Praying On Purpose

Oct 15 2023 5
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Short motivational messages and insights by Rabbi Larry Rothwachs. Brief Torah messages, delivered 3x a week, designed to inspire increased thought and enhanced awareness of the prayers that we recite, focusing on the “why,” the “how” and the “what” of daily prayer. This initiative is dedicated as zchus for a refuah sheleima for אילנה חנה בת גילה בריינלע

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Wartime Prayers

Oct 15 2023 13 mins  
During times of war, each and every one of us must go to battle. Prayer is one of the many powerful weapons in our arsenal.

Seize the Moment

Sep 03 2023 12 mins  
Learning to share our most powerful emotions with Hashem can greatly enhance our connection and moments of formal prayer.

Sound Barrier

Aug 29 2023 14 mins  
The custom of blowing the shofar throughout the month of Elul is designed to prepare us for the month of Tishrei, although not necessarily in the way we assume.

Help Yourself

Aug 27 2023 13 mins  
This is a time of year during which we seek divine assistance in many different areas. Perhaps more importantly though, we must remember to show up and claim the blessings that come our way.

The Only Thing to Fear

Aug 24 2023 12 mins  
Our Elul and Tishrei prayers include a special daily reminder that, in life, the only thing to fear is fear itself.

Ascend the Throne

Aug 22 2023 13 mins  
The month of Elul is a time period marked with distinction - and not merely because it precedes the month of Tishrei. Its special quality provides us with a unique focus for prayer.

Making the First Move

Aug 20 2023 12 mins  
The month of Elul invites us to demonstrate initiative in our quest to reconnect with Hashem - and prayer provides us with the perfect opportunities to do so.

Then and Now

Jul 06 2023 11 mins  
The period of the three weeks offers us a unique opportunity to bridge the past with the present.

Look Up

Jul 02 2023 11 mins  
Looking up and reminding ourselves to whom we should always direct our hopes and prayers is the greatest segulah in the world.

Pause for Thought

Jun 14 2023 13 mins  
The birchos hashachar, recited every morning, serve as 15 unique prompts, directing our minds and hearts to heightened awareness.