Prayer · Orach Chaim 236

Shema at Night

8 questions · 27 opinions

How many blessings accompany Shema at Maariv, and what are they?

2 opinions across 2 eras

Is it permitted to speak between the blessing of Geulah (redemption) and the Maariv Amidah?

3 opinions across 2 eras

Is it permitted to announce Rosh Chodesh (or other needs of the Amidah) between Kaddish and the Maariv Amidah?

3 opinions across 2 eras

Permitted Interruptions

Should one stand or sit when reciting the 18 verses (Baruch Hashem leolam / paragraph before the Maariv Amidah)?

5 opinions across 2 eras

Standing vs. Sitting

What is the status of reciting the 18 verses (Baruch Hashem leolam / Yiru Einenu) before the Maariv Amidah — obligatory or merely custom?

3 opinions across 2 eras

Obligatory vs. Custom

If one arrives at synagogue and finds the congregation has already recited Shema and is about to begin the Amidah, should one pray the Amidah with them first and recite Shema afterward, or recite Shema first to maintain the order?

4 opinions across 2 eras

Communal Prayer Priority

After the blessing 'Shomer amo Yisrael la'ad,' does one answer Amen after one's own blessing?

4 opinions across 2 eras

Amen After One's Own Blessing

When reciting 'HaMelech bikhvodo' (the conclusion of Yiru Einenu), should one intend the word 'yimlokh' (may He reign) as a prayer/request or as a statement of praise?

3 opinions across 2 eras

Proper Intention for HaMelec…