As some synagogues are
slowly reopening, let’s take a look
at this staple of Jewish life.
In the era of COVID-19, minyanim are being formed in compliance with social-distance guidelines, possibly precluding men from being called to the Torah and standing near the reader. Is it acceptable to recite the blessings on the Torah from afar?
I was overjoyed by the boy’s suggestions and felt moved that one could still have the opportunity to write to the Rebbe today.
This new situation has made me think more of my mortality and to appreciate life, but reading the stories of health-care professionals and hearing about all the death and suffering is taking a toll on even the strongest among us.
The range is huge. From doctors and nurses to liquor shops and computer stores.
Jewish History
Sivan 8, 5780
Jewish History
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Rabbi Escapes Crusaders
Rabbi Yaakov ben Meir Tam, known as the "Rabbenu Tam," was one of Rashi's...
Laws and Customs
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Isru Chag
The day following a festival is called Isru Chag ("tied to the festival")....
Daily Study
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Chumash with Rashi
Naso, 1st Portion (Numbers 4:21-4:28)
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Psalms/Tehillim
Chapters 44-48
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Tanya
Shaar Hayichud Vehaemunah, end of Chapter 1
- Rambam
- Hayom Yom
Halachic Times
Bakersfield, CA 93309
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4:05 AM
Dawn (Alot Hashachar)
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4:49 AM
Earliest Tallit and Tefillin (Misheyakir)
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5:43 AM
Sunrise (Hanetz Hachamah)
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9:16 AM
Latest Shema
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10:29 AM
Latest Shacharit
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12:54 PM
Midday (Chatzot Hayom)
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1:31 PM
Earliest Mincha (Mincha Gedolah)
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5:09 PM
Mincha Ketanah (“Small Mincha”)
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6:40 PM
Plag Hamincha (“Half of Mincha”)
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8:06 PM
Sunset (Shkiah)
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8:36 PM
Nightfall (Tzeit Hakochavim)
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12:54 AM
Midnight (Chatzot HaLailah)
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72:36 min.
Shaah Zmanit (proportional hour)
Jewish History
Sivan 8, 5780
Jewish History
-
Rabbi Escapes Crusaders
Rabbi Yaakov ben Meir Tam, known as the "Rabbenu Tam," was one of Rashi's...
Laws and Customs
-
Isru Chag
The day following a festival is called Isru Chag ("tied to the festival")....
Shabbat & Holidays
Candle Lighting Times
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