Standard Jewish prayers for the government, writes a scholar of Judaism and technology, omit the essential players in any democracy: the people. This Shabbat, like every Shabbat, synagogues around ...

Most American Jewish congregations say a prayer for the State of Israel every Shabbat. Some proudly display the Israeli flag ...

The main feast should be on Friday, and it's advisable to schedule it for morning or early afternoon, or to "connect" it with ...

[1] Many Jews stand for at least the first half of the prayer over wine, the kiddush, that precedes the Shabbat meal. The first part of the kiddush is a quote from the Torah that states God ...

Reaping the rewards for keeping Shabbat requires one to work during ... on Friday evening it is a ברכה לבטלה (a wasted blessing), having been made over a non-occurrence.

Shabbat - the day of rest - is celebrated every ... How would you improve life…? 8. Opportunity for prayer These thoughts could also be turned in to a prayer, using your standard form of address ...

Traditionally, the mother of the family places her hands over her eyes and recites a blessing to welcome Shabbat. On Saturday, after visiting the synagogue, the family shares another meal.

The Village Chapel welcomes the community to join them for a special Shabbat evening on Friday, April 11, 6 to 8 p.m., ...

he leads prayers followed by a grounding meditation at locations that have included a Flatiron loft and a Billionaires’ Row apartment over looking Central Park. Shabbat dinners come with a DJ ...

Ultimately, Merav decided not to violate Shabbat in case her daughter was ... our thoughts and prayers turn to Agam Berger.

Emanuel Congregation periodically provides Shabbat-A-Tot programming aimed to engage 0 to 6 year olds and their family and friends. Participants will enjoy songs, prayers, stories, nosh, and arts and ...