What standard of kavanah (intention/concentration) is required to pray a voluntary (nedava) Mincha?
Synopsis
Praying a voluntary Mincha prayer requires a high level of concentration. The authorities debate exactly what standard is required: full concentration from start to finish, or also adding a novel element.
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