Hineni: Prayerbook Hebrew for Adults

In 136 clear, concise pages, Hineni: Prayerbook Hebrew for Adults prepares adult learners for full participation in Shabbat morning services. Adults acquire synagogue skills-and gain confidence!-as they learn. CONTENTS:Blessings, including Kiddush and candlelighting Birkat ShalomBar'chu Ein Kamocha, Av HarahamimMa'ariv Aravim,Yotzer Or Ki Mitziyon, L'cha AdonaiSh'ma Torah BlessingsV'ahavta Haftarah BlessingsMi Chamocha Ashrei, Etz Hayyim HiAvot V'imahot AleinuG'vurot KaddishK'dushah Ein KeloheinuHoda'ahSPECIAL FEATURES:"An Ethical Echo" connects the prayers to Jewish values.Alternative versions of the prayers reflect Reform, Conservative, and Reconstructionist practices."Back to the Sources" explains the origin of many prayers.A prayer dictionary allows for quick translation of prayer words.A chart shows the placement of the prayers in the service.ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Rabbi Nina Beth Cardin is the Director of Jewish Life at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore. Ordained at the Jewish Theological Seminary in 1988, Rabbi Cardin is the author of numerous articles and books, including The Tapestry of Jewish Time: A Spiritual Guide to Holidays and Life-Cycle Events (Behrman House). Ideal for parents to learn along with their children using Hineni in religious school.