Talking and learning Torah during Kedusha:[1] It is forbidden to speak in middle of Kedusha.[2] Even if there is a Minyan present aside for him, nevertheless it is forbidden.[3] It is even forbidden to learn Torah during Kedusha [even in one’s thought[4]]. Where in Kedusha is it forbidden to speak/learn: […]
Chasan doing Melacha and business
Melacha and Business:[1] It is forbidden for the Chasan to do Melacha or business in the marketplace throughout the period of Simcha [three or seven days depending on Besula/Beula as explained in A].[2] Mechila/Receving permission from Kallah to do Melacha:[3] The above prohibition applies even if the Kallah is Mochel […]
Using someone’s item without permission
Using or taking someone’s item without permission:[1] It is forbidden for one to use or take an item that belongs to one’s friend without his permission.[2] This applies even if one only plans to use it on a mere occasion and then return it.[3] It is thus forbidden for one […]
Using someone’s Sefarim without permission
Using someone’s Sefarim without permission:[1] It is forbidden for one to learn from Sefarim that belong to one’s friend without his permission.[2] This applies even if one only plans to learn from it on a mere occasion.[3] This applies even if one is certain that no damage will occur to […]
May one make or undo a hair braid [“Tzama” in Hebrew] on Shabbos
May one make or undo a hair braid [“Tzama” in Hebrew] on Shabbos?[1] It is [Rabbinically[2]] forbidden for a woman to braid her hair [or another women’s hair or child’s hair] on Shabbos.[3] It is likewise forbidden for her to undo a braid on Shabbos [even if it was made […]
Is one to specifically recite blessings out loud in order so others can answer Amen
Is one to specifically recite blessings out loud in order so others can answer Amen? Some Poskim[1] rule one is to specifically recite blessings aloud in order to have others answer Amen after the blessing. One is to try to have at least two people answer Amen after the blessing.[2] […]
Called up Levi/Yisrael in place of Kohen and a Kohen then entered
Called up Levi/Yisrael in place of Kohen and a Kohen then entered:[1] If there was no Kohen in Shul and a Levi or Yisrael was called up in his place, and then a Kohen entered, whether or not the Levi/Yisrael is to step down is dependent on whether the blessing […]
When moving to a house that has a Mezuzah, is one to make a new blessing
When moving to a house that has a Mezuzah, is one to make a new blessing? Some Poskim[1] rule that he is to recite a blessing over the Mezuzah.[2] He is to recite the blessing of “Ladur Babayis Zeh Sheyeish Bo Mezuzah.”[3] Other Poskim[4] rule a blessing is not to […]
Borrowing a Shul’s Sefer
Borrowing a Shul’s Sefer:[1] An old edict that was founded in ancient congregations is that one may not remove a Tallis or Sefer from the Shul without asking permission from the owners. [This applies even if one can assume that the owner is not particular, nevertheless one must ask […]
Charging more money for delayed payment and less for immediate payment
Sales: Charging more money for delayed payment and less for immediate payment:[1] When doing a sale, it is Rabbinically forbidden for the Jewish seller to offer a Jewish buyer a payment option in which immediate payment is less than the amount of a delayed payment.[2] This applies even if the […]
The meaning of Amen
The meaning of Amen:[1] The word Amen is an acronym for the words Keil Melech Neman, [which means that Hashem is a trustworthy king and will fulfill the blessing]. Amen is an expression of belief coming from the word Hamanas Devarim [i.e. Emuna].[2] The intent of the Amen:[3] The intent […]
May a Kohen enter into a room that contains the cremated remains of a loved one
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Removing the Mezuzah upon moving out
Removing the Mezuzah upon moving out:[1] Upon moving out of a rental home, the renter may not remove his Mezuzahs from the doors.[2] [This applies even if one plans to place the Mezuzos on the doors of his new home.[3] Furthermore, this applies even if a new renter is […]
Who is obligated to place the Mezuzah in a rental home?
