Recitation of Verses before Prayer

R. Hezekiah, R. Jacob bar Aha, R. Yasa in the name of R. Yohanan, “[Before you recite your Prayer,] this verse should always be on your lips: The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah” (Psalm 46:11).

R. Yose b. Abun, R. Abahu in the name of R. Yohanan and the associates, “[Before you recite your…

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Verses of scripture are used routinely in rabbinic ritual practice to introduce and conclude prayers. As divine words, they are deemed to have talismanic properties.

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