Rabbi Erica Asch

Temple Beth El, Augusta, Maine

President, Central Conference of American Rabbis


Sovereign of All the World— Shield Israel beneath Your protective presence.

May all the inhabitants of Israel know physical safety.

May they find the comfort of community as they grieve together.

May they experience a renewed love for their country and its people.


Guide Israel’s leaders as they balance the necessity of safety and security with the suffering of the innocent.

May they act wisely, with determination and deliberation.


Implant within Israel’s citizens compassion, strength, and resolve.

May they be nourished by our love and support.


Our prayers are linked with the prayers of countless others as we remember Your ancient promise from the book of Second Samuel, “I will establish a home for my people Israel and will plant them firm so that they shall dwell secure and shall tremble no more … I will give you safety from your enemies.” (II Samuel 7:10–11)


At this time of danger and grief, may we have the audacity to pray for peace, just as our ancestors have done each time they were threatened and terror zed.

We pray that the people of Israel find wholeness and know tranquilly. We pray for shalom in the land we love.


haggadah Section: Hallel, Maror
Source: https://ravblog.ccarnet.org/2024/03/ccar-passover-haggadah-supplement-prayers-poems-songs-and-meditations-in-response-to-october-7/