Chapter 4: The Mitzvah to Fear one’s Parents and its included obligations[1] 1. The Mitzvah:[2] Fearing one’s father and mother is a positive command in the Torah.[3] The command of fearing one’s parents is listed by the Rambam as the 211th Command of the Torah. The intent of the command […]
3. Kibbud Av Va’eim-Chapter 3: Honoring relatives other than parents
Chapter 3: Honoring relatives other than parents[1] 1. Stepfather and Stepmother-Honoring the spouse of one’s parent:[2] Father’s wife: A person is [Biblically[3]] obligated to honor his father’s wife even though she is not his mother [i.e., stepmother].[4] This applies so long as one’s father is alive, as explained below. [The […]
Does the presence of a mother break Yichud for a daughter and another man?
Question: I am a private practitioner and have a private clinic at home where I see patients. Is it okay for me to see a girl together with her mother if my wife is out of town or is this considered Yichud? Answer: Although there are some Poskim who […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Does the presence of a mother break Yichud for a daughter and another man
Question: I am a private practitioner and have a private clinic at home where I see patients. Is it okay for me to see a girl together with her mother if my wife is out of town or is this considered Yichud? Answer: Although there are some Poskim who […]
2. Kibbud Av Va’eim-Chapter 2: Who is obligated to honor and fear their father and mother
* This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer Check out our Amazon Sefarim Shop *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. WhatsApp Facebook Twitter Telegram Sponsor an Article Chapter 2: Who is obligated to honor and fear their father and mother[1] The offspring who is obligated […]
1. Kibbud Av Va’eim-Chapter 1: General Mitzvah and Obligation
* This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer Check out our Amazon Sefarim Shop *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. WhatsApp Facebook Twitter Telegram Sponsor an Article Chapter 1: General Mitzvah and obligation 1. The Mitzvah and obligation:[1] A. Its Biblical status: Honoring and fearing […]
0. Kibbud Av Va’eim-Introduction
Introduction 1. The verses in scripture: In scripture there are a number of commands and statements recorded in relation to one’s parents. The command of respecting one’s parents is recorded in two different areas in Scripture within the 10 Commandments. The first verse is in Parshas Yisro, in the list […]
Must one immerse a peeler in the Mikveh?
Question: Must one immerse a peeler in the Mikveh? Answer: Yes. If it will be also used for peeling foods that are edible raw, such as an Apple or carrot and the like, then it is to be immersed with a blessing. However, if it will only be used […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Must one immerse a peeler in the Mikveh?
Question: Must one immerse a peeler in the Mikveh? Answer: Yes. If it will be also used for peeling foods that are edible raw, such as an Apple or carrot and the like, then it is to be immersed with a blessing. However, if it will only be used […]
Buying and wearing new clothing during the Nine Days
Buying and wearing new clothing: A. Buying clothing during the nine days:[1] It is forbidden to buy clothing during the nine days.[2] [This applies even to used clothing.[3]] This prohibition applies even against buying shoes [and undergarments, such as socks, undershirts and underwear[4]].[5] [This applies even if one does not […]
