When is it appropriate to recite the blessing 'HaMapil'

Bedtime Shema

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Question

When is it preferable to say the blessing 'HaMapil': before the bedtime Shema as printed in the siddurim, or after all the psalms of the bedtime Shema?

Answer

If one fears falling asleep in the middle of the Shema, they should recite the blessing 'HaMapil' as printed in the siddurim, before the Shema. If one does not tend to fall asleep in the middle, it is preferable to say 'HaMapil' right before sleep after all the psalms.

Source

Mishnah Berurah, Siman 239, Se'if Katan 2.

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