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What are the laws of prayer and Torah reading on the day of a Brit?

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At the morning prayers prior to the Brit, the Tachanun supplication is omitted in the presence of the father, Sandek, or the Mohel, even if the Brit will take place at a different time or location.

If the Brit is held on a day that the Torah is read in the synagogue, we honor the father, the Sandek, and the Mohel with receiving an Aliyah to the Torah.

We consider the position of Sandek more honorable than that of the Mohel, giving the Sandek preference in being called up to the Torah. The position of the Sandek is also considered to be propitious for long life and prosperity.

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Mohel
One who performs ritual circumcisions.
Sandek
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