Rules and Customs in Judaism

This collection aims to provide a concise information on most best-selling Hebrew daily use in the synagogue and at home. We have tried to convey only general rules and customs that performs the entire Jewish world - the Ashkenazim by Sephardim. We here do not include variety of local customs, which are individual character of different communities and cities.

"Rules and Manners" are intended for general orientation while trying to execution of religious practice in the proper form. Necessary to explain the historical and religious significance of Jewish laws, rules and customs have been omitted, despite their critical importance in the development of religious practice.

This book is a brief guide and not a decisive Shulchan Aruch-. Emerging issues and doubts should be directed to the knowledgeable person.

Our goal will be achieved if the proposed book will be useful in the performance of religious traditions, hallowed for centuries.

D.I. KOTLYAR