In memory of Chaya Mirel bat R’ Avraham

In memory of Chaya Mirel bat R' Avraham

What does the mikveh lady say?
July 30, 2013

Question

What does the mikvah lady say to you immediately after you dunk?

Answer

There is no absolute standard for what a mikveh lady should say.

Often, she will say "kasher" or "kosher," to indicate the dunk has met all requirements. Sometimes a mikveh lady says "tehorah," to indicate all immersion requirements are complete. Other frequent comments are: "tizki lemitzvot," that you should merit to perform other mitzvot, or "(shenishma) besorot tovot," that we should hear good tidings.
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