Tefillah Outlined

Introduction to תקיעת שופר, explaining the function of and reason for the various times we blast the שופר in our תפילה, the significance of the שופר's sounds as well as several themes which are associated with the experience.

Explanation of the insertion of קדושת היום, where we add that ימים נוראים should enable the revelation of the מלכות ה׳ as well as our internalization of this מלכות, either as a source of דין or praise of Hashem, as well as the need to need to serve Hashem with truth and consistency to mimic ה׳ Who expresses the מידה of truth or be a זכות for us to experience the מידת האמת and mercy.

Explanation of ובכך תן פחדך, where we ask for Hashem to instill fear in our live to inspire us and the world to recognize Hashem's kingdom, leading to the גאולה and the perfection of the world. This comes as the full manifestation of קדושה, transcendence found in this world.

Explanation of the origins and meaning of the various additions were recite during שמונה עשרה of the ימים נוראים, where we highlight not simply our request for life but our goal in life, דבקות בה׳, the ultimate praise of Hashem.

Explanation of ותודיענו, were we discuss Hashem informing us of Torah, appreciating קדושת שבת ויו״ט, and recognizing the distinction between קדושה and חול, including קדושת שבת יו״ט וישראל.