How long must one wait between two consecutive Amidah prayers?
Synopsis
When a person prays two Amidah prayers in succession (e.g., Shacharit and Mussaf, or a makeup prayer), a waiting period is required between them. The question is whether the measure is time to walk four amot or an internal mental readiness criterion.
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When exactly does the four-amot waiting period begin — at the conclusion of the Amidah text or after pesi'ot acharonot (taking three steps back and reciting oseh shalom)?
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Does the four-amot waiting requirement apply when one intends to pray a second prayer at the same spot rather than returning to one's original place?
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Does reciting Ashrei between Shacharit and Mussaf satisfy the waiting requirement between consecutive Amidah prayers?
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