are jewish boys circumsized ? my best friend said they are because of their religion ? i dont know im just wondering because i have a jewish friend and it would be akward to ask him lol
2007-12-09 05:49:15 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
Yes, when they are 8 days old, health permitting.
The circumcision, called a "bris" or more formerly, "bris milah" is done by most Jews, even if they are not particularly religious.
2007-12-09 14:51:42 · answer #1 · answered by BMCR 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is part of the religion for boys to be circumcised on the eighth day of their life. It doesn't mean all are, especially in this day and age, but most still are.
I assume you're from the UK or something, which is why you'd find it strange. Most people on here are America, where cicumcision is normal practice.
2007-12-09 13:53:55 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Some are its a happens at a religious ceremony called the briss. I guess it all depends on how into their parents are when it comes to the religion.
2007-12-09 13:52:04 · answer #3 · answered by Rick F 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I say ask him and just say "no offence but ive been wondering for months"
2007-12-09 13:51:46 · answer #4 · answered by xxxrub3nxxx 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What is the problem if they are? It is healthy for everyone to be circumcised.
2007-12-09 13:57:32 · answer #5 · answered by JTB 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Here you go...
76% of males are.
2007-12-09 13:54:08 · answer #6 · answered by hazzone111 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well actualy most men are circumcized belive it or not
2007-12-09 13:51:32 · answer #7 · answered by acidrain! 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
yeah, its true
2007-12-09 13:52:17 · answer #8 · answered by BIGfrank 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
l;;;;
2007-12-09 13:52:55 · answer #9 · answered by sum1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