Pause between the Blessings of Shema and Its Recitation

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Question

Hello Rabbi, A person is praying Maariv and has finished 'Ohev Amo Yisrael', ahead of the congregation and is supposed to start Shema, while at this time the congregation begins the Kaddish before the blessings of Shema (Sephardic minyan). What should he do? - Respond to Kaddish - Wait for the congregation - How should he respond to Barechu if it occurs?

Answer

Hello Rabbi 

According to the Shulchan Aruch, one should not interrupt with any speech between the blessing and the recitation of Shema. According to his view, one should remain silent and not respond. 

According to the Rema, one may respond with Amen and Barechu, etc. 

Source

Shulchan Aruch and Rema Orach Chaim, Siman 59, Se'if 4. 

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