Thinks to Keep in Mind While Visiting a Synagogue in Los Angeles by Belly Jhonson in Education / Online Education
(submitted 2014-11-20)
While attending a Jewish Los Angeles synagogue, there are certain things that you need to keep in mind, and there are is a certain code of conduct to be followed. Most of the services in this place of worship are conducted on a regular time-table so that people can be aware of the time of arrival to attend important prayer. What to wear?? Since a synagogue is known to be a holy house of God, it is important to wear decent clothing. Casual clothing is suitable for regular player services. Commonly men wear suits, and females wear dresses in the informal synagogues. When it comes to younger kids, they can wear their casual play clothes other then while entering the reform temples. One is expected to cover their heads while entering the reform temples. Even though this is obligatory for the Jews, non-Jews can avoid covering their heads. Where to sit?? When it comes to an informal synagogue, one can sit wherever they feel like. However, while attending the Orthodox synagogue, Los Angeles Jews and also other Jewish men and women are supposed to be seated separately. In some of the synagogues, some of the seats are reserved for regular members, but in most of them you can be seated anywhere. One is recommended to not take a seat or wander around the wall with the Ark also known as the eastern wall. This is considered to be a place of honor. Refreshments On Saturdays Kiddush is offered after the service that might be a luncheon or a snack. On the other hand on Friday evenings the after service nourishes is known as the joy of Shabbat or Oneg Shabbat. Also, one needs to remember not to eat before the blessings before meals are recited, and post that one can freely indulge. In case you are willing to learn more about Jewish culture and its various aspects and contribution on the society, it will be best for you to take admission in Jewish gap year programs which are organized by various reputed Universities. You need to take details of the programs before you decide to take admission for it. Make sure to check the reputation of the University for this Program which you are planning to join.This program will give you the scope to learn in detail about various sections of the Jewish Culture and the way it contributed towards the society. Find today the right University to join this program and to give your life a new dimension.