Minyan

A Minyan is the minimum number of Jewish adults (traditionally ten men) required for certain religious obligations and communal prayers, such as the recitation of Kaddish or public Torah reading. This concept emphasizes the importance of community in Jewish worship, where some rituals are considered too sacred to perform alone. The idea underscores collective participation and spiritual unity, fostering a sense of shared responsibility and connection within the congregation. While traditionally ten men are needed, some communities accept ten women or a mixed-gender group, depending on their customs.