The term Bar Mitzvah is typically translated as "son of the commandment", and Bat Mitzvah as "daughter of the commandment". In Biblical Hebrew, however, the word "bar" or "bat" could also mean "subject to," e.g., a particular tax, penalty, or obligation; therefore a more accurate translation of the term may actually be "subject to commandment." The plural form term for people of obligation is B'nai Mitzvah, or B'not Mitzvah if all the people are female, though when referring to multiple celebrations, many mistakenly say "Bar" or "Bat Mitzvot."
Jewish law holds parents accountable for their children's misdeeds. And since moms and dads, as of their child's "coming of age," are now no longer liable if their little darling cause damage, steal or lie, it's cause for celebration. It is also a reason to be joyful for the bar mitzvah boy and bat mitzvah girl, who are now at the age when personal responsibility begins. This new accountability is cause for celebration, for both the parents and for the child can now be proud of the new responsibility. More About Bar Mitzvah and Bat Mitzvah
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