Category: Amidah

Rain Insertions Part 2: Theology and a Talmudic Reading

In the second part of our series on rain insertions, explore the theology behind rain insertions and a Talmudic reading to accompany this.
November 18, 2025 Amidah Every Day

Rain Insertions Part 1: Inserting “Mashiv HaRuach” or “Ten Tal”

In the first part of our series on the insertions to pray for rain, take a look at inserting "Mashiv HaRuach" or "Ten Tal" into ...
November 18, 2025 Amidah Every Day
How to Manage Distractions During the Amidah

How to Manage Distractions During the Amidah

Getting distracted during the Amidah and prayer is normal. But what do I do about it? There are a number of approaches that might work.
December 18, 2024 Amidah Every Day
Listener of Prayer

Listener of Prayer

"Listener of Prayer" is an important phrase in many of our blessings and prayers. Learn more about why that is.
July 3, 2024 Amidah Every Day
What Are Zmanim and Why Are They Important?

What Are Zmanim and Why Are They Important?

Learning what Zmanim are and why they are important can bring a new meaning to ritual practices and the routine of our days.
February 6, 2024 Afternoon Prayers (Mincha) Amidah

Prayers and Practices of the Weekday Amidah

The Amidah is considered the central part of daily Jewish prayer, with minor variations in the text based on time of day, year and season.
, May 16, 2023 Afternoon Prayers (Mincha) Amidah