Intro to Shabbat Services

A guide to understanding and participating in Shabbat services.

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    The Shema

    The central declaration of Jewish faith.

    Shema Yisrael - שמע ישראל

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    V'ahavta

    The continuation of the Shema, expressing love for God.

    V'ahavta - ואהבת

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    Amidah - Avot (Ancestors)

    The first part of the silent standing prayer.

    Amidah Part 1 - עמידה

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    Kaddish

    A prayer of sanctification and praise, often recited in memory of the deceased.

    Kaddish - קדיש

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    Aleinu

    Aleinu is recited at the conclusion of services. It expresses gratitude to God for being set apart from other nations and anticipates a future time when God’s sovereignty will be universally recognized.

    - עָלֵינוּ לְשַׁבֵּחַ