Amidah: Shemoneh Esrei, Part 1

Good Evening, Rabbi Freeman

Thank you for your teachings on the Amidah, the Jewish way of praying. I will take the time to do more in-depth studying. Be blessed.

Baruch HaShem, Reply

Thank you Rabbi Freeman for these wonderful videos on the Amidah. This direct conversation we can have with Hashem is precious. I was introduced to your Modeh ani videos by a good friend and I look forward to listen to them. You have a beautiful gift and explain in an insightful and peaceful manner.
I find your teachings very enriching. Reply

If the Amidah is also know as 18 Blessing and there are 19 why not change the name to 19 Blessing and make it less confusing? Reply

Bless you Rabbi Freeman. Such a wonderful teacher. You have helped me understand my faith. Reply

None of this makes sense to me. Why? Because God does't need us to pray to
Him. He knows all. He created all our thoughts. So why does the Amidah hold such importance.? Perhaps as a meditation. That is our need, not Gods.
Sorry, I just don't get it. Reply

Amidah I was so impressed by this video of the Amidah. I recently converted to Judaism and at times I feel so overwhelmed by all the prayers. All your videos are so helpful. Atah will be my new mantra when saying this prayer.
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Amidah I'm grateful for your explanation. It helps me understand in a deeper way and next time I'm in synagogue, the prayer will be more meaningful for me. Reply

I am new to chabad.org but I'm really enjoying it. I'm very familiar with Jewish prayers and customs, but to hear it explained in the manner that Rabbi presents it is very refreshing. Reply

Sabbath Amidah Shaloam
Is there a Sabbath Amidah? I only see the one for the weekday Reply

Amidah:Shemonei Esrei I wasn't sure what the Amidah was. Now, thanks to you Rabbi Freeman I know. I do not know why as you spoke, and I was aknowledging your words, my whole body started to rock as if the wind was blowing on me. What a wonderful feeling of Hashem's, blessed be He, presence. Thank you so much. Many blessings to you my dear Rabbi and brother. Reply

Wonderful! I went through the Modeh Ani prayer a few weeks ago and have incorporated that into my routine each morning. My kids are familiar with the prayer now as well and I had them start your classes today to gain deeper meaning. I am so excited to start the Amidah. What an invaluable resource to have right in my living room! Thank you so much and many blessings to you and yours! Reply

Amidah I cannot tell you how much my 14 year old son and I look forward to your lessons. We thank you for your time and effort. Do not stop. Reply

Amidah i am listening to your shiur and it is fantastic. why do you not count the MECHAYEH HAMETIM ("He Who Revives the Dead")? i am confused, i thought in part one we have four brachot (blessings). thank you . Reply

Amidah Rabbi
Thank you very much for the way you teach us,
Every day I thank G-d for let me be closer to Chabad and to the Rebe.
I live in Argentina and our Jabad is the most wonderful place we have.
G-d bless you Reply

Amidah Beautiful!, Inspirational, Wonderous!

It's good to stop, take time and reflect upon these ancient words so often spoken quickly methodically and sometimes in rote.

Blessing
Rav Freeman Reply

Amidah Moda Ani, The Shema, Kaddish sentence-Amen yehey shmey rabba ... , and now The Amidah. i am having a field day or rather you are providing it. really appreciate how you teach these in short doses.. You present a lot in a few minutes. The Amidah will be the most demanding so far due to its length, but it is off to a great start. hope to get to parts two and three this week.
Thanks so much. Reply

Amidah This was another wonderful meditation. I have learned so much from Rav Tzvi Freeman's meditations. Keep em coming! Reply