When Should One Recite the Blessing of the Gomel?

Quiz

1 - What is the source for the rule regarding those who should say the blessing of the Gomel?

• Shirat Hayam, which describes how the Jews praised God after saving them at the sea.
• Psalm 107, which describes four types of people saved from danger.
• The second Mishnah in Massechet Brachot.

2 - When is the soonest Birkat Hagomel is usually recited by someone saved from danger?

• The first night thereafter.
• The first Shabbat thereafter.
• The first public Torah reading thereafter.

3 - What additional factors should be involved in reciting Hagomel, but are not critical after the fact?

• There should be a minyan and two rabbis present.
• There should be three men and three women present.
• Birkat Hagomel should be accompanied by a meal.