Let's start with a fundamental question about prayer: Why is it necessary for us to pray at all? After all, the Almighty doesn't need us to inform Him of our needs. He is fully aware of everything we require—health, sustenance, and more. As our Father in Heaven, it seems reasonable to assume He would act like any loving parent, taking care of His children without waiting for a request. A parent who knows their child is in need will help without hesitation. Why should God be any different?

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One of the most significant aspects of our lives is the relationships we build, and these relationships are grounded in communication. Prayer, whether for a specific need, to express gratitude, or simply to include God in our lives, provides context and substance to our relationship with the Almighty.

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Praying for the welfare of others adds a profound dimension to prayer. One of the earliest references to prayer in the Torah involves praying on behalf of someone else. In Genesis 20:17, we read:

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"Abraham then prayed to God, and God healed Abimelech and

his wife, and his female servants, so that they bore children."

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From this story, Rava, a prominent Talmudic sage, derives a significant principle: “Anyone who asks for compassion from Heaven on behalf of another, and who requires compassion from Heaven concerning the same matter, is answered first.”

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The renowned commentator Rashi explains that the section about Sarah’s conception of Isaac (Genesis 21:1) is placed next to Abraham’s prayers for Abimelech’s wife and maids to conceive (Genesis 20:17-18) to teach us that if a person prays for someone else’s needs when they themselves need the same thing, they will be answered first.

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This incident in Abraham's life is notable for several reasons. Most strikingly, Abraham prayed for someone who had previously taken his wife Sarah. It was only due to God’s intervention, including a severe warning, that a worse outcome was avoided. Nevertheless, Abraham prayed for Abimelech and his household without being asked.

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This perspective on prayer—as something we should offer even for those who might owe us an apology—is extraordinary. We often think of prayer for healing as something we do for those within our social circles or for national causes, like praying for Israel or victims of war. However, the model of prayer presented here extends beyond our immediate circle, even to those who might have wronged us.

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Praying for an enemy’s healing is a form of forgiveness, even when they haven’t asked for it. Such prayers can sometimes be an appeal for healing in our own relationships or in our collective connections. As the saying goes, “Heal us and we shall be healed,” suggesting that we are seeking healing not just for individuals but for the relationships and connections that bind us together.

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We started this non-profit to address a profound and often overlooked truth: the act of praying for others is not only an expression of compassion but also a source of personal healing and transformation. For those grappling with sickness or struggles in their own lives, the Torah teaches us that by stepping beyond ourselves and praying for someone else in need, we unlock blessings in our own lives.

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This principle, demonstrated by our patriarch Abraham, reminds us that healing isn’t just physical—it’s spiritual, emotional, and relational. When we lift others in prayer, especially those we might not naturally gravitate toward or even those who have wronged us, we create space for God’s boundless compassion to flow both outward and inward. It is in these selfless acts that we find the seeds of our own restoration.

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Our mission is to provide a lifeline for those who are burdened, offering them a path to healing through the profound act of praying for others. In doing so, we hope to inspire people to see beyond their pain, to connect to something greater, and to experience the transformative power of prayer in their own lives. Together, we can create a ripple effect of healing, compassion, and unity, proving that through the act of giving—both in word and spirit—we truly receive.