# Machnisei Rachamim Without the Controversy?

From **Selichos Unveiled** by Holzer Seforim.

- **Published:** Thu, 21 Aug 2025 20:34:40 GMT
- **Duration:** 00:22:46
- **Audio:** https://anchor.fm/s/1088aea04/podcast/play/107177135/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-7-21%2F8860140c-12b3-68f7-aaab-aef7e907272f.mp3
- **Page:** https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/holzer-seforim/episodes/Machnisei-Rachamim-Without-the-Controversy-e3759nf
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<p>This episode uncovers a forgotten perspective from R. Yehuda ben R. Yakar that could change how we view <em>Machnisei Rachamim</em>. We explore differences between manuscript editions, show how his ideas influenced later sources, and explain why—based on his words—saying this tefillah might not be controversial after all.</p>