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Rabbi Yaakov Sinai Explains Who Must Recite the 'Hagomel' Blessing After Summer Travels
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 1 day ago
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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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