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A Bat Mitzvah (Bas Mitzvah) is the celebration of a girl turning into
a woman in the Jewish faith. Upon turning the age of thirteen, a
Jewish female undergoes a religious ceremony in their temple in which
friends and family attend. It was traditionally a religious day,
without the fuss that is made over it in modern times. Over the last
few decade, a party after the ceremony has become commonplace (although
less often than a boy's Bar Mitzvah in the U.S., since they may be getting
a large sweet sixteen party in three more years) . The celebrations could
be very small with a little cake and coffee served, to the extravagant,
even costing more than some large weddings. The traditional gift
given was a pen. If there is a reception afterwards, it is
traditional to give money or a treasury bond equal to the amount of what
you think the meal costs. If you would like to give a gift, the gift
should have some religious meaning (e.g., Tallas (if not very religious),
religious charm), or signify the right of passing into manhood (e.g.,
diamond earrings).
Gift Ideas to Give For A Bar Mitzvah:
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An Expensive Fountain Pen
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Money (Cash, Check or Treasury Bond)
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Religious Articles (New Tallas (if given before),
Chai, Hand of Esther or Mezuzah charm)
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Books about the Jewish religion
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Diamond Earrings
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Stock Certificate
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