"וכל מאמינים שהוא עונה לחש"
“And all believe that He answers silent prayer.”

QUESTION: Hashem can read what is in the mind and heart of a person, so what praise is this for Hashem?

ANSWER: On Rosh Hashanah, Satan and vicious angels come before His Heavenly Tribunal to prosecute the Jewish people. They complain about the iniquities the Jews have committed.

Hashem is the All Merciful and loves His chosen people regardless of their merit. He does not enjoy hearing any critique about them and despises those who endeavor to besmirch them.

The liturgist is saying in Hashem’s praise that all believe that when He hears them prosecuting, oneh — He responds “lachash” — “be silent. Stop your complaining. I do not want to hear anything negative said about My beloved children.”

(פון אונזער אלטן אוצר)