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During the Aliyot

This is an archive of prayers for using during the Torah Reading service, after each of the Aliyot. This section contains many “Mi sheberakh” prayers offered on behalf of the individuals receiving the honor of the Aliyah, as well as for the well-being of those who may be suffering in the congregation.

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מי שברך על קבלת שם עברי | Mi sheBerakh on Receiving a Hebrew Name as an Adult

The names of our ancestors reflect the diverse tapestry of experiences and cultures they encountered including the names of those who joined our families from neighboring people and regional societies. In giving and receiving Hebrew names, we honor the names of all our ancestors whose “names may be remembered for a blessing” (zekher livrakha). Of the ancestors mentioned in the mi sheberakh (“May the one who blessed our forefathers and foremothers…”), I wanted to make certain to include Mordekhai and Esther, names of figures distinguished in their being both native to their Diasporan roots (Marduk and Ishtar), as well as elevated by the heroic, brave action of their namesakes. If there are figures from the Tanakh that are important to you, that are a kesher (connection) between you and the identity contained within our stories, then please feel free to include them in your mi sheberakh. . . .

Categories: During the Aliyot

Tags: 21st century C.E., 58th century A.M., Jewish identity, מי שברך mi sheberakh, naming ceremonies

Contributor(s): Sarah Chandler, Mollie Andron and Aharon N. Varady

מִי שֶׁבֵּרָךְ לִמְקַבְּלֵי שֵׁם אֱמֶת אַחַר אִשּׁוּר מְגַדְּרִי | Mi sheBerakh for those receiving a true name after gender confirmation, by Isaac Gantwerk Mayer

A Mi sheBerakh prayer, in the manner of those used during the Torah service, to honor those receiving a true Hebrew name reflecting their gender after undergoing gender confirmation. . . .

Categories: During the Aliyot, 🌐 Transgender Day of Visibility (March 31st)

Tags: 21st century C.E., 58th century A.M., gender transition, LGBTQIA+, מי שברך mi sheberakh, naming ceremonies, North America, transgender prayer

Contributor(s): Isaac Gantwerk Mayer

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ויהי נעם אדני אלהינו עלינו ומעשה ידינו כוננה עלינו ומעשה ידינו כוננהו "May the pleasantness of אדֹני our elo’ah be upon us; may our handiwork be established for us — our handiwork, may it be established." –Psalms 90:17

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