Artscroll Siddur: Nusach Sefard (Artscroll Mesorah Series) Hardcover – May 1, 1985

Very fasting shipping.one week I had get this book.

I have used Artscroll for prayer books for many, many years. I was hopeful that this siddur was the quality I was used to and I was not disappointed. I just needed another one and this is what I expected. If you aren't familiar with Artscroll, there is no comparison. It is easy to read with notations that make praying doable for the novice and includes all the necessary for everyone else. This is Hebrew-English edition.

Aside from the annoyance of having all transliterations in ashkenazic pronunciation ("shabbat" -> "shabbos," etc.), this is a spectacular siddur, full of information that can help those who don't know all the traditional laws and customs of Jewish prayer learn. I love the "laws" section in the back, and really appreciate the instructions throughout on when to stand, bow, etc. If it had a little more commentary, it could almost replace my rabbi!My understanding is that the sephard versions still have the ashkenaz-style transliteration, but are organized a little differently to fit sephardic services better.But be careful when ordering, because there are a lot of editions, and amazon doesn't always describe them accurately. Probably the best for everyday use is the pocket-size hard cover, because it's small but durable. But here are the ISBNs of the various editions of the Complete Artscroll Siddur:0-89906-650-X = full-size hardcover ashkenaz0-89906-654-2 = pocket-size hardcover ashkenaz0-89906-655-0 = pocket-size paperback ashkenaz0-89906-657-7 = full-size hardcover sephard0-89906-658-5 = pocket-size hardcover sephard0-89906-659-3 = pocket-size paperback sephardNote also that Amazon doesn't always send out the correct version. I ordered a pocket-size paperback ashkenaz edition, for example, and received the full-size hardcover ashkenaz. But amazon will take it back and replace it for free if they make a mistake, which is one more reason I keep buying stuff here.

If you know your way around a prayer book, you'll love this one. It has absolutely everything you need!

This was ordered for my son. My son said that this seller deserves a 5-star review. He was very impressed with the product. He said that the quality was excellent. He was also pleased that the seller made note of the special delivery instructions and ensured that his order was sent via USPS. This was extremely important as he is incarcerated and only mail delivered by USPS is allowed.

I scored two off-priced here and I’m thrilled. I would have, and I have paid regular retail so I jumped at this opportunity.We daven Sefard in our shul. Look for your proper nusach and you are set throughout the day, shabbos and the yom tovim.

It was perfect to store in my tote bag that I carry everywhere!

This is the second siddur I have bought, the first one being a transliterated artscroll siddur in ashkenazi, which I wish I would have bought in sephardic instead, but at the time I didn't know the difference in translation. I prefer the sephardic because most of the endings of words are what is quoted in the congregation I attend... (for instance: ashkenazi= shabbos, sephardic= shabbat) this siddur covers more prayers than I knew existed, but of course, I have only been on this journey for 8 months. The typeset is fairly easy to read, and the binding seems to be holding together well. My two complaints are that the siddur came out of the package slightly damaged ( there was a slight tear at the top of the cover of the binding, and a few of the pages are quite wrinkled. But this siddur will be with me for a long time, I hope. I love having hebrew on one side, and english on the other. It is helping me to learn hebrew.

Most recent edition.Well bound.Made of the finest materials!

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I think this Siddur is great for people who is starting on this huge world that is davening. The only problem is the letters are too small, so difficult to read for those who are not used to read Hebrew, and it is a little bit confusing when gets to the point where you need a minyan or not. But translation is very good and very good complements.

This siddur is the book we wake up with, to pray at home and at shul. Most of the modern orthodox congregations use Artcroll as the chumash, siddur, and mahzor in their shul. Sometimes reading the notation is so fascinating, indicating that tzadikim are involved throughout the editorial process. Most useful is the indications on when to bow, stand, repeat. This is prayer, flowing naturally and guiding you even if you are a beginner. If this siddur is to be gifted to geir or non-observant, guidance should be offered. This is however the style and viewpoint of the haredim, with their belief of superiority to other congregations. For the conservative, egalitarian, liberal or reform movements, this book will grate at your belief systems. Since I am modern orthodox, I ignore some of the insensitive and stale views expressed in this siddur. When reading a textbook, expect bias and intolerance. I have friendly relations with other styles of orthodoxy, but prefer chabad for their openess to other people.The binding survives heavy usage because of the quality. Naturally, Amazon is the best price on the internet.

highly recommend for daily prayers, this si a must, just rememebr to have a pair of reading glasses because this is the small text version