Rabbi Yaakov Sinai Explains If Torah Blessings Are Required Before Selichot Prayers

By כיכר השבת, הרב יעקב סיני

First reported by Behadrei Haredim · Aug 20, 2026

What happened

Rabbi Yaakov Sinai discusses whether Torah blessings must be recited before Selichot prayers during the Days of Repentance, clarifying a common halachic question.

• 01Rabbi Yaakov Sinai addresses the obligation to recite Torah blessings before Selichot prayers.
• 02Selichot are recited early morning or before midnight during the Days of Repentance.
• 03The discussion is part of Sinai's daily halachic series, "Kol Sinai, Halacha Order."
• 04A musical piece titled "Arset" by King Halpagot accompanies the teaching.
• 05Viewers can watch the segment and access previous lessons online.

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Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewAug 20, 2026

Rabbi Yaakov Sinai Explains If Torah Blessings Are Required Before Selichot Prayers

Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewAug 20, 2026

Rabbi Shabtai Levi Advises on Saying Selichot During the Day and Precautions on Eve of the Holiday

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