Blessings on the Torah before listening to a lesson
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Question
If someone listens to a lesson in the synagogue, are they required to say the blessings on the Torah beforehand?
Answer
The listener of a lesson is required to say the blessings on the Torah beforehand. Whether listening to a live lesson or a live broadcast, they must bless. Listening is considered as responding. However, if one listens to a recorded lesson or a lesson by a minor, they are not required to say the blessings on the Torah, as it is considered learning in thought.
Source
Shaarei Teshuva, Siman 47, Subsection 2, citing Halachot Ketanot, Part 2, Siman 159. Mishnah Berurah, Siman 586, Subsection 5 and Shulchan Aruch, Siman 592, Subsection 10, regarding the shofar. See also in Shaarei Teshuva (Subsection 3) citing Zaken Aharon (Siman 60).
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