Must one put on tefillin and recite morning blessings (Netilat Yadayim, Elokai Neshamah, Birkat HaTorah) before beginning any prayer if possible, even when arriving late?

PrayerMorning Blessings

Synopsis

The Chayei Adam (cited by Mishnah Berurah) rules that even when arriving late, one should at minimum say Netilat Yadayim, Elokai Neshamah, and Birkat HaTorah before beginning to pray.

Late Acharonim
Lenient
Strict
Lesser cited
Major authority

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