morning service
Modeh Ani: It’s Not Just About Gratitude
The first prayer traditionally recited upon awakening in the morning is commonly translated as "I thank you," but that's not all it means.
How to Remain True to God — And Each Other
The morning blessing Yotzer Or teaches something fundamental about the Jewish conception of God, and the key to successful human relationships.
How to Say Modeh Ani
This prayer traditionally recited immediately upon awakening thanks God for the return of the soul.
Modeh Ani: Beginning the Day with Gratitude
Starting the day with gratefulness opens the heart to the blessing of wonder.