The thought of a circumcision may not evoke pleasant thoughts, but for thousands of years, this ritual has been observed by Jews all over the world.  Eight days after the birth of a boy, he is circumcised during a religious ceremony by a man called a Mohel/Moil.  Many times the ceremony is held in the synagogue, but it may also be held at the home of the child's parents.  It is not traditional to bring gifts, since this is a purely religious occasion.  However, modern conservative and reform groups have been giving gifts to the parents or child for this occasion.

Gifts Ideas For a Bris / Brit:

• Baby Tallis

• Baby Yarmukah

• Kiddush Cup

• Treasury Bond

• Baby toy (a small token)

• Baby clothing (only one article of clothing or one outfit)

• Fruit Basket (there was a traditional Feast of Fruits held the Friday evening before the day of the Bris)

Welcome Baby Gift Basket

Dish Garden in Musical Planter for Baby

Baby and All Gift Basket

Bouquet for Baby Boy with Frame

BABY SILVER TRIO

The Jewish Children's Bible Gift Set

NEW BABY BOUQUET-GENERAL

THINGS REMEMBERED(R) BABY GIFT SET

New Baby Basket & Bear

LENOX(R) CHINA TREASURES(TM) BABY SENTIMENT BOX

• Baby Gifts

• New Baby Gifts

GIFT SUGGESTIONS FROM THE GiftWarehousePlus.com ONLINE GIFT STORE

Planning a Brit Malah (MyJewishLearning.com): Information about a Bris and what you need to do to have a successful one.

Traditions & Rituals - Bris/Brit Milah (Ohavi Zedek): Information on the Bris and its rituals.

Circumcision Information and Resource Page (official): Information and links about circumcision.