization or position or office; "his initiation into the club"; "he was ordered to report for induction into the army"; "he gave a speech as part of his installation into the hall of fame"
Verb1.bar mitzvah - confirm in the bar mitzvah ceremony, of boys in the Jewish faith
covenant - enter into a covenant

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A glossary of Hebrew terms referenced by the text facilitates comprehension of the simple narrative about preparing kosher meals, learning about the Torah, celebrating occasions such as bar mitzvahs, and other activities that celebrate faith in Hashem (G-d) and bring happiness to Hashem and the family.
The University of Maryland's Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center, which opened last April next to the football stadium, has become a popular venue for alumni wedding receptions, birthday parties, bar mitzvahs, and professional events.
Six years ago, Edmiston drew ire over plans to open Streisand's donated estate to visitors with reservations free of charge and to expand use of the facilities to include renting its meadows and gardens for high-priced weddings, bar mitzvahs, conferences and garden tours.
 
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