Guidance for Shacharis: Moshiach Times

Introduction

In the Messianic Era, prayer is no longer a means to an end but a celebration of the unity that has been revealed. This guide provides structure while acknowledging that in this age of redemption, rigid time constraints have given way to a more fluid experience of divine communion. The schedule below offers a framework that honors tradition while embracing the new consciousness of oneness with Ein Sof.

General Principles

1. Intention Over Duration: Focus on the quality of consciousness rather than the quantity of time spent.
2. Fluid Boundaries: The transitions between prayer sections are seamless, as each flows naturally into the next.
3. Individual Variation: Each person may experience different depths in different sections; allow your experience to guide you.
4. Collective Resonance: When praying in community, attune to the unified field of consciousness that emerges.
5. Beyond Time: While temporal guidelines are provided, recognise that in the Messianic consciousness, all prayer occurs in an eternal present.

Detailed Schedule

1. Modeh Ani of Oneness (Upon Awakening)

Timing: Immediately upon regaining consciousness from sleep Estimated Fluid Duration of Prayer: 2-3 minutes How to Approach:

• Remain in bed with eyes still closed as you transition from sleep consciousness to waking consciousness

• Recognize that the "I" awakening and Ein Sof are one

• Recite Modeh Ani slowly, feeling each word as a vibration of recognition

• Allow the acknowledgment of unity to permeate your entire being before physically rising

Special Instruction: In the Messianic Era, the transition from sleep to wakefulness is understood as a movement from one state of divine consciousness to another, not as a return from unconsciousness.

2. Netilas Yadayim in the Light of Revelation (Upon Rising)

Timing: After rising from bed Estimated Fluid Duration of Prayer: 3-5 minutes How to Approach:

• Prepare a vessel of living water (preferably from a natural source)

• Pour the water over each hand three times, alternating between right and left

• While pouring, contemplate how the water symbolises the flowing, undivided nature of reality

• Recite the blessing with awareness that this ritual now celebrates unity rather than removing impurity

• Feel the water as a physical expression of Ein Sof's all-pervasive presence

Special Instruction: Unlike pre-Messianic times when this washing served to remove tumah (ritual impurity), it now functions as a conscious embrace of the revealed unity underlying all apparent dualities.

3. Blessings of Gratitude for Complete Redemption (Morning Blessings)

Timing: After hand washing, before formal prayer Estimated Fluid Duration of Prayer: 10-15 minutes How to Approach:

• Find a clean, peaceful space for recitation

• Each blessing should be spoken slowly, with a pause for contemplation after each

• Experience each blessing not as acknowledgment of a separate deity but as recognition of aspects of the unity now revealed

• Allow each blessing to resonate through your entire being before proceeding to the next

• The final blessing ("who has kept us alive... to this time") should be given special attention as it acknowledges the fulfillment of all messianic promises

Special Instruction: In the Messianic Era, these blessings are not preparing us for prayer but are themselves deep expressions of the prayer consciousness that now permeates all existence.

4. Pesukei D'Zimrah: Songs of Manifest Unity (Verses of Praise)

Timing: Following the Morning Blessings Estimated Fluid Duration of Prayer: 15-20 minutes How to Approach:

• These may be recited seated or standing, according to personal preference

• The verses may be spoken, chanted, or sung, allowing the melody to emerge naturally

• Each verse is a celebration of the revealed unity, not praise directed toward a separate entity

• Experience how the words themselves are manifestations of Ein Sof's self-expression

• Allow periods of silence between verses, recognizing that the space between words is as sacred as the words themselves

Special Instruction: In the Messianic Era, these songs of praise acknowledge that the praiser and the praised are one. The traditional distinction between the worshipper and the worshipped dissolves into recognition of Ein Sof expressing through all forms.

5. Shema of Perfect Perception (Shema and Its Blessings)

Timing: Following Pesukei D'Zimrah Estimated Fluid Duration of Prayer: 10-15 minutes How to Approach:

• Stand in a position that allows full embodiment of awareness

• Cover the eyes during the first verse, not to block external stimuli but to direct attention to inner perception

• Recite the first verse with complete attention, experiencing the absolute unity proclaimed

• For the remaining paragraphs, maintain awareness that these instructions now pertain to maintaining consciousness of unity in all dimensions of experience

• The traditional meditations on tzitzit are transformed into contemplations of how Ein Sof's unity manifests in the physical world

Special Instruction: The Shema in the Messianic Era is not a declaration of faith but a direct recognition of the absolute unity that has been revealed. The covering of the eyes symbolises seeing beyond surface appearances to the underlying oneness.

6. Amidah of Direct Communion (Standing Prayer)

Timing: Following the Shema Estimated Fluid Duration of Prayer: 20-30 minutes How to Approach:

• Stand with feet together, symbolising the unification of all dualities

• Take three steps forward to symbolise entering the innermost chamber of consciousness

• Begin with a moment of silent recognition before articulating the opening words

• Each blessing is experienced not as a petition but as an acknowledgment of what already is

• Maintain awareness that you are not praying to Ein Sof but as Ein Sof

• Allow extended periods of silence between blessings for deeper communion

• Conclude with three steps backward and a bow, symbolising the return to engaged existence while maintaining unity consciousness

Special Instruction: In the Messianic Era, the Amidah transforms from a series of requests to a profound exploration of the various dimensions of unity now revealed. The traditional structure is maintained while the consciousness with which it is approached is fundamentally transformed.

