Siman 89 and 90: Davening Practices and Guidelines

These flashcards cover key concepts and rulings from Siman 89 and 90 regarding the practices and guidelines for davening.

What is the starting time for the mitzvah of Shema according to Siman 89?

The mitzvah of Shema begins at hanetz hachamah.

What fulfills the mitzvah of davening prior to the fourth hour?

Davening before the end of the fourth hour fulfills the mitzvah.

If one davened after the fourth hour but before midday, what is their status?

They have fulfilled the mitzvah but did not earn the reward for davening in the correct time.

What is Hanetz hachamah?

Hanetz is when the sun shines on the top of the mountains.

What should one be mindful of if forced to daven early?

One cannot recite the beracha on tefillin too early or read Shema for the mitzvah that early.

What should one do if they are unable to daven by the fourth hour due to intentional negligence?

They are still obliged to daven until midday but should have in mind that the tefila is voluntary.

What is prohibited after Amud hashachar?

It is prohibited to engage in personal needs or travel until shemone esrei has been recited.

When can one recite Kiddush?

The obligation to recite Kiddush does not begin until one has davened.

What must one do if they start eating before Alos hashachar?

They must stop eating once amud hashachar arrives.

Is it permissible to study Torah during the time for davening?

It is prohibited to begin studying Torah when the time for davening arrives.

What should one do if they are traveling and reach a city with a minyan?

They are obligated to travel to daven with a minyan within four mil.

How should one set a place for davening in their home?

One should establish a permanent place to daven so that family members do not distract them.

What is the ruling regarding davening in front of a rebbi?

One may not daven next to or in front of one's rebbi, but may daven behind them.

What should one do when entering a Bais Haknesses before davening?

One should enter the length of two doorways before beginning to daven.

What is the significance of facing Yerushalayim while davening?

One must open windows or doorways towards Yerushalayim to daven facing them.

When is it considered a mitzvah to run to the Bais Haknesses?

One should run to the Bais Haknesses to perform a mitzvah even on Shabbos when large steps are prohibited.