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Category: Blessings
When Using Tribal Distinctions, How Might Women Be Called Up for Aliyot?
While writing a teshuvah on changing our language for aliyot to kohenet from bat kohen, Rabbi David J Fine, PhD, reflects on egalitarianism.
Rabbi David J Fine, PhD
April 30, 2023
Blessings
CJLS
Tefillin: What, How, Who?
Tefillin, ritual black boxes used for prayer, are a powerful and physical way of connecting to God. Here's how to do it.
Rabbi Dr. Karen Reiss Medwed
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The Observant Life (Book)
January 25, 2023
Accessories for Prayer
Blessings
Blessings and Bodies: Praying Without the Book
Jewish spirituality doesn’t live in a book. Our bodies can guide our awareness and blessing. What could this practice look like in your life?
Rabbi Susan Leider
January 5, 2023
Blessings
Daily Living
Asher Yatsar: My Favorite Blessing
Our bodies are wonderful and wondrous. Asher Yatsar helps us recognize our physical selves and offers a moment of gratitude to The Creator.
Rabbi Uri Allen
November 30, 2022
Blessings
Daily Living
Unpacking the Phrase: Barukh HaShem
What does “Barukh HaShem" really mean? What is the origin of this phrase? If we don’t believe in God, how do we relate to the ...
Rabbi Susan Leider
November 16, 2022
Blessings
Daily Living
Candle Lighting for Rosh Hashanah
When and how to do Rosh Hashanah Candle Lighting. We usher in Rosh Hashanah by lighting candles, just as we do on Shabbat.
The Observant Life (Book)
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Rabbi Alan Lucas
September 12, 2022
Blessings
Every Day