30th of Kislev, 5785 / ל׳ כסלו תשפ״ה

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Music In The Synagogue

Halakhah, Modern Judaism, Shabbat

by Rabbi Shlomo Segal

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed here are that of the writer and do not necessarily represent the views of the Union for Traditional Judaism, unless otherwise indicated.

Rabbi Shlomo Segal discusses music  in the synagogue as part of his “Breakfast With the Rabbi” series.

The discussion includes:

  • Why musical instruments were used in the Temple in Jerusalem but are not used in the modern synagogue that observe traditional halakhic norms.
  • Whether using instrumental music in the modern synagogue violates the principle of avoiding forms of worship that imitate other religions.
  • Whistling on Shabbat.
  • Does instrumental music enhance prayer?

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