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GCSE Religious Studies · key term
Literally ‘daughter of worth’: a coming-of-age celebration used in some Orthodox communities to recognise a girl’s religious maturity, usually at 12.
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Paper 3
Revise: Brit Milah and Coming-of-Age CeremoniesSome Orthodox communities use a Bat Chayil, meaning ‘daughter of worth’, celebration. This is often held at home, in a school hall or in a community venue. The girl may give a talk about Jewish teaching or a woman from Jewish history, recite a prayer, or take part in songs and presentations.
Avoid saying that Orthodox girls never celebrate becoming Bat Mitzvah. Ceremonies vary, and Bat Chayil is one Orthodox form of celebration.
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