Ask the Rabbi
- Halacha
- The Jewish Day
- Waking Up in the Morning
Question
Should one say Modeh Ani immediately after waking up, or is it OK to first go to the bathroom and/or wash?
Answer
Modeh Ani can and should be said before everything else.
Netilas Yadayyim in middle of the night
Rabbi Yoel Lieberman | Elul 12, 5775
Hand washing in the night
Various Rabbis | 20 Elul 5764
Meaning of Modeh Ani
Rabbi Jonathan Blass | 18 Sivan 5764
