Ohel Yakov

Ashkenaz services at Ohel Yakov, Glen

Location: Glen, MD, USA

About

Welcome to Ohel Yakov, serving the Jewish community in Glen.

Nusach: Ashkenaz.

Address: 3200 Glen Ave, Baltimore, MD 21215, USA.

Rabbi / contact: rabbi peretz dinovitz.

Contact: phone 410-578-9336, website https://ohelyakov.org/.

Minyan schedule

Sunday

Shacharis: 5:20 AM

Monday

Shacharis: 5:19 AM

Tuesday

Shacharis: 5:18 AM

Wednesday

Shacharis: 5:18 AM

Thursday

Shacharis: 5:17 AM

Friday

Shacharis: 5:17 AM

Saturday

Shacharis: 9:00 AM

shacharis sunday notes: 26 minutes before neitz hachamah

shacharis mth notes: and 26 minutes before neitz hachamah

shacharis twf notes: and 26 minutes before neitz hachamah

motzai shabbos maariv notes: 45 minutes after shekiah

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Location

Address: 3200 Glen Ave, Baltimore, MD 21215, USA

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ShulUSA & CanadaAshkenaz

Contact

Location: Glen, USA
Phone: 410-578-9336
Website: https://ohelyakov.org/

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About this listing

Ohel Yakov is a dedicated synagogue serving the Glen neighborhood of Baltimore, Maryland. This community-focused shul provides a space for daily prayer, Torah study, and spiritual growth. It follows the Ashkenaz tradition, offering a familiar environment for many local residents and visitors alike.

Located on Glen Avenue, the shul is led by Rabbi Peretz Dinovitz. The congregation maintains a consistent schedule of minyanim throughout the week. Whether you are a local resident or just passing through the Baltimore area, Ohel Yakov offers a welcoming place to daven and connect with the local Jewish community.

The synagogue is an integral part of the Northwest Baltimore Jewish corridor. This region is known for its deep-rooted Jewish history and active communal life. Visitors can expect a serious and respectful atmosphere during all scheduled services.

About the area

You can find Ohel Yakov at 3200 Glen Avenue in the heart of the 21215 zip code. This area is a central hub for the Baltimore Orthodox community. The street is easily accessible from major local roads like Park Heights Avenue and Northern Parkway.

A Hub of Jewish Life

The Glen Avenue location places the shul near many essential Jewish institutions. It sits within the greater Upper Park Heights area, which is home to thousands of Jewish families. The community here is known for its hospitality and robust network of chessed organizations.

Parking is generally available on the surrounding residential streets. The neighborhood is very walkable, with many congregants living in the immediate vicinity. Its location makes it a convenient stop for those commuting through the Baltimore city limits or nearby Baltimore County.

Nearby Jewish landmarks

The Park Heights neighborhood is a historic center for the Baltimore Jewish community. Several landmarks are located within a short distance of Glen Avenue.

Ner Israel Rabbinical College is a short drive away.
The Seven Mile Market serves as a primary kosher grocery destination nearby.
Numerous kosher restaurants and bakeries line Reisterstown Road.
The area is served by a well-established community Eruv.
Several local Mikvahs are available to the community in the surrounding blocks.

Living or visiting this area provides access to a dense network of Jewish infrastructure. You will find many other synagogues representing various Nuschaos and traditions within walking distance. The neighborhood remains one of the most vibrant centers of Orthodox life in Maryland.

What to expect

Visitors to Ohel Yakov will find a standard Ashkenaz davening style. The morning services are timed precisely according to the halachic requirements of the day. This makes it an ideal location for those who prefer to daven vatikin or early morning minyanim.

Daily and Weekly Prayer Services

The shul maintains a rigorous schedule for Shacharis and Maariv. You should note the specific timing for weekday mornings, as they are often tied to the sunrise. The atmosphere is focused on prayer and adherence to traditional Jewish law.

Early weekday Shacharis services based on Neitz Hachamah.
Shabbat morning services starting at 9:00 AM.
Motzai Shabbos Maariv scheduled 45 minutes after sunset.
Guidance from Rabbi Peretz Dinovitz.
A warm, community-oriented environment for all ages.

The facility is designed to support the spiritual needs of the Glen community. You can rely on the posted times for consistency throughout the year. For current updates or specific questions, the shul maintains an active website and phone line for the public.

Frequently asked questions

What is the prayer nusach at Ohel Yakov?

The shul follows Nusach Ashkenaz for all its daily and Shabbat prayer services.

When does Shacharis begin during the week?

Shacharis schedules vary daily based on the time of sunrise. On weekdays, services typically begin 26 minutes before Neitz Hachamah (sunrise). Sunday Shacharis begins at 5:20 AM.

What time is the Shabbat morning service?

On Saturday mornings, the Shacharis service begins at 9:00 AM.

Are there specific notes for the minyan times?

Weekday Shacharis times are specifically timed to the sunrise. Motzai Shabbos Maariv takes place 45 minutes after Shekiah (sunset).