British Initiation Society (BRIS)
The Initiation Society is the oldest Anglo-Jewish organisation. Founded in 1745, it exists to ensure the highest medical and religious standards for Bris Milah (Jewish circumcision) are adhered to by our Mohelim (practitioners).
History
Mus maiostiis doluptatecab il incia dolupture con prae que nulluptae plit omniendusa as cust liciiss equidelecum et odioruntem doluptaturis consequ nonecta ernat.
Mitzvah
Mus maiostiis doluptatecab il incia dolupture con prae que nulluptae plit omniendusa as cust liciiss equidelecum et odioruntem doluptaturis consequ nonecta ernat.
Practice
Mus maiostiis doluptatecab il incia dolupture con prae que nulluptae plit omniendusa as cust liciiss equidelecum et odioruntem doluptaturis consequ nonecta ernat.
Train
Mus maiostiis doluptatecab il incia dolupture con prae que
Regulate
Mus maiostiis doluptatecab il incia dolupture con prae que
Support
Mus maiostiis doluptatecab il incia dolupture con prae que
Develop
Mus maiostiis doluptatecab il incia dolupture con prae que
Ensure
Mus maiostiis doluptatecab il incia dolupture con prae que
“My first born was a boy and I had no idea what to expect. The Mohel explained everything to me and made me feel calm at what was a very emotional time.”
Vanessa / Birmingham
Bris Milah is a Mitzvah (Biblical Commandment) that is an affirmation of Abraham’s ancient covenant with God and an expression of hope in
a future redemption.
The Torah teaches us that a Bris Milah is a reminder that just as we perfect our physical being through the act of circumcision, we must strive also strive to perfect our soul. A Bris is a celebration of the birth of your son and of the continuing endurance of the Jewish people and our unique heritage.
Title with text only
Make sure to prepare a Hebrew name prior to the Bris. Tradition dictates that the name of the child is of the utmost importance and contains defining spiritual characteristics which will influence the personality of the child. It is customary, although certainly not obligatory to name a child in one of these three contexts.
After a relative. Sephardic communities have the custom of naming the child after a living grandparent, whereas Ashkenazic communities name only after the deceased. After an historical event. For example, one who witnessed the helping hand of God may choose the name Eliezer (my God has aided me), a refugee fleeing a country and finding a new home may call a child Noach (rest). In relation to a Jewish Holiday, for example Mordechai at Purim or Rachamim at Yom Kippur. Your Mohel or Rabbi will be happy to advise if you want appropriate suggestions.
The ceremony and the making
The Bris Milah ceremony has two parts: The circumcision itself, and the naming ceremony.
There are a wealth of different customs surrounding a Bris Milah, many of which are unique to different communities or families. If you are unsure of your custom, then please ask the Mohel or your local Rabbi beforehand and they will be happy to discuss the matter with you.
It is customary to honour family and friends to participate at various parts of the Bris ceremony. A description of some of these honours are as follows;
Kvatter/Kvatterin
These carry the baby from the mother to the Bris and return him afterwards. This honour is often designated to a couple who are not yet blessed with children.
Kisei Shel Eliyahu
Sandek
Sandek Me’umad
Se’udas Mitzvah
Kvatter/Kvatterin
These carry the baby from the mother to the Bris and return him afterwards. This honour is often designated to a couple who are not yet blessed with children.
Kisei Shel Eliyahu
Sandek
Sandek Me’umad
Se’udas Mitzvah
Contact Form
Alternatively, you can call us: 0208 050 8938
Find us at
Chancellors House,
3 Brampton Lane,
London NW4 4AB