prayers

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Edmond de Rothschild did not live long enough to see the fulfillment of the Jewish prayers he and his family had long recited anticipating a Jewish return to Zion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

“The prayers, messages, flowers, meals, hugs, and countless acts of kindness have carried us through the most heartbreaking days of our lives,” they said in a note posted Friday on Samantha’s Instagram page.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

His wife had started to offer last rite prayers for his soul, she told AFP.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

"Our thoughts, prayers and condolences go out to his family, and all affected by this tragic loss at this incredibly difficult time."

From BBC • May 27, 2026

I remember my own brothers in my prayers every night.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan