Traditionally, a cypress tree was planted when a daughter was born and a cedar for a son. Their branches were woven together to make the wedding canopy.
To recite when the baby is born or at the ceremony
Three categories of verses commonly recited at a naming ceremony
The traditional priestly blessing for a congregation, directed to the newborn
The baby’s feet are washed in a number of ceremonies either as a symbol of covenant or as a symbol of welcome
A meditation for the mikveh invoking God’s healing presence
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