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Rabbi Yaakov Sinai Explains Who Must Recite the 'Hagomel' Blessing After Summer Travels

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By כיכר השבת, הרב יעקב סיני

First reported by Behadrei Haredim · Aug 12, 2026

What happened

Rabbi Yaakov Sinai discusses the obligation and timing of reciting the 'Hagomel' blessing after summer travels, guiding those returning to study.

  • 01Rabbi Yaakov Sinai explains who must recite the 'Hagomel' blessing after summer travels.
  • 02The blessing is recited after surviving dangerous situations like long journeys during Bein Hazmanim.
  • 03He clarifies the deadline for saying the blessing.
  • 04The lesson is part of the daily halachic series 'Seder Halacha.'
  • 05Related teachings include blessings for visiting cemeteries before Elul.
  • 06The guidance is timely as many return to studies after the summer break.

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PlacesBein Hazmanim, Elul

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Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewAug 13, 2026
Rabbi Yaakov Sinai Explains Who Must Recite the 'Hagomel' Blessing After Summer Travels
Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewAug 12, 2026
Rabbi Shabtai Levi Explains How Often to Recite Birkat HaGomel After Short Trips

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