Bar Mitzvah Speeches

What are Some Great Bar Mitzvah Dance Songs?

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 03:54:34 -0500

Some examples of classic dance songs appropriate for a bar mitzvah include: 'Let's Hear it for the Boy,' 'Twist and Shout,' 'The Safety Dance,' 'I'm So Excited' and 'Born to be Wild.' Then there are all the newer songs, by artists like Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, Fall Out Boy, Ciara, Jay-Z and all the other artists who have made a name for themselves in the past several years. You might not know very much about teen music these days, but your DJ definitely should! Tags: Bar Mitzvah Dance Songs

What to Expect from Bar Mitzvah Lessons

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 03:54:34 -0500

If you are the parent of a boy preparing for his bar mitzvah, you may want to consider bar mitzvah lessons for him. The sooner you arrange for such lessons, the better. Many parents send their sons to classes as far ahead as one year. The classes not only prepare a boy for the chanting that will be done at the actual event but also prepare him for life as a Jewish adult. This is very important because the bar mitzvah is a celebration of the transition from boy to man, at least in the Jewish community. After the age of 13, a Jewish male becomes spiritually and morally accountable for their actions. Before a Jewish male is 13, his parents are held spiritually and morally accountable. You can see why this day is so important. This is why so many parents do spring for clas... Tags: Bar Mitzvah Lessons

What You Should Know About Bar Mitzvah Speeches for Parents

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 03:54:34 -0500

One important part of the parents blessing is giving thanks to God for having the opportunity and being able to have reached this important milestone. Another part of the blessing is the expression of pride for one's child. Then there is the petitioning of God to keep and guide the young man celebrating the bar mitzvah. Some people like to put in a few anecdotes to give their speech a personalized touch. Others enjoy interjecting a bit of humor into their speech. Whether you want to keep it short and sweet or make your parents speech a bit longer, the important thing is to say what you want and need to say without going on too long. Tags: Bar Mitzvah Speeches For Parents

Shopping for Bar Mitzvah Dancing Socks and Other Accessories

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 03:54:34 -0500

Because dancing is such a popular bar mitzvah event, bar mitzvah socks are popular party favors. These socks prevent feet from picking up splinters. These socks usually come in packs of one dozen and are most often black or white. They also often have a celebratory message such as Happy Bar Mitzvah printed on them. You might be wondering about the other things you'll need purchase to prepare for your son's bar mitzvah. One thing you'll need is party favors. Tags: Bar Mitzvah Dancing Socks

The Basics of Bar Mitzvah Curriculum

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 03:54:34 -0500

Bar mitzvah study also helps the young man prepare for the customary speech, which is used to accept responsibility, give thanks and express spiritual ideas. The speech should draw on Judaism and the significance of the event but should also be personalized for the young man giving it. Most young men get help from a trusted religious leader or family member when writing their speech. It is also customary for the father to give a speech as well. Tags: Bar Mitzvah Curriculum