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Covering the Erva:[1] There is no need to cover the Ervah of the baby prior to saying the blessing.[2] Nonetheless, the Mohel is not to hold the Erva in his hand upon saying the blessing.[3]
_________________________________[1] Admur 75:7; Michaber Y.D. 265:8; Baal Haittur Mila 3; Sefer Haeshkol Hilchos Mila; See Pesakim Uteshuvos 265:23; See Encyclopedia Talmudit Vol. 4 Erech Bris Mila p. 253 footnotes 125-127
[2] The reason: As the Erva of a child is not considered an Erva until age 9. [2nd and main opinion in Admur 75:7; 2nd reason in Shach 265:18; Rama O.C. 75:4] Alternatively, as the Mitzvah of Mila makes the encampment holy, and hence having his Erva revealed does not transgress Machanecha Kadosh. [1st reason in Shach 265:18; See 1st opinion in Admur ibid that even a Katan’s Erva is forbidden]
[3] Yeish Mi Sheomer in Admur ibid; M”A 75
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