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Prayer · Orach Chaim 91

Preparing for Prayer

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Must one cover their heart/torso (not just their lower body) before praying?

5 opinions across 2 eras

Clothing Coverage

Must one wear a belt (gartel/avnet) specifically during prayer (Shemoneh Esrei)?

4 opinions across 2 eras

Belt Requirement

Is it forbidden to utter God's name with an uncovered head?

5 opinions across 2 eras

Mentioning God's Name

Does placing one's own hand on one's head constitute a valid head covering for prayer?

5 opinions across 2 eras

What Counts as Coverage

What type of head covering is minimally required for prayer?

3 opinions across 2 eras

Minimum Standard

Must the legs be covered during prayer?

4 opinions across 2 eras

May one pray while wearing a money-belt (apundeto/taska)?

3 opinions across 2 eras

Clothing and Accessories

Must Torah scholars specifically pray while wrapped (meatef) in a garment?

5 opinions across 2 eras

Wrapping in Garment

Does the belt requirement apply to Kriat Shema and other blessings, or only to Shemoneh Esrei?

2 opinions across 2 eras

Should one pray while adopting an attitude of awe as if standing before a king?

2 opinions