Renting a home-Who is obligated to place the Mezuzah?[1] One who rents a home from his friend, the renter is the one obligated to place the Mezuzahs by the doors, and to mend the area for the Mezuzah to be placed.[2] One rented the home on condition that it contain […]
How long must a widow or divorcee wait to remarry
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May a person who was asked to be the Baal Korei refuse to do so
May a person who was asked to be the Baal Korei refuse to do so? One who is offered to read the Torah and refuses to read it, his days are shortened.[1] One is thus not to refuse being the Baal Korei once he has been [publicly[2]] called up.[3] [If, […]
Refusing an Aliya after being called up
Refusing an Aliya after being called up: One who is offered to read the Torah and refuses to read it, his days are shortened.[1] One is thus not to refuse an Aliyah once he has been called up.[2] [Some Poskim[3] however rule this only applied in previous times when the […]
Must one immerse disposable vessels if he wishes to reuse them
This Halacha is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy here Must one immerse disposable vessels? Plans to discard after initial use: All disposable vessels that one plans to discard after its initial use do not need to be immersed in a Mikveh prior to that initial use, and so is […]
Men touching the pubic area
Men touching the pubic area:[1] It is forbidden for an unmarried man to place his hands by his private area[2], lest he bring himself to evil thoughts. [This prohibition refers to the actual Eiver and not to the entire pubic area.[3]] He should not place his hand even below his […]
Shemira for Chasan and Kallah after wedding
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer “Topics in Practical Halacha” Volume 1 E.H. Halacha 15 Shemira for Chasan and Kallah after wedding:[1] It is forbidden for a Chasan [or Kallah[2]] to go outside alone in the marketplace [or any area[3], both by day or night[4] during Sheva […]
Cross dressing for plays and for fun
Cross dressing out of jest and fun/Purim/Chasana:[1] It is accustomed on Purim [and by Chasunas[2]] to allow males to wear the clothing of females and vice versa.[3] [However many Poskim[4] challenge this custom[5] and thus practically one is not to do so. Some write it is to be avoided even […]
Hitting one’s children
Hitting one’s children:[1] Small children: It is permitted for one to hit his small children for disciplinary measures. This applies even to [non-biological] children that are part of one’s household, such as an [adopted] orphan [or foster child].[2] Adult children? It is forbidden for one to hit his adult children […]
Shemira before the wedding
Shemira before the wedding:[1] The Chasan and Kalah are not to go out alone for several days[2] prior to the wedding.[3] [Practically, many are accustomed to follow this practice one week before the wedding. Others begin to follow it the Shabbos before the wedding and others from when they arrive […]
Does a walk in closet need a Mezuzah
Does a walk in closet need a Mezuzah?[1] This follows the same ruling as any room in which case its status is determined by its size. If the closet is less than 4×4 but is spacious enough to walk inside of then it is subject to the above dispute regarding […]
Pressuring the borrower to pay the loan
This Halacha is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy Here Pressuring a borrower to pay back a loan:[1] It is forbidden to pressure or confront [i.e. Nogeish] the debtor to pay back the loan in the event that one knows he does not have the means to pay. One who does […]
How to answer Kedusha
How to answer Kedusha:[1] Just as the Mitzvah of Kaddish is for the Chazan to recite Yiskadel Viyiskadesh etc on behalf of the congregation, and they answer after him Amen Yihei Shmei Raba, so too, Lechatchila, is the Mitzvah of Kedusha. The Mitzvah is to be done as follows: The […]
Dressing children in clothing of the opposite gender
May one dress their children in clothing of the opposite gender?[1] Children or all ages [even below Chinuch and even a baby] may not wear clothing of the opposite gender unless there is no other clothing available and they need to wear it to protect from the cold or the […]
Shemiras Eiynayim
Shemiras Eiynayim: A. The prohibition: The prohibition: It is forbidden to stare at the beauty of an Erva [which includes all girls who have reached the age of menstruation[1]].[2] One who stares at even the small finger of a woman with intent to benefit from it, is considered to have […]
Women wearing pants/pajamas
May women wear pants?[1] It is forbidden for women to wear pants. This applies even towards women pants that are made specifically for women and are not worn by men.[2] In the latter case it is disputed as to whether this prohibition is due to Lo Silbash or only due […]
The first year of marriage
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Talking and Flirting with the opposite gender
* This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer Shop Now *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. WhatsApp Facebook Twitter Telegram Sign up for Daily Distribution Sponsor an Episode Donatehttps://vimeo.com/208286070 Talking and flirting with the opposite gender:[1] A man is required to distance himself from women […]
Pressuring an employer to pay one’s salary or a renter to pay rent
Pressuring an employer to pay one’s salary, and pressuring a renter to pay rent: Some Poskim[1] rule that the above prohibition against pressuring a person who owes one money, at a time that he does not have the ability to pay, only applies if the person borrowed the money. However, […]
Custom by saying Kaddish
Placing feet together:[1] The custom is to proximate the feet together while saying Kaddish, just like by Shemoneh Esrei.[2] Not to pass in front of a person saying Kaddish:[3] Likewise, due to this reason it is forbidden to walk in front of a person saying Kaddish. [This applies until after […]
2. Leaving part of one’s wall unpainted Zecher Lachurban
* The article below is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Email 2. Leaving part of one’s wall unpainted:[1] When the Temple was […]
Does fish oil require a Hashgacha?
