Aliyah

In the era of COVID-19, minyanim are being formed in compliance with social-distance guidelines, possibly precluding men from being called to the Torah and standing near the reader. Is it acceptable to recite the blessings on the Torah from afar?

Before addressing this question, let’s recount a story that underscores the importance of a mourner reciting Kaddish and reading the haftarah throughout the year of mourning.

Jewish people are grouped into tribal clans, each one providing another element toward the nation’s spiritual perfection.

Use this interactive tool to learn to chant the Torah at synagogue. Select any Torah portion or Haftarah.

The Rebbe receives the Torah scroll and brings it the Bimah to be read. Later he receives the last Aliyah, recites the blessings, and after the Torah is wrapped, recites the Haftorah.

Customs for the week preceding a wedding, as well as the bride's and groom's celebrations on the Shabbat before the wedding.