Shemanu helps Jews of all backgrounds learn, understand, and connect with Hebrew prayer through interactive tools designed to build confidence, consistency, and spiritual connection.
LEARN & PRACTICE
• Read-along audio with each Hebrew word highlighted as it's spoken
• Pronunciation Tutor that listens as you pray and provides personalized feedback
• Transliteration and English translation for every prayer
• Choose your tradition (Ashkenazi or Sephardic) to personalize your experience
• Build confidence reading and speaking Hebrew at your own pace
YOUR SIDDUR, ANYWHERE
• Scan any Hebrew prayer directly from your physical siddur
• Instantly view transliteration and English translation
• Hear prayers read aloud with synchronized highlighting
• Practice speaking what you scan and improve your pronunciation
KOL KAVANAH JOURNAL
• Capture prayers, intentions, gratitude, and reflections by voice or text
• Create a personal record of your spiritual journey
• Revisit meaningful moments and track your growth over time
DAILY CONNECTION
• Daily Aliyah read-along with Hebrew and English
• Daily Torah verse notifications for inspiration throughout the week
• Musar Moment reflections to encourage personal growth and mindful living
• Daily Aliyah reminders to help build a consistent learning practice
• Shabbat candle-lighting times customized to your location
• Weekly Hafrashat Challah reminders and baking streaks
• Women's Circle for community, inspiration, and guidance
• Gematria explorer for discovering the numerical meaning of Hebrew words
SHEMANU PRO
Unlock unlimited Pronunciation Tutor sessions, Siddur Scanning, Kol Kavanah voice journaling, Gematria exploration, and additional premium features with a Shemanu Pro subscription (monthly or annual).
Free members can access the prayer library, Daily Aliyah, Torah verses, reminders, and daily connection features.
Shemanu is a learning and enrichment tool. Prayer texts and translations are provided for study and personal practice.
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Such an awesome tool to help connect with language and prayer 🤌🏽🤌🏽
Added the 19 Amidah blessings to the Daily Prayers section along with the seven Shabbat Amidah blessings to the Shabbat & Havdalah section.
Audio and word-by-word highlighting are included with Shemanu Pro — Modeh Ani, Shema, and Tefilat HaDerech stay free to listen.
Easier navigation between screens, plus general fixes and layout polishing.
Version 1.3.5
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Information
Seller
VNV Hospitality LLC
Size
49.4 MB
Category
Lifestyle
Compatibility
Requires iOS 14.0.0 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 14.0.0 or later.
iPad Requires iPadOS 14.0.0 or later.
iPod touch Requires iOS 14.0.0 or later.
Mac Requires macOS 11.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.