Bas Mitzvah Invitation Wording Guide
Bas Mitzvah invitation wording includes the girl's Hebrew and English name, parents' names, date, time, location, and whether there will be a Kiddush, meal, or program. Traditional communities use Hebrew and English, Chassidish communities use Yiddish, and the wording should reflect the girl's milestone of reaching age twelve and becoming obligated in the mitzvos.
A Bas Mitzvah invitation announces the milestone when a Jewish girl turns twelve and becomes obligated in the mitzvos. Getting the wording right sets the tone for this meaningful celebration. Here's your complete guide.
What to Include on a Bas Mitzvah Invitation
Wording Examples by Style
Traditional (Hebrew + English)
"בשעה טובה ומוצלחת — With great joy, we invite you to celebrate the Bas Mitzvah of our daughter [Name] on [Date] at [Time]. [Location]. Please join us for a Kiddush following davening."
Modern Orthodox
"Mr. & Mrs. [Name] joyfully invite you to the Bas Mitzvah celebration of their daughter [Name]. [Day], [Date] at [Time]. [Venue]. Reception to follow."
Chassidish / Yiddish
"מיר לאדן אייך בשמחה רבה צו דעם בת מצוה פון אונזער טאכטער [שם] תחי'. [Date] ביי [Time] אין [Location]."
Sephardic
"בשעה טובה — The [Family] family joyfully invites you to the Bas Mitzvah of our daughter [Name]. [Date] at [Time]. [Location]. Seudah to follow."
Should I Mention the Program?
If your daughter is giving a dvar Torah, completing a siyum, or there is a specific program, mention it on the invitation. This helps guests know what to expect and makes the invitation more meaningful.
Example:
"Mr. & Mrs. [Name] invite you to the Bas Mitzvah of their daughter [Name], who will be giving a dvar Torah. [Date] at [Time]. [Shul]. Kiddush to follow."
Bas Mitzvah vs. Bar Mitzvah Wording
The wording for a Bas Mitzvah is similar to a Bar Mitzvah, but there are differences:
Including the Hebrew Date
In traditional communities, including the Hebrew date is standard:
[Day of week], [Hebrew date] / [Secular date]
For example: Sunday, כ"ט אלול תשפ"ו / September 21, 2026
Common Mistakes to Avoid
1. Forgetting to mention the type of celebration — guests need to know if it's a Kiddush, meal, or party
2. Not including the Hebrew date — traditional communities expect it
3. Making it too formal for a casual gathering — match the wording to the event
4. Leaving out the full address — especially for out-of-town guests
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