In my previous blog post, I mentioned that both Rav David Lau and Rav Rimon published an additional prayer to be said before Vehi SheAmda. The previous blog post list Rav Lau’s Tefila. I didn’t have Rav Rimon’s Tefila at the time. Here it is.
My loose translation follows
We are privileged to belong to a generation of redemption, witnessing miracles that our ancestors never saw. We are blessed to witness the remarkable State of Israel and its formidable Army. Let us incorporate this prayer before Vehi SheAmda, entreating Hashem to strengthen our courageous soldiers, secure the return of hostages, hasten the recovery of the injured, and propel the fulfillment of our ultimate redemption swiftly in our lifetime. With Hashem’s guidance, may we be granted the experience of profound miracles in the near future..
[Rav] Yosef Tzvi Rimon
We express gratitude before you, Hashem, our God and the God of our Fathers.
For granting us the privilege to live in a generation witnessing the redemptive process and the establishment of our State.
For allowing us to witness the unwavering strength of our people.
For enabling us to experience miracles and wonders, as promised by your servants, our Prophets.
May it be Your will, Hashem, our God and the God of our Fathers, to strengthen and protect the soldiers of the IDF and our security forces, who safeguard our country and its cities of God.
Subdue and defeat our enemies who rise against us.
Shield our valiant warriors from adversity, distress, illness, and affliction.
Bestow blessings and success upon all their endeavors.
Restore the captured and the missing, in perfect health, both physically and psychologically.
Grant complete Heavenly healing to all who are injured.
Exact retribution for the spilled blood of Your servants.
Continue the process of redemption, both national and spiritual,
As You have always rescued us from those who seek our destruction.
Grant wisdom to our leaders and foster unity and love among us.
And let us say, Amen.
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