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Birkat Chatanim | More (or perhaps less) Than You Thought...
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- KMTT - the Torah Podcast
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- Jun 10, 2026
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Summary
Birkat Chatanim | More (or perhaps less) Than You Thought... by Rav Yitzchak Etshalom We are all familiar with ברכת חתנים, although generally in its more common referent - "Sheva Berakhot". We examine the sources and the divided practice of Bavel vs. Eretz Yisrael regarding how many Berakhot are said - and propose an explanation for the need for "Panim Chadashot" (a "new face" at the celebration) which is required to justify re-reciting these Berakhot at a feast given to honor the new couple. This shiur was lovingly given in honor of the forthcoming marriage of our son, Kovy to his בחירת לב, Zoe. May their lives always be filled with שפע ברכות...seven times over. Source sheet >>