Kabbalistic Ritual Promises Marriage for Singles on Hoshana Rabbah

A Kabbalistic ritual, believed to determine one's fate for the coming year, is being promoted as a means for singles to find a spouse this year. The practice centers around the night of Hoshana Rabbah, a time described in Kabbalistic texts as auspicious for blessings and good tidings, particularly for engagements.

The ritual involves prayers and intentions during specific hours, from midnight until the 'aravot' (willow branches) are beaten, a custom performed on Hoshana Rabbah. This year, Rabbi Binyamin Finkel, known as "Rabbi Binyamin the Righteous" and a supervisor at the Mir Yeshiva, is leading the prayer service.

Rabbi Finkel, along with numerous students from 'Rina Shel Torah' (Song of Torah), will be praying for individuals seeking marriage. Participants can have their names mentioned during the prayer, with the hope of finding a suitable match quickly and easily. The article emphasizes the efficacy of this tradition, citing ancient texts and the personal involvement of Rabbi Finkel, who is described as praying with tears and supplication.

'Rina Shel Torah' is organizing this event, referred to as 'Z'aka V'yeshua' (Cry and Salvation), which takes place near dawn on Hoshana Rabbah. The organization claims that many who participated last year have since gotten engaged, with their 'mazal tov' announcements filling the pages of Haredi newspapers. The article urges readers not to wait and to participate in the ritual for their own salvation in finding a spouse.