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?
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.
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