etiquette






 

Question by  brian0622 (32)

What is guest etiquette for attending a bar mitzvah?

 
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Answer by  sonyacarlson (695)

The etiquette is the same for any religious celebration. Be polite, arrive a little early, stay quiet during the ceremony and do what everyone else is doing. You are a guest and you should just smile and have a good time.

 
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Answer by  zegars (61)

The Bar Mitzvah is very important to a Jewish boy; it's when he becomes a man. He reads from the Torah (the Jewish Bible) and leads the congregation in prayer. Remember to be respectful: men should cover their heads and all guests should sit silently and reverently during the service.

 
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Answer by  Olive (1195)

RSVP to the invitation, bring a thoughtful gift-you can ask the parents.If offered, men should wear the kippah ( a small cap)

 
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Answer by  tamkees (3203)

You should provide a gift at the reception that is religious in nature, such as a book about Judaism. The service itself will last anywhere from 90 minutes to 3 hours. You may be asked to wear a head covering in temple, which is usually provided for you.

 
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Answer by  mtown934 (733)

There really is not too much that you'll need to worry about when attending a bar mitzvah. You're definitely going to want to bring a present or some money for the kid who's getting his bar mitzvah and you'll want to dress nice, but besides that just show up and have a good time!

 
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Answer by  Aya (797)

In attending a bar mitzvah, you will want to dress nicely and show up with a gift for the boy, something a little grown up.

 
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Answer by  Mollichella (445)

Guest etiquette would include things like brushing up on your knowledge of the celebration as well as putting the host first and minding your manners.

 
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Answer by  tamkees (3203)

Plan on spending anywhere from 90 minutes to 3 hours at temple, depending on the branch of Judaism and the individual synagogue. Men and women usually wear a head covering, which is often provided by the temple. Bring a gift related to Judaism for the young man.

 
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