Entering The CovenantAn Anthology of Divrei Torah for Bris Milah and Pidyon Haben Mazel tov! Youre going to a bris. Its a happy event not only for the family and friends, but also for the entire Jewish people, becausethere is no greater symbol of Jewish continuity and eternity than to usher another child into the Covenant of Abraham. Our Sages teach that Jews have always celebrated circumcisions with special joy and this bris will be no exception.