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V’ayrasteech Lee: Binding Ourselves to God
These verses from Hosea describe the bond between God and the Jewish people as akin to the one between husband and wife.
Full Text of the First Blessing of the Amidah
Hebrew, English, and transliteration for the Avot (v'Imahot).
Why We Start the Amidah By Blessing the Patriarchs
Opening this primary prayer by invoking our ancestors emphasizes that our relationships with our parents is a model for our relationship with God.
Beginning the Amidah by Connecting to Our Ancestors
The opening to the Amidah prayer shifts the perspective from personal needs to the long arc of Jewish history.