What verbal formula should one recite upon entering the synagogue before prayer?
Synopsis
The Zohar prescribes reciting 'Va'ani b'rov chasdecha' upon entering the synagogue. One should only add 'Eshta'chaveh el heikhal kodshecha b'yiratecha' if wearing tefillin.
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