For centuries the simple beauty of the 'Shemoneh Esrei' or 'Amidah' has been the heartfelt prayer of generations. In fact, the Lord's Prayer (Matthew 6) may be a masterful synopsis of the Shemoneh Esrei - 18 Blessings recalling God's Nature and Holiness, His Mercy and our own need for forgiveness. The desire of the soul to see God's Kingdom, to worship in His Presence, find comfort in His protection, and be satisfied by His daily provision.

The ancient refrains of the Amidah - 'The Prayer' - combine with the passionate music of Adlan Cruz to create an unforgettable journey through the past and present, touching the Eternal. Elisha Noy, an Israel Defense Force officer, and Rabbi Ralph Messer complete the Amidah in Hebrew and English prayer.

CD Tracks

1. The God of History
2. Sanctification of God
3. For Insight
4. For The Ingathering of Exiles
5. For Temple Service
6. Thanksgiving for God's Unfailing Mercies
7. Viduy - Confession
8. Viduy - Confession, continued
9. Avinu Malkeinu - Our Father, Our King
10. Tachanun - Entreaty
11. Tachanun - Entreaty, continued
12. Tachanun - Entreaty, continued
13. Liturgy
14. V'ahavta
15. Liturgy, continued
16. Shema
17. Blessings over Scripture
18. Blessings Over Scripture, continued

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