Morning Blessings with Keriat Shemɑ Birkhot Hashahar Im Keriat Shema Bilingual Hebrew/English Linear Transliteration with Translated Laws Ben Israel Inc.

R' Israel Itshakov

Nov 2022 · Ben Israel Inc.

About this eBook

Birkhot Hashahar are a series of blessings that are recited at the beginning of Jewish morning services. The blessings represent thanks to G-d for a renewal of the day. The order of the blessings is not defined by Halakha and may vary in a Siddur, but it is generally based on the order of activities customary upon arising. The purpose of all the blessings we say is to intensify our awareness of Hashem's presence in every aspect of our lives. When saying "Blessed are You," we therefore visualize in our mind as if we are actually speaking directly to the Infinite One. Clearly, the words "Blessed are You" indicate this.  This book is geared for individuals who need to understand the text from Hebrew to English and pronouncing Hebrew words. The utilization of this booklet enables any person who does not understand Hebrew the proper concentration and meaning when they are praying. With the usage of this booklet hopefully people will be more successful in having their prayers answered. The text was developed in a way to produce a rhythmic flow, while allowing the reader to pronounce each letter, word and vowel with great ease in your native language. 

 

 

About the author

R' Israel Itshakov provides guidance and assistance to thousands of kids and young adults in every aspect of their lives. R' Israel is the main Rabbi in the Youth Minyan of Beth Gavriel which is a Beit Knesset, Beit Midrash, community center, and a second home to thousands of Jews. The youth Minyan at Beth Gavriel has grown tremendously over the last 25 years under R' Israel's leadership. He has been involved in Keruv in the community for the past 25 years, successfully guiding the community towards Torah observance. R' Israel is uniquely positioned to effect changes throughout the Bukharian community because of his large following and continuous dedication to Torah values. He has lectured on a variety of topics including but not limited to dating, marriage, children’s education, honoring parents, modesty, learning Torah, etc... He serves as a role model for thousands of people in our community by being a good husband and devoted father of 6 children. Anyone who knows R' Israel can testify that he sacrifices his time, gives his attention, shows his love, and puts his heart and soul into the community and the people who need him. The community is like a large family and R' Israel is the glue that holds it together. His commitment to elevating the status of the people in the community is unmatched. R' Israel sets a shining example of a Torah scholar, devoted family man, and compassionate leader to every soul that is blessed to meet him.

For the past decade besides the work in the community, R' Israel has set his own mission: To teach all the Jews in the world to learn to pray in the Hebrew language. His slogan is, "Say it Right Read it Right"​ after publishing the "Tehillim Ben Israel"​, "Megilah"​, "Hagaddah Shel Pesach"​, "Birkat-Hamazon"​, "Kiddush for Shabbat and Holidays" and many others. Currently, R' Israel is spearheading the initiation of the Chief Bukharian Rabbinate of the USA and Canada which will oversee all aspects of communal Judaic Life.