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Who may lead the service a synagogue?
Technically, any congregant who is knowledgeable may lead the prayers. On Shabbat and festivals, there is often a cantor (Hazan) who leads the prayers.
What is Jewish temples a lead by?
Any Jewish person over the age of 13 can lead a synagogue service, as long as at least 10 Jews are present. Often the Rabbi or Cantor leads the service, but this is not a requirement. In orthodox tradition, only a man can lead a service, unless there are only women present.
Who leads the service in the synagogue?
The cantor.
Who is the chief ruler of the synagogue?
The chief ruler of the synagogue, also known as the president or head of the synagogue, is responsible for overseeing the activities and services within the synagogue. They typically lead the congregation in prayer and may be involved in decision-making processes related to the synagogue's operations.
What is the longest service in a synagogue?
The Yom Kippur morning services.
What is a mass called to jews?
The equivalent word is "synagogue service."
Who normally leads the service in a synagogue?
The Rabbi leads the order of the service and the Cantor leads the prayers.
What is a synagoaue used for?
A synagogue is the place where a Jew preys to God. A synagogue is a temple, just like a mosque or a church. A synagogue is led by a rabbi (Jewish priest) and the service often involves preyers in Hebrew.
What is a cantor?
religious leader Judaism a man employed to lead services in the synagogue Christianity singing lead of a church choir
What is the name of the person that leads the prayers in jewdisim called?
The individual selected to lead a synagogue service is referred to in Hebrew as the "BAH-ahl t'FEE-lah" ... literally the "prayer-master" ... for the duration of that particular service. The role may be filled by any willing adult worshiper present at the service, with the approval of the other attendees.
Do you sit shiva on Tisha B'Av?
Yes you do. However, usually a mourner does not go to the synagogue during the shiva, but has a separate service in his home. On Tisha B'Av, since all of Jewry is in mourning, the mourner attends the synagogue service together with everyone else.
How can i attend a Jewish ceremony?
Most ceremonies, such weddings and bnei mitzvah require an invitation, but you can go to any synagogue service without an invitation. Contact your nearest synagogue for times. Anyone is welcome, even if you are not Jewish.
