In the Jewish culture a bar mitzvah or “coming of age” of a boy or girl is around the age 13. But Temple Bet Knesset Bamidbar, a synagogue that holds services in Sun City Summerlin a community for 55 and over are planning to add a new perspective to this ancient tradition.
On November 1st 2008 at 10am 19 members of the congregation who are 83 years young and older will celebrate their longevity with a second bar mitzvah.
The celebration will take place at Desert Vista Community Center 10360 Sun City Blvd.
In the Jewish tradition if someone reaches the age 70 it is a start of a symbolic new life. Rabbi Hershel Brooks is trying to convey there is much left that can be done with their lives. Getting involved with family and community. He wants them to think ahead and not think they are too old to try new things and to just try it. Have hope for tomorrow.During the celebration the 19 members will recite many of the same prayers and blessing as they did as a teenager. The celebration is expected to bring many family and friends and be a well attended event in the lives of these remarkable seniors.
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