All about Prayer

8 videos • 2,679 views • by 7200beverly This lecture is part of a series on Prayer delivered by Rabbi Elyahu Kin in 2009. Some of the topics covered are: The significance of Prayer and historical background on the origins of organized prayer including the composition of the "Siddur" (Jewish Prayer Book), the need for Prayer as a means of communication with G-d and the difference it can make in shaping one's life and destiny, the benefits of Prayer and its effectiveness in bringing about miraculous changes in many areas of our life, an overview of the structure and makeup of Prayer as outlined in the "Siddur," including the differences that exists between the various Jewish communities in the Diaspora, the proper pronunciation of the Hebrew prayers, and the special prayer that is said for the deceased. The last lecture contains a visual presentation of various styles of synagogues and Torah scroll cases.