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MohelA mohel, or mo'el, is a Jewish ritual circumcisor who performs a brit milah ritual circumcision on the penis of a male who is to enter the Jewish covenant. Biblical origins For Jews this is mandated, as it is prescribed in the Torah: Functions In modern-day Judaism, circumcision is usually performed by a specially trained mohel, a specialist in circumcisions and the rituals surrounding the procedure. Biblically, the infant's father is commanded to perform the circumcision himself. However, as most fathers are not comfortable or do not have the training, they designate a mohel as a delegate. It is customary, that if possible, a mohel will perform his first circumcision on his own son, under the supervision of his own teacher. The Reform and Conservative movements also train and accredit mohelim—they may even be medical doctors. Related topics External links
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