תפילות שבת

Shabbat candles are traditionally lit 18 minutes before sunset on Friday evening. Some communities light earlier, up to 40 minutes before sunset. The Am Hazak app provides accurate candle lighting times based on your location.

Kiddush is a blessing recited over wine to sanctify Shabbat and Jewish holidays. On Friday night, Kiddush is recited before the Shabbat meal, after returning from synagogue. It includes verses from Genesis about the creation of Shabbat.

Shabbat services include additional prayers not recited on weekdays, including Kabbalat Shabbat (welcoming the Sabbath), the Musaf (additional) service, and special Torah readings. The Amidah prayer also has a different middle section specific to Shabbat.