The Koren NCSY Siddur

The Koren NCSY Siddur is a collaboration between Koren and NCSY, the youth wing of the OU, and cements an exciting partnership to achieve NCSY’s mandate to Inspire the Jewish Future. It has been designed as a tool for young people to explore their relationship to their God, their people, their history, the values and religion of their people, and ultimately their own identity.

 Key innovative features:

–Commentary divided into four categories: Reflection, Connection, Learning, and Photographic commentary on the tefilla

–Unique layout encourages deeper connection to the prayers

–Appendices include: FAQs on tefilla collected from students and adults, practical guide to enhancing one’s kavana, useful bibliography, guide to the Jewish year, stories, and more.

–Thought-provoking questions, narratives, and quotes help the user think and feel beyond the standardized liturgy.

English translation by Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks.