Every night of my childhood this was part of my bedtime routine. As a parent and as a grandparent, I listened as to my youngsters reverently recite the same words. It marked the end of each day, lifting minds and hearts to our Maker[1]. Little did I know that all that time it had a companion piece, another bookend on the night that was prayed just as reverently by Jewish children as they woke up.
...May 28, 2025
