As we move through these Days of Awe, we hope that these readings and excerpts from Sha’ar HaShamayim, our Stephen Wise Temple machzor, will deepen your worship and High Holy Days experience.

Source of Blessing, we give thanks for the myriad of miracles that You bestow upon us daily.

As we humbly ask for Your blessings upon this sacred community, we acknowledge Your blessings that even now fill our lives with wonder and meaning.

May we rejoice in the splendor of Your creation.

May we commit ourselves to preserving this world and its inhabitants.

May we appreciate the love and encouragement of those close to us.

May we earn the trust, respect, and friendship of our fellow humans, near and far.

May we delight in true companionship and understanding.

May we open our hearts and minds to one another.

— Rabbi Josh Knobel