About This Is Bar Mitzvah

Our Mission

Making Jewish heritage, culture, and traditions accessible to everyone — from those taking their first steps into Jewish learning to scholars looking for comprehensive reference material.

Under the Guidance of Rabbi Eliyohu Krumer

Educational Background & Credentials

Rabbi Eliyohu Krumer brings extensive academic and religious credentials to this educational resource. He holds degrees in Psychology from the Universities of Latvia and Stockholm, providing him with a deep understanding of learning processes and educational methodology. His academic background in psychology informs his approach to making complex Jewish concepts accessible to learners of all backgrounds.

Religious Leadership & Teaching

As the spiritual leader of Peitav-Shul in Riga, Latvia, Rabbi Krumer serves a diverse Jewish community and brings practical experience in addressing questions about Jewish life and practice. He operates a Torah studies center where he works alongside Israeli teachers to provide authentic Jewish education.

Academic Contributions

Rabbi Krumer has lectured at the Center for Judaic Studies at the University of Latvia, contributing to academic Jewish education at the university level. His experience bridges traditional Jewish scholarship with modern academic methodology, ensuring that This Is Bar Mitzvah meets both educational and scholarly standards.

Professional Experience

With a professional background in marketing and social research analysis, Rabbi Krumer understands how to present information clearly and effectively. This combination of analytical skills, educational expertise, and deep Jewish knowledge ensures that every article on This Is Bar Mitzvah is both accurate and accessible.

Editorial Oversight

Rabbi Krumer personally oversees all content on this site to ensure accuracy, sensitivity, and respect for the diverse traditions within Judaism. Every article undergoes thorough review to maintain the highest standards of educational quality, with particular attention to representing multiple Jewish communities (Ashkenazi, Sephardi, Mizrahi, and others) and their varied customs and interpretations.

What We Cover

This Is Bar Mitzvah offers a wide range of content spanning the breadth of Jewish life:

• History — From ancient origins through the modern state of Israel
• Traditions & Holidays — Shabbat, the High Holy Days, Passover, and more
• Religion — Torah, prayer, denominations, and core beliefs
• Clothing — Traditional garments from kippah to tallit
• Cuisine — Kosher laws and beloved dishes from around the world
• Music — Liturgical chanting, klezmer, and contemporary Jewish music
• Languages — Hebrew, Yiddish, Ladino, and more
• Famous Jews — Influential figures across science, arts, politics, and culture

We also offer interactive features including a historical timeline, a diaspora map, quizzes to test your knowledge, and a comprehensive glossary of Jewish terms.

Our Approach

We present multiple perspectives — Ashkenazi, Sephardi, Mizrahi, and Ethiopian — recognizing the rich diversity within the Jewish world. Our content is designed at different depth levels so beginners and advanced learners alike can find value.

Everything is connected through our glossary and cross-references, allowing you to explore topics organically and build a deeper understanding of how the many facets of Jewish life relate to one another.

Contact Us

Have questions, suggestions, or feedback? We would love to hear from you. Visit our contact page to get in touch.