How does one invite [others to recite a blessing]?

Midrash Aggadah Ein Yaakov, Berakhot 7:15

Curated by The Jewish Mythology Team · Published January 10, 2025

How does one invite [others to recite a blessing]? With three [people], one says "let us bless [God]". With three and himself, he says "bless [God]". Gemara (the rabbinic commentary on the Mishnah): Shmuel said, "A person should never exclude himself from the community

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Prayer Divine justice Music & Song Sin Blessing

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