Minyan on the move

Hi,

In the merit of Gilad, Naftali and Eyal:

There are times when a minyan needs to move in the middle of davening. Ideally, this should not happen between the amidah and the kaddish shalem afterward, since this kaddish, with its titkabel request, concludes that portion of prayer. However, if there is a need to move, they may do so.

(Rivivot Ephraim 1:112)

המצפה לישועה,
Mordechai

Prayer and diapers

Hi,

One may not pray in a room in which he can see or smell dirty diapers. However, cloth diapers which have been washed and are clean are not a problem.

(Rivivot Ephraim 1:70)

Have a great day,
Mordechai

Makom kavua - a set place for prayer

Hi,

We are taught that one should designate a set place ("makom kavua") as his usual site for prayer. This rule is meant to enhance one's concentration, and it applies specifically to the amidah, although it is good to have a set place for other prayers as well.

(Rivivot Ephraim 1:67)

Have a great day,
Mordechai

Where we stand while reciting the Amidah

Hi,

Ideally, one should recite the amidah in a low area, but this is not a requirement. It must not be elevated more than 3 tefach (about 11 inches), though.

(Rav Moshe Feinstein, Igrot Moshe Orach Chaim 2:26)

Have a great day,
Mordechai