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For those who can't fast, Lau asked that they take on a "ta'anit dibur," a practice in which one By subscribing I accept the abstains from all speech that does not concern or prayer.

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"Difficult days are affecting all of Israel and the entire world," wrote Lau in a letter on Sunday. "At this time, it is on us to do some soul-searching." If your poor posture is causing you back pain, try this simple fix. The chief rabbi called for everyone to better their ways concerning commandments which determine behavior between each person and their fellow and concerning commandments between man and G-d.

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The rabbi asked all who can to fast for at least half a day on Wednesday. For those who can't fast due to the difficulty or because of health reasons, Lau asked that they take on a "ta'anit dibur," a practice in which one abstains from all speech that does not concern Torah or prayer. Satmar rebbe of Kiryas Yoel diagnosed with coronavirus Lau also asked that during the afternoon prayers of , people add the , prayers for forgiveness, that are recited as part of a practice observed by some on the eve of the first day of each month called " Katan," a Minor Day of Atonement, including and supplication. Those praying without a minyan, a congregation of ten, should also say the Selichot.

"The good Lord will listen to our prayers and answer us and redeem us from all the [Photos] Cop Stumped When Baby Bear Refuses To Move, Looks Closer And Realizes harsh decrees, He will save in His great mercy his people Israel and all the children He Has To Act Fast of the world who need it. A petition looking to Divine Mercy," concluded Lau. Sponsored - giveitlove Jewish communities throughout the world have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic, with many communities temporarily shuttering synagogues, schools and community establishments in order to prevent the spread of the virus.

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