Is it permitted to engage in idle conversation during the prayer leader's repetition of the Amidah?
Synopsis
Idle conversation during the prayer leader's repetition is prohibited; the transgression is grave and one should be rebuked. However, the head of the Beit Din may answer questions during this time if necessary.
More in Repetition of Amidah
Who is obligated to listen to the prayer leader's repetition of the Amidah in order to fulfill their obligation?
4 opinions
May a prayer leader who enters the synagogue during the congregation's silent prayer immediately lead the repetition without first praying silently?
3 opinions
Must the prayer leader wait for all congregation members who are still praying, including prominent individuals, before leading the repetition?
4 opinions
What must the congregation do during the prayer leader's repetition of the Amidah?
4 opinions
What is the appropriate way to respond 'Amen' to blessings?
4 opinions
What intention (kavana) should one have when responding Amen?
4 opinions
What should one do if one forgot to say a required addition like 'Ya'aleh v'Yavo' and already completed the Amidah?
3 opinions
If one finishes their own Amidah before the prayer leader finishes their repetition, may one answer Amen to the prayer leader's blessings?
4 opinions
Related from other topics
If one failed to concentrate during the Avot blessing, must one repeat the Amidah?
Kavvanah in Prayer
Is one permitted to sit within four cubits if engaged in prayer-related study?
Not Passing Before Someone Praying
Is one permitted to sit within four cubits if engaged in Torah study not related to prayer?
Not Passing Before Someone Praying
If one passes gas during prayer and the smell lingers, where does one resume prayer after the smell dissipates?
Bodily Needs During Prayer
If one urgently needs to pass gas during prayer and cannot hold back, must one walk backward four cubits before doing so?
Bodily Needs During Prayer
Is it permitted to pass gas at all during prayer, or must one hold back even at the cost of discomfort?
Bodily Needs During Prayer
Discussion
Discussion coming soon.
The Daily Law
One question. Every opinion. Every morning.
A new halakhic question and the full spectrum of rabbinic thought, delivered daily.