Does fish oil require a Hashgacha:[1] The oil of a non-Kosher fish is likewise Biblically non-Kosher.[2] Accordingly, all fish oil products require a Hashgacha to verify that the oil is derived from a Kosher fish. Fish oil is added in many foods such as Vitamins, medicines. The following will discuss […]
Is Kedusha a Biblical or Rabbinical obligation?
Is Kedusha a Biblical or Rabbinical obligation? According to the Zohar[1], the daily recital of Kedusha is a Biblical command and is listed as one of the 613 Mitzvos.[2] One is thus Biblically required to hear Kedusha every single day. However, according to the majority of codifiers, the recital of […]
Men trimming or shaving hair of the legs, arms, chest
Men trimming/shaving their legs, arms, chest:[1] Trimming with scissor:[2] From the letter of the law, it is permitted for men to remove with a scissor the hair of the legs, arm, and chest. [Doing so does not transgress the prohibition of Beged Isha, or any other prohibition. However, removing hair […]
Men shaving armpit and pubic hair
Men shaving armpit and pubic hair:[1] It is forbidden for a man to remove his armpit hair or his pubic hair.[2] This applies even against using scissors to shave the hair to a razor like cut [i.e. Keiyn Taar].[3] [One who transgresses the above has transgressed a Rabbinical command.[4]] In […]
Men removing white hairs
Removing white hairs:[1] It is [Biblically[2]] forbidden for a man to remove even a single white hair from amongst black hairs [so he does not appear old[3]] due to the prohibition of “Lo Yilbash Gever Simlas Isha.”[4] [One who does so is liable for lashes.[5] This applies to the hair […]
Knowing G-d to one’s maximum capacity
Knowing G-d to one’s maximum capacity:[1] It is a fact that it is impossible to fathom Hashem or His ways. Nevertheless, every person has intellectual capabilities which he can use to try to fathom that which is fathomable regarding Hashem. Hashem desires that we exert effort to intellectually get to […]
Not getting fooled by a spiritual high
Not getting fooled by a spiritual high:[1] The Sages state that one is to view himself like a Rasha. This means that even a person who is on a high spiritual level, and does not succumb to sin, is to nevertheless know that in potential, he still contains all of […]
Final Galus is preparation for receiving Pnimiyus Hatorah
Final Galus is preparation for receiving Pnimiyus Hatorah:[1] The exile in Egypt had to be experienced by the Jewish people in order to merit receiving the Torah. The reason for this is because just as a seed needs plowed earth in order to grow, so too the Jewish ego had […]
How to make correct decisions
How to make correct decisions:[1] The Baal Shem Tov stated in the name of the Ramban that whenever one is in question over what to do, whether a certain action is an act of holiness of Kelipa, one should try to imagine himself removed from the situation. He is to […]
Fear of Hashem quashes all lusts
Fear of Hashem quashes all lusts:[1] One who truly fears Hashem does not feel any lusts for the worldly pleasures. This is similar to one who is standing before the king, in which case even if the greatest pleasure passes before his eyes, due to his great trepidation and awe […]
Chazan Davening a different Nussach than the congregation
A Chazan Davening a different Nussach than the congregation:[1] From the letter of the law, it is permitted for a Chazan to Daven for the Amud in his Nusach even if it is a different Nussach than the Shul and congregation.[2] Nevertheless, if this matter will lead to strife or […]
Saying Nakdishach by a congregation who says Nikadesh
Is one to recite Nakdishach if he is Davening by a congregation that says Nikadesh?[1] If one is Davening by an Ashkenazi Minyan who recites Nekadesh instead of Nakdishach, he is to recite the Nussach of the congregation, which is Nikadesh.[2] The same applies during Musaf, that he is to […]
Talking between the silent prayer and Chazaras Hashatz
Talking between the silent prayer and Chazaras Hashatz:[1] There is no prohibition at all for the Chazan to make an interval (of matters relating to the prayer and its needs) between the silent Shemoneh Esrei and repetition. (However, it is forbidden to deal with other matters until after Nefilas Apayim, […]
Standing up for a parent
Standing up for a parent:[1] One is obligated to stand for his father [or mother[2]].[3] [The Rebbe was accustomed to stand for his mother whenever his mother would enter the room.[4]] When: Some Poskim[5] rule that one is obligated to stand for a parent when he hears the parent enter, […]
Shomer Shabbos cemetery or plot
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer What is a Shomer Shabbos cemetery or plot and must one bury there?[1] Shomer Shabbos cemeteries or plots refer to a cemetery, or section of a cemetery, that is designated only for people who were Shabbos observant. While the earlier Poskim do […