Sabbath Prayers: Ein Keh’lo’hay’nu/There Is None Like Our God
There is no one (or thing) like God, and, when all is said and done, this is the essence of everything that a Jew says and does. Only God can create the world. Only God can be master of…
Prayers for Others
Never hesitate to add a friend and his/her need to your prayers.
The Three Prayers
Our sages teach us that each of the three daily prayer services were established by one of the patriarchs and reflect the foremost character trait of that patriarch: Shacharit, the…
Prayers in Song
Don't hesitate to pray with song if it helps you to connect to the spiritual.
Names for Prayers
If someone you know is ill, ask them for their Hebrew name (and their mother's Hebrew name) so that you can pray for them.
Your Prayers
When you pray, put your whole heart into your conversation with God.
Pretty Prayers
If you take public transportation, try using this time to recite Hallel if you do not have time earlier.
True Prayers
Be sensitive to someone struggling with infertility, and take a moment to say a prayer on their behalf.
Who Leads The Prayers
A congregational rabbi’s job is to teach and guide a community, officiate at life-cycle events, answer appropriate questions and be the representative of the community. A rabbi must…
Sabbath Prayers: The Candle Lighting Blessing
Before reciting this blessing, light the Shabbat candles and then cover your eyes with your hands. Ba’ruch ah’tah Ah’do’nai, Eh’lo’hay’nu melech ha’o’lam, ah’sher kidishanu b’mitz’vo’tav…