Shabbat Morning Worship Services: Blessings on Reading the Haftarah
Prior to chanting the Haftarah (a reading from Prophets or Writings that varies weekly), the reader says:
Shabbat Morning Blessings: Kiddush
Fill a Kiddush cup with wine or grape juice. Raise it and recite...
Hanging a Mezuzah
This ancient symbol speaks to us of our need to live by the words of Adonai. We affix the mezuzah to the doorposts of this house with the hope that it will always remind us of our duties to one another as members of the Household of Israel. May the divine spirit fill this house--the spirit of love and kindness and consideration for all people.
On Returning Home after a Funeral
In Jewish tradition, a mourner is identified as being a child, spouse, sibling, or parent of the deceased. Others, however, may also wish to use the following prayers
At the End of the Mourning Period
Your sun will not go down again,
your moon will not depart;
for Adonai will be your light for ever,
and your days of mourning ended.
For a Wedding Anniversary
"I am my beloved's and my beloved is mine." God of all generations, we give thanks for the blessings that have graced our marriage, and we look back upon the day of our union with thankfulness. So may this joy be with us always: our way of life, loving and good, as we help each other bear burdens and as we share our joys.
Blessed is the Match Consumed in Kindling Flame
Blessed is the match consumed in kindling flame.
May We See the Day When War and Bloodshed Cease... Prayer for Israel
May we see the day when war and bloodshed cease,
When a great peace will embrace the whole world.
Protector and Redeemer of Israel... Prayer for Israel
Protector and Redeemer of Israel, bless Thou the State of Israel which, marks the dawn of our deliverance. Shield it beneath the wings of Thy love; spread over it Thy canopy of peace; send Thy light and Thy truth to its leaders, officers, and counselors, and direct them with Thy good counsel
Rock and Champion of Israel... Prayer for Israel
Rock and Champion of Israel, please bless the State of Israel, first fruit of the flourishing of our redemption.