Question: [Monday, 9th Sivan 5783] We were a group of 10 during a meal, three of which did not wash but did eat other foods which require an after blessing. The other seven washed on bread, however the problem is that one of them already Bentched. So basically, my question […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Can one who already bentched join a Zimun?
Question: [Monday, 9th Sivan 5783] We were a group of 10 during a meal, three of which did not wash but did eat other foods which require an after blessing. The other seven washed on bread, however the problem is that one of them already Bentched. So basically, my question […]
Can Beis Din enforce a child to honor or fear his parents:
Can Beis Din enforce a child to honor or fear his parents:[1] Despite the above obligation to honor [and fear] one’s parents, a Jewish court of law cannot [even slightly[2]] enforce the children to honor their father [or mother].[3] [Some Poskim[4], however, rule that a Jewish court of law may […]
Why is no blessing recited by the Mitzvah of Kibbud Av Vaeim:
Why is no blessing recited by the Mitzvah of Kibbud Av Vaeim:[1] A blessing is not to be recited upon doing an act of honor or fear of one’s parent, even though that upon doing so one fulfills a positive command.[2] __________________________________________ [1] Rashba 1:18 [Meyuchasos 189]; Or Zarua […]
The reason behind the Mitzvah of Kibbud Av Vaeim:
The reason behind the Mitzvah of Kibbud Av Vaeim:[1] Hakaras Hatov:[2] The root of this command is due to that it is befitting of a person to recognize and act with kindness towards one who has been kind to him. One should not be ungrateful and ignore [one who has […]
Segulos for helping one fulfill the mitzvah of honoring his parents:
Segulos for helping one fulfill the mitzvah of honoring his parents: One who is having difficulty in fulfilling the mitzvah of honoring his parents, such as one who does not get along with his parents at home, should recite by heart several times a day, morning afternoon and evening, the […]
The Tikkun for one who stumbled in the sin of not properly honoring and fearing his parents
The Tikkun for one who stumbled in the sin of not properly honoring and fearing his parents: One who transgress the command of honoring and fearing his parents, is to perform the following Tikkunim for his sin: He must ask forgiveness from his parents.[1] He must resolve from now on […]
Was Balaam and Lavan the same person?
Question: [Sunday, 13th Tamuz, 5783] I have heard various conflicting things of the relationship between Balaam and Lavan with some saying that they were the same person and others saying that they were relatives and others saying that there is no connection. Can you clarify this matter? Answer: Indeed, in […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Was Balaam and Lavan the same person?
Question: [Sunday, 13th Tamuz, 5783] I have heard various conflicting things of the relationship between Balaam and Lavan with some saying that they were the same person and others saying that they were relatives and others saying that there is no connection. Can you clarify this matter? Answer: Indeed, in […]
Gentile-Sheva Mitzvos Bnei Noach
Gentile-Sheva Mitzvos Bnei Noach:[1] Although Gentiles were not commanded in the laws of honoring their father and mother as part of the seven Noahide commands[2], nevertheless, they are practically obligated in showing some degree of reverence to their parents.[3] [Thus, it is forbidden for a Gentile to shame, curse, or […]
