The Amidah prayer consists of a series of blessings: The first three blessings praise God and ask for his mercy. The middle 13 blessings ask for God’s help. The final blessing thanks God.

In the year since 7 October, a Hebrew song has emerged as an unofficial anthem. The song is ‘Acheinu’, a prayer that appeared ...

O sacred heart of Jesus, mercifully accept the prayer which I now make to you for help in the moment of my death, when at its approach all my senses shall fail me. When, therefore, O kind and ...

The tefillin is worn by Jewish men during morning prayer. The leather boxes usually contain scrolls of parchment with verses from the Torah Reform close Reform JewsJews who have adapted their laws ...

The recitation of Shahadah symbolizes the acceptance of the Islamic faith, and it is also recited during daily prayers. 2) Salah (ritual prayer) Salah or ritual prayer is an essential aspect of ...

One of the world’s largest collections of machzorim may be found at the National Library of Israel (NLI) in Jerusalem.

Thanksgiving is known for its plethora of delicious dishes, but the best part of the holiday is getting to spend time with friends and family. When you gather around the Thanksgiving table, take a ...

On Rosh Chodesh, we add “Ya’ale V’Yavo” to the Amidah prayer and Birkat Hamazon (Grace After Meals). We also recite Hallel, a ...

Losses are carved into our daily lives in Israel. When we buy coffee, when we see a new baby, when we stand next to a soldier ...

MACOMB, IL - The Western Illinois University School of Music will present a Fall Choir Concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11, in the College of Fine Arts and Communication (COFAC) Recital Hall.