Jewish Lifecycles I: Brit Mila
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A baby is born, healthy and new.
Mazal Tov! It's a boy! In 8 days a brit, so much to do.
The air is filled with joy and preparation,
As into the covenant we welcome the next generation.

Family and friends gather around in joy; the child partakes in his first mitzvah, at eight days old, and the father and mohel usher him into the covenant.

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Rebecca Kowalsky, who made aliyah with her husband in 1985, is a photographer and mother of six. You can see more of her work on her site www.ImagesThroughTime.com, and contact her at 054-593-2049 or photos@ImagesThroughTime.com.