Prayers and Psalms for Hostage Safety

Question: What tefillos (prayers) or tehillim (psalms) are traditionally recited for the safety and return of hostages? Answer: According to Jewish tradition, for the safety and quick return of hostages, the entire book of Tehillim (Psalms), particularly Psalms 20, 121, 130, and 142, is recommended. Additionally, "Mi Shebeirachs" prayers are recited during services, and communities often gather to recite Tehillim collectively for added spiritual strength. These prayers and gatherings express our heartfelt pleas for divine intervention and the hostages' swift and safe release.