I see the following ten variables at play here:
- The calisthenics of proper prayer - when to move and what gestures are appropriate
- Symbolism in the physical environment - being comfortable in any minyan
- The vocabulary of prayer - what are the key trigger words
- Hebrew
- Introspection and self-examination
- Meditation and blocking out mental distractions
- God
- Repetition of ritual performance and maintaining a sense of purpose
- Music and training of the ear to the melodies of tefilla
- Balancing personal needs with communal benefit
Over the next few weeks I will be suggesting resources and ideas for developing these variables and methodology for evaluating their implementation.
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