Is Skipping Ritual Circumcision a Bad Idea?
The circumcision ritual has stood the test of time for thousands of years. With its divine symbolism, the circumcision ritual represents the most sacred of covenants between God and the newborn baby and the latter’s first step into the Jewish community....
Why Does Rabbi Rappaport Prefer the Mogen Clamp over the Gomco Clamp and Plastibell?
The sacred day of your son’s Bris Milah is quickly approaching! Naturally, as a concerned parent, you want to make sure that everything about your son’s circumcision procedure, from the ceremony to the actual procedure and recovery, goes by the books. But...
Rabbi Rappaport Knows the Best Jewish Names for Girls!
Every single culture celebrates the arrival of a new soul in this world. For the parents, the indescribable joy of welcoming a new family member leads to some form of celebration, especially in a religious context. For the Jewish community, the addition of a new...
What to Look For in a Mohel!
Parents are always looking to do what’s best for their newborn babies. Whether it’s baby-proofing the house or picking out the most baby-friendly toys, safety is the word in all of your choices. And the same applies to choosing a mohel, a person who is...
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