Prayer

Thursday:

Women's prayer on Mount of Olives

Thursday, April 4th women and girls will gather to pray on Mount of Olives with leaders and rabbis to beseech Creator for redemption.

Politician prays for Israel before Muslim lawmaker sworn in

'This is how I pray every day. I don't apologize ever for praying,' Pennsylvania State Rep. Borowicz says.

Why does G-d have so many names?

If G-d is one, why does he have so many different names? Rabbi Yitzchak Botton explains in his book 'The Power of a Whisper.'

Watch: Christians pray for return of slain IDF soldiers

Churches and Christian organizations around world join international initiative ahead of UN General Assembly opening session.

Special Erev Yom Kippur prayer services at Jewish holy sites

Yad L'Achim to hold series of prayer services at holy sites from Meron to Tomb of Rabbi Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev in Ukraine.

Happy New Year, my dear Jewish People

PA J-lem governor: Jews have no right to pray on Temple Mount

PA governor of Jerusalem condemns policy of 'Judaizing' city, states Jews have no right to pray on Temple Mount.

Hundreds pray at tomb of Prophet Joshua

Jews pray under heavy security at tomb of biblical prophet who conquered the Land of Israel.

Tehillim Unity for matchmaking

Tehillim Unity Day for matchmaking ‘challenge’ goes global

Volunteer matchmakers are organizing a worldwide unity event on July 1, 2018 to arouse Divine mercy for the shidduch crisis.

The prayer of the haredi soldiers

Soldiers of 'Netzah Yehuda' battalion finish brigade-wide march with special prayer. 'May every drop of sweat be elevated to G-d's will.'

Prayer expedition to help childless couples

Prayer expedition with rabbis' participation held at graves of righteous in Ukraine for barren couples.

Pray late? Pay up, says rabbi

Rabbi Mutzafi asked about person who prays after 'time of prayer' and before midday, Rabbi replies he should fine himself 250 shekels.

The Ba'al Shem Tov's Mt-Sinai-Stone leap of faith

Thousands participate in 'Day of Liberation and Rescue' rallies

Thousands around the world join rallies of prayer and thanksgiving to mark 73 years since liberation of European Jewry from the Nazis.

History happening now:

Israeli President offers 'Shehecheyanu' thanksgiving prayer

'For three-thousand years we prayed for Jerusalem, and since establishment of State 70 years ago, Jerusalem has been the capital of Israel.'

Vocals: Prayer for the State of Israel

In honor of Independence Day, 'Vocals' group releases video, a vocal version of the prayer for the state, in duet with cantor Dov Heller.

Court allows prayer at Temple Mount gates

Court rules that right of young Jewish women to pray at Temple Mount gates is no less than that of Arabs to do so.

Why do we have a blessing for forgiveness in the Silent Prayer?

Haaretz: 'Anyone who prays for rain is an idiot'

Haaretz article slams praying for rain as 'primitive.' Public Security Minister:'Haaretz believes Barghouti will bring peace.'

Mass prayer for rain - in the middle of the Kinneret

Chief Rabbi leads group of rabbis, farmers and students in special prayer for rain held on island in Kinneret created by drought.

Watch: Thousands pray for rain at Western Wall

Minister Uri Ariel calls for mass prayer held at Western Wall for end to severe multi-year drought.

Praying on the Lebanese border, under the eyes of Hezbollah

200 Jews prayed at the site of the covenant between the parts near Israel's border with Lebanon.

'Our father, deal kindly with us'

R’ Pinchas Wolf and Shlomo Simcha release 'Tate Oy Tatenyu,' new rendition of High Holiday prayer 'Avinu Malkeinu.'

New prayer for Israeli security forces

Israel Police rabbi receives approval to add mention of Israel Police into 'Prayer for IDF.'

Watch: Huckabee prays at Joseph's Tomb

Former Arkansas governor joins group of 5,000 worshipers at Joseph's Tomb, says Jews shouldn't be forced to pray in the dead of night.

Israelis pray for well-being of Syria's civilians

Shivi Froman spearheads campaign for Israeli Jews to pray for the well-being of Syrian civilians on the holiest day of the Jewish calendar.

Pope, religious leaders meet for peace talks

Pope holds, 'World Day of Prayer,' speaks of peace with religious leaders of all faiths, and says that Islam is not terrorism.

Watch: Hallel for Hallel

Hundreds gather for a unique prayer session to commemorate terror victim Hallel-Yaffa Ariel. 'We will walk in the streets without fear.'

Report: Women of the Wall bring 'dancer' to the Kotel

Radical feminist group came Monday morning to the Kotel, as they do every Rosh Chodesh, along with a 'dancer', witness says.

Biggest Jewish event ever: 5 million to pray together

This coming Sunday, group hopes to get five million people all over the world to say the 'Tikun Haklali' together.

Temple Mount: Kid Mumbles Prayer, Gets Arrested With Terrorists

Family of Jewish youth outraged after police arrest him on Temple Mount for silently moving lips and then hold him with Arab terrorists.

