Friday, December 17, 2010

Jewish Rituals in the Morning: While Washing

Judaism considers the working of the human body an act of God. Jewish tradition contains a series of prayers with which we can thank God for our bodies. However, the following short prayer is more appropriate for young children. Since cleanliness of the body is considered essential for purity of the spirit, it is appropriate to recite this blessing before washing.


Baruch atah, Adonai, asher yatzar et ha-adam b’chochmah.
We praise You, Eternal God. Thank you for my body. It is a miracle!
From the Union for Reform Judaism

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