The Koren NCSY Siddur, Ashkenaz

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.