Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Ashes to the Empty Tomb
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Synagogue Service
Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks. John 4:23
Much like Christians today, the people who came to worship at the synagogue followed a familiar pattern.
When the first three stars could be seen on Friday evening, the hazzan blew the shofar to announce that the Sabbath had begun. People gathered at twilight to eat the Sabbath meal in their homes. The following morning, the community gathered in the synagogue building.
Synagogue services began with several blessings to God, followed by a recitation of the Shema: "Hear, 0 Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is one" (Deut. 6:4). Following this were readings from the Torah and the prophets, a short sermon, and probably prayers and worship as well.
Services ended with a benediction. If a priest was present to offer it, the Aaronic blessing from the Torah would be used.
"The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the LORD turn his face toward you and give you peace."' Numbers 6:24- 26
Prayer
Heavenly Father -- true worship of you is not a weekly activity but rather how I live my life in service to you and others 24/7. Help me always see that and not fall into a once a week routine. Amen
Heavenly Father -- true worship of you is not a weekly activity but rather how I live my life in service to you and others 24/7. Help me always see that and not fall into a once a week routine. Amen
Posted by Tim Hetzner at Monday, March 09. 2009 
Categories: Synagogue Service
Tags: Ashes to the Empty Tomb
Categories: Synagogue Service
Tags: Ashes to the Empty Tomb
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