Historical origin
When did the bat mitzvah come around?
thirteenth century
The aliyah
how should guests dress?
modestly
What language is in the Torah being read?
Hebrew
what did reform judaism replace the bat mitzvah with in the 1800s?
confermation of boys and girls
Who might the individual receive blessings from?
Family and Friends
what number in multiples should you gift in cash?
18
How long do you prepare for your torah reading
when did reform congregations bring bat mitzvahs back?
20th century
Torah reading, blessings, and prayers
How should you congragulate the individual?
by saying "mazel tov"
What is the speech about that you need to write in preparation for your bat mitzvah?
d’var torah - speech that everyone gives and it explains your torah portion is about and what you plan on doing in the future in your becoming of adulthood in judaism
What religious items can you gift?
sabbath candlesticks, menorah, educational books