The Shema is the quintessential Jewish declaration of faith in God. It’s traditionally recited with the hands covering the eyes.
Rabbi Mikey Stein teaches Judaic studies at the Abraham Joshua Heschel High School in New York City.
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Acheinu: A Prayer for Freeing Captives
For over 1,000 years, this prayer has been recited in the presence of the Torah, when Jews are gathered together.
Shacharit: The Jewish Morning Prayer Service
An outline of the prayers recited by Jews all over the world every morning.