When the Congregation Does Not Pray Facing Jerusalem
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Question
I pray in a synagogue where the Aron Kodesh and the congregation are not precisely facing Jerusalem. Should I pray in the direction the congregation is praying, or towards Jerusalem?
Answer
Pray in the direction of the congregation and slightly tilt your head towards Jerusalem.
Source
Mishnah Berurah, Siman 94, Siftei Tzadik 10
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