 Rectify the Tefilla for TzahalWhen this prayer is being read, 'and in all they turn they should be successful', I quietly add 'only against our enemies.' Opinion Lockdown eased for Christians; prayer up to 100 people togetherCoronavirus Cabinet approves special reliefs for Christian houses of worship. Synagogues on Yom Kippur had much stricter restrictions. Teaching our children to mean itWe want our children to fulfill God's commands with feeling. How can we help them achieve that? For whom are we praying?The way that Rivka and Yitzchak's prayers were answered teaches us that G-d has His own accounting when it comes to prayer. Psalm 26: Two levels of loveTorah from Israel's first Chief Rabbi, the iconic leader of Religious Zionism: Love is bound to our self, but love of G-d transcends self. How could Abraham pray for the wicked people of Sodom?Rabbi Dessler: If they were allowed to remain alive, they would surely continue to transgress. World Organization of Orthodox Synagogues outlines plan for winter prayersEven after synagogues reopen, it remains preferable to pray outdoors. Psalm 95: Bowing Before Our MakerIsrael's first Chief Rabbi and the iconic leader of Religious Zionism on controlling the soul's emotions. Not alone in Elul: Singles walk through historyAs a single, you have prayed deeply for years. A trip to Shilo, where Chana prayed alone and was answered, has special meaning.Op-edFor Elul: Psalm 27- Tenacious prayerTorah from Israel's first Chief Rabbi: The essence of prayer is incremental. Rejoicing before G-dRejoicing before God is done intellectually and existentially – through prayer and Torah study. Be silent and listenThe lockdown meant that we could listen to the poetry and passion of the prayers. And prayer is about listening, not just speaking. Ki Tavo: How good is our portionPhilosopher Franz Rosenzweig describing the joyous praying in a hasidic synagogue in Warsaw: “I have never heard such praying.” Prayer to come to the Land of IsraelThs may be the most important prayer you say in your life. Does The New York Times boycott God?God has been around a lot longer than all the other things columnists write about, so why did the NYT ignore my article about Him? Op-ed. Prayer between the wallsOn the prayers born out of our seclusion in our homes, and the act of praying against the wall. The Jewish Response to the tragic death of George FloydIt doesn’t matter how angry you are there is nothing that can justify crime. And it is the government's job to protect us, not stand aside. Watch: Yehuda Glick holds global prayer from Temple Mount with Christian leadersGlick: 'USA was always Israel's greatest ally! Now, while our closest friend is going through time of crisis - we will stand by their side!' Every day a Day of Judgment: Humbled in our moment of Covid-19During the past “Covid weeks” a phrase from the Tachanun sums up our current state: 'We do not know what we can do.' Video: First ever joint global prayer from JerusalemChief Rabbis of Israel and leaders from other religions gather in joint prayer – composed specially in light of coronavirus crisis. Eli Schwebel - Nodeh Lecha coronavirus recovery gratitude prayerSchwebel was hospitalized with coronavirus. After he recovered he recorded a song which was "upgraded" with the help of his musician friends Now more than ever, 'prayer is the highest form of existence'"Prepare my Prayer" is a spiritual, emotive and also practical how-to guide for ascending in one's level of prayer and making each word count, reassuring comfort that G-d is with us and we must search for Him always, even if He seems far away. Live: World Bnei Akiva Musical Hallel prayerWorld Bnei Akiva holds special prayer event as world grapples with coronavirus crisis.Yeshiva students organize global online prayer against Covid-19"We decided we could try and unite like the people of Israel have never united before.” Mass online prayer against coronavirusMass prayer vigil with Former Chief Rabbi of Israel and IDF Chief Cantor streamed live. Chief Rabbi composes special prayer to halt plaguePrayer should be said when Holy Ark is opened on Shabbat, Mondays, and Thursdays when the Torah is read publicly. Italian rabbis publish prayer for well-being of coronavirus patientsRabbis in Italy, home to Europe's largest outbreak of coronavirus, compose prayer for victims. Watch: Rep David Kustoff recites Shema at DC National Prayer BreakfastJewish representative from Tennessee explains importance of famous Jewish prayer at event attended by President Trump. Praying for rain at the tomb of the Prophet Samuel1500 elementary school students come to Samuel's Tomb for a day of prayer for rain. Praying for rain starts on Monday nightMonday night, as the 7th of Marcheshvan begins, we pray for the first time this year: “Bless this year and all its produce for the good for us, O Hashem our G-d, and grant dew and rain as a blessing on the face of the earth…” Watch: Jews arrested on Temple MountFive worshipers arrested for praying on Temple Mount. Atty Nati Rom: 'Inconceivable that in our capital Jews cannot pray to their Creator.' What gives Kol Nidre its unique power?Why do Jews from all walks of life come to the Yom Kippur eve Kol Nidre service in awe? Rabbi Sacks' whattsapp messages on the Yom Kippur service: Kol Nidre, Avinu Malkeinu (Our Father, our King), Vidui (Confession), Mussaf and Neila (endng prayer). How does 'Modeh Ani' sound in Yiddish?Singer Duvid Schwarcz creates Hasidic version of singer Omer Adam's popular song. Listen: Mitzpe Yericho yeshiva's new pre-High Holiday singleIn honor of month of Elul, yeshiva releases song: "Hear our voice." Words taken from Shmona Esrei prayer, music by Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach. Listen to King David's Psalms in the very place he composed themJeremy Gimpel composes and sings songs based on the Psalms in the very Judean mountains where King David wrote them. Modeh Ani: Don't wait to say thank youRabbi Yitzchak Botton delves into the first words said in the morning and the importance of gratitude for every little thing in our lives. Shlach: A Talit MeditationTwo meditations fill our minds as we don the Talit in the morning. Prayer for Jerusalem in communities worldwideThis upcoming Shabbat, communities around the world will mark 'Jerusalem Day' by reciting a special prayer written by leading rabbis. Yad L'Achim accepting names: Reb Shayala of Kerestir's YahrtzeitTalmidei Chachamim, messengers of Yad L'Achim will be in Kerestir to daven for all names submitted. Women's prayer on Mount of OlivesThursday, 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 soldiersChurches and Christian organizations around world join international initiative ahead of UN General Assembly opening session. Special Erev Yom Kippur prayer services at Jewish holy sitesYad 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 PeopleThe Jewish People's existence reminds every human being of the inhumanity of the culture of death. The Jews, killed and persecuted, chose life. PA J-lem governor: Jews have no right to pray on Temple MountPA governor of Jerusalem condemns policy of 'Judaizing' city, states Jews have no right to pray on Temple Mount. Hundreds pray at tomb of Prophet JoshuaJews pray under heavy security at tomb of biblical prophet who conquered the Land of Israel. Tehillim Unity Day for matchmaking ‘challenge’ goes globalVolunteer matchmakers are organizing a worldwide unity event on July 1, 2018 to arouse Divine mercy for the shidduch crisis. The prayer of the haredi soldiersSoldiers 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 couplesPrayer expedition with rabbis' participation held at graves of righteous in Ukraine for barren couples. Pray late? Pay up, says rabbiRabbi 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 faithThe Ba’al Shem Tov did not serve G-d with his spiritual acquisitions. Instead, he relied on his simple faith. Thousands participate in 'Day of Liberation and Rescue' ralliesThousands around the world join rallies of prayer and thanksgiving to mark 73 years since liberation of European Jewry from the Nazis. 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 IsraelIn 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 gatesCourt 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?Why include one Bracha for repentance and one for forgiveness? |
