The Pope and the Jewish Prayer for Rain
Did you know that several centuries ago, a Pope impacted Jewish law? Most Jewish events of note are based on the Jewish calendar. That’s why it’s surprising to learn that the date when…
Prayer’s Essence
According to many opinions, the minimum amount of prayer one should recite daily should consist of praise of God, a request of God and a thank you to God. Thus for instance, a mother of…
Prayer Should Illuminate
While a place of prayer should be lit up during times of prayer, our prayers should illuminate ourselves spiritually.
Say a Little Prayer
Never hesitate to pray for those in need, even if it is just uttering an on-the-spot request. Prayer is clearly an essential part of the process of seeking repentance. In order to truly…
Queen’s Prayer
If you are a citizen of the British commonwealth, add an extra prayer for the Queen into your day.
Diplomacy, Prayer, Action
As every diplomat knows, there is a time to talk, a time to pray and a time to take action. This very lesson is recorded in the Torah when Jacob encounters his murderous brother Esau…
Prayer For The Government
Familiarize yourself with the prayer for the U.S. government (or other democratic nations) and appreciate the freedoms with which the Jews, and all minorities, have been blessed.
Prayer Talk
Remember, one does not need a formal prayer to pray for something or someone.
On Going Prayer
Know that God answers every prayer--sometimes we just don't understand the answers or it is not the answer we hoped for.
A Special Prayer
The Rambam (Rabbi Moses ben Maimon, Maimonides), one of the most famous Jewish scholars, was also a renowned physician. If you have a doctor to whom you wish to give a beautiful gift (or…