Jews and Muslims Stand Up Against Violence in Joint Prayer

Arutz Sheva speaks with participants at Sunday's joint Israeli-Arab prayer session at the Gush Etzion junction.

Police to Issue Rules on Temple Mount Prayer

Police will - finally - issue rules that they expect Jewish visitors to the Temple Mount to observe.

A Jewish Prayer with a Message for the World: Adon Olam

Why write an entire book on a single, short prayer?

Watch: MKs Unite to Pray for Kidnapped Students

Knesset Members from all the parties gathered to pray together for the safe return of the three abducted yeshiva students.

National-Religious Schools to Hold Mass Prayer Sunday Morning

Prayer at 11:30am to be held in national-religious schools across Israel for the kidnapped boys' safety; general public encouraged to join.

Pope Francis to Host Peres and Abbas on Sunday

Pope Francis will host a symbolic peace prayer meeting with President Peres and PA Chairman Abbas.

Teens Banned from Praying About the Third Temple

Ariel youth movement conference at the Western Wall denied entry over magnets with prayer for the Third Temple on them.

Bar Ilan U. to Dedicate Room for Muslim Prayers

Following request from Muslim student, Bar Ilan University's administration agrees to set aside one room for Muslim prayers.

Jerusalem Poisoning: 'Only Prayer Can Save the Boys'

In Arutz Sheva interview, bereaved parents of poisoned children ask for prayers for their sons after daughters pass away.

Saudi Arabia: Muslim Authority Threatens War Over Temple Mount

Saudi Arabia's highest Islamic authority blasts Israeli plans for Jewish prayer on Temple Mount, threatens 'religious war'.

Rabbi Ariel: No Phones On in Synagogue – Period

Rabbi of Ramat Gan nixes cell phones in synagogue, even on ‘silent’ mode, and has warning for Torah pamphlets as well.

Court: No Law Against Jewish Prayer on Temple Mount

A court ordered the release of a Jewish youth who had been arrested on charges of praying on the Temple Mount, saying no crime was committed

Muslim Official: We'll Give Up Temple Mount When Messiah Comes

An at-times angry discussion took place in the Knesset Wednesday on the rights of Jews to pray on the Temple Mount

Photos: 150 Rabbis from Forty Countries Worldwide Pray in Hevron

Over one hundred and fifty orthodox rabbis from 40 Jewish communities worldwide arrived in Hevron to pray at the Cave of the Patriarchs.

Shabbat under Siege: Plans for Quiet Channel, Special Prayer

Israel prepares for Sabbath attacks with a quiet radio channel and extra prayer.

Kabbalist, Rabbis Warn of Danger, Call for Kindness

A Jewish mystic and rabbinic leaders have warned of a danger to the people of Israel, and are calling for more kindness, giving and prayer.

Israeli Survivor’s Thankful Prayer

An Israeli man’s prayer of thanks upon returning home after surviving the terrorist attack in Bulgaria has made the news worldwide.

Festive Prayers - The Most Meaningful Part of Independence Day

A7 visits a synagogue where the uplifting Yom Haatzmaut service eases the transition from Memorial Day to Independence Day.

Doctors Worried over Worsening Condition of Rabbi Elyashiv

The condition of Rabbi Elyashiv worsened during the night and there is little hope that he might be able to go home for Purim next week.

Jewish Communities Pray for the Return of Gilad Shalit

100 Jewish communities from around North America marked their solidarity with the Shalit family in a worldwide, simultaneous rally.

300 Prayer Booklets Sent to American Jewish Troops

A shipment of 300 NCSY prayer booklets has gone on a special mission to U.S. Jewish troops serving in Kuwait, Iraq, Afghanistan and Korea.

Chassidim Pray at Rav Ashi's Tomb

A group of about 100 Breslov Chassidim, secured by IDF soldiers, entered the tomb of the Talmud compiler Rav Ashi for a special prayer service.

Rabbis Sail Out to Sea to Pray for Rain

Dozens of worshipers sail to the Kinneret and hold a public prayer for rainfall.

Prayers for Rain in the Kinneret and at the Western Wall

Rabbis to pray for rain from the heart of the Kinneret; second fast day declared as a five-year drought leaves Israel parched..

Rabbinate Calls for 'Rain Fast Day' Thursday

Winter is again late in coming to Israel. The Chief Rabbinate has set Thursday as a day of fasting, prayer and repentance, asking G-d for rain.

Israel Offers First Prayers for Rain

Jews begin praying for much-needed rain.

Sukkot Celebrated at Renovated Joseph’s Tomb

More than 1,000 people take part in Sukkot prayers at Joseph’s Tomb.

Peres Calls on Jews to Pray for Israel and ‘Come Home’

Peres, citing the international attempt to make Israel illegitimate, told the Jewish Agency, “We are a people with faith. It is time to pray.”

More Than 10,000 Pray at Joshua's Tomb

More than 10,000 Jews prayed at Joshua's Tomb on Thursday night. PA Arabs accused of defacing the site.