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  2. The Shema, one of the most important (and shortest) prayers in Jewish liturgy, is surrounded by three long blessings. The first two, which thank God for creation and revelation precede the Shema. The third, which thanks God for redemption, follows the Shema.

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  3. No, it should not be omitted. It's not a blessing, they are verses from the Torah which anyone can (and should) recite. Reply

  4. Dec 26, 2011 · In its entirety, the Shema consists of three paragraphs: Deuteronomy 6:49, Deuteronomy 11:13–21 and Numbers 15:37–41. Its recitation twice daily (morning and evening) is a biblical commandment.

  5. Shema is technically not a prayer. It consists of three biblical paragraphs: Deuteronomy 6:4 –9, 11:13–21, and Numbers 15:37 –41.

  6. The Shema is one of only two prayers that are specifically commanded in Torah (the other is Birkat Ha-Mazon -- grace after meals). It is the oldest fixed daily prayer in Judaism, recited morning and night since ancient times.

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