Highlighted entries are Halachah-related
PRELUDE
Why is the custom to recite the verse "Ohr Zaru'a la'Tzadik" prior to Kol Nidrei?
What is the source for this declaration? Who recites it? What sort of sinner requires this permission to join the Tzibur?
ANNULLING VOWS
Does Kol Nidrei aim to permit the vows of the past year, or of the coming year? What was the original text, and why was it amended? What is the proper timing for Kol Nidrei?
SHEHECHEYANU
Why is Shehecheyanu recited aloud by the Chazan? Should each individual recite the Berachah as well? Who does not recite Shehecheyanu at this point?
Why don't we recite Shehecheyanu over a Kos of wine, as we do on any other Yom Tov, and give it to child who is not fasting? If there is a Bris Milah on Yom Kippur, is a Kos used, and who drinks it?
