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A: Why is the beracha of Shehechiyanu phrased in the plural? The Sefer Chassidim (composed during 1185 - 1215 by Judah HeHasid) says that the reason Shehechiyanu is phrased in the plural is because had it been phrased in a singular language, there are times when it could be viewed as if it were a blessing in vain. The Sefer Chassidim (siman 839) writes: ... (more) |
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