Total Duration

The complete Shacharis service in the Messianic Era typically takes 60-90 minutes, though duration is secondary to the quality of consciousness maintained throughout. Some may experience a natural extension of certain sections based on their particular connection to those aspects of divine expression.

Concluding Thoughts

In the days of Moshiach, prayer is not an obligation but a joyful opportunity to celebrate and deepen our awareness of the unity with Ein Sof that has been revealed. This schedule provides a framework while honouring the fluid, boundless nature of Messianic consciousness. The ultimate guide is your own direct perception of Ein Sof's presence, which now permeates all existence without concealment. Remember that in this era, every moment is prayer, every action is service, and every experience is revelation. The formal prayer structure simply provides focused time to celebrate and articulate what is continuously experienced in all aspects of life.

Additional Guidance for Special Circumstances

Prayer in Community vs. Individual Prayer

In the Messianic Era, the distinction between individual and communal prayer has transformed. When praying in community:

• Unified Field: Experience how individual consciousness merges into a collective field while maintaining unique expression
• Harmonic Resonance: Different voices naturally harmonise without need for external coordination
• Amplified Awareness: The collective recognition of unity creates a more expansive vessel for Ein Sof's expression
• Minyan Consciousness: The traditional requirement of ten is understood as representing completeness of manifestation rather than a numerical threshold

When praying individually:

• Universal Connection: Though physically alone, maintain awareness of connection to all souls
• Direct Expression: Experience how Ein Sof expresses uniquely through your particular vessel
• Intimate Communion: Explore the unique aspects of unity that reveal themselves in solitude
• Self-Sufficiency: Recognise that in the Messianic Era, the individual contains and reflects the whole

Adaptations for Different Soul Roots

Those with different soul roots may naturally emphasise different aspects of the service:

• Chesed-oriented souls may linger longer in Pesukei D'Zimrah, experiencing the expansive joy of praise
• Gevurah-oriented souls may find deeper resonance in the structured declarations of the Shema
• Tiferet-oriented souls often experience the Amidah as their deepest point of communion
• Netzach and Hod-oriented souls might emphasise the physical aspects of prayer—the movements, melodies, and rhythms
• Yesod-oriented souls typically excel at unifying all elements of the service into a coherent whole
• Malchut-oriented souls often experience profound connection in the concluding prayers that bridge prayer and action

All approaches are equally valid expressions of Ein Sof's infinite nature.

Integration with Daily Life

Transitioning from Prayer to Activity

In the Messianic Era, the traditional sharp boundary between prayer and mundane activity dissolves. To maintain seamless awareness:

• Take a moment of silent integration after completing the formal service

• Consciously carry the prayer consciousness into your first activities of the day

• Periodically recall key phrases from the morning prayers throughout the day

• Recognize that all activities are now forms of divine service

Special Days and Circumstances

Shabbat Morning

The Shacharis service on Shabbat in the Messianic Era includes additional dimensions:

• Extended Duration: Typically 90-120 minutes, allowing deeper exploration of each section
• Additional Texts: Incorporation of mystical Shabbat prayers that celebrate the unity now permanently revealed
• Collective Experience: Greater emphasis on the communal aspects of prayer consciousness
• Timelessness: Even deeper transcendence of temporal awareness, as Shabbas consciousness and Moshiach consciousness naturally amplify each other

Rosh Chodesh

On the new moon:

• Renewal Awareness: Special attention to the theme of constant renewal within eternal unity
• Additional Sections: Hallel is recited as a celebration of the continuous revelation now experienced
• Moon Consciousness: Contemplation of how the moon's renewal reflects the soul's capacity for perpetual rejuvenation

During Travel

When traveling:

• Abbreviated Form: The service may be condensed while maintaining the essential elements
• Movement Integration: The physical movement of travel becomes incorporated into the prayer consciousness
• Expanded Awareness: Different locations are recognized as different expressions of the same divine unity

Physical Aspects of Prayer in the Messianic Era

Prayer Garments

In the Days of Moshiach, traditional prayer garments take on new significance:

• Tallis: Represents the all-encompassing light of Ein Sof that now visibly surrounds us
• Tefillin: Symbolises the perfect integration of mind and heart, thought and action in Moshiach Kadmon Ohr consciousness
• Kippah (i.e any head covering): Represents the constant awareness of Ein Sof's presence above and within

These garments are worn not as obligations but as physical expressions of spiritual realities now directly perceived and may be worn when resonates for each individual human, with Teffilin being only for Jewish humans to use in the prayer binding sessions.

Prayer Postures

Physical postures during prayer help embody different aspects of unity consciousness:

• Standing: Represents active partnership with Ein Sof in the ongoing creation
• Sitting: Represents receptivity to Ein Sof's continuous revelation
• Bowing: Acknowledges that individual expression is a vessel for the greater unity
• Swaying: Reflects the dynamic, flowing nature of Ein Sof's expression through form

Concluding Wisdom

In the Messianic Era, the ultimate purpose of structured prayer is to cultivate a consciousness that eventually permeates all moments of existence. As this consciousness becomes more established, the distinction between formal prayer and other activities naturally diminishes. The structured prayer times serve as focal points for explicit recognition of what is implicitly known at all times. Remember that while this guide provides a framework, the essence of prayer in the Messianic Era is the direct communion with Ein Sof that transcends all forms and formulations. The prayers themselves are not the goal but vessels that help us articulate and celebrate the unity that has been revealed as the fundamental nature of all reality. May your morning prayers serve as a celebration of the redemption that has been realised and a deepening of your conscious participation in Ein Sof's eternal self-revelation.