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The Shehecheyanu Blessing When There Is No Father

Question

Who recites the blessings and 'Shehecheyanu' at a brit milah when the father has passed away beforehand?

Answer

The mohel or the sandek

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Yoreh De'ah, Siman 265, סעיף 1.

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