minyan

Pronounced: MIN-yun, meen-YAHN, Origin: Hebrew, quorum of 10 adult Jews (traditionally Jewish men) necessary for reciting many prayers.

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Minyan: The Congregational Quorum

Only in a group of 10 or more adult Jews is there sufficient sanctity to recite certain public prayers.

Barekhu

The formal call to worship in morning and evening services.

Shacharit: The Jewish Morning Prayer Service

An outline of the prayers recited by Jews all over the world every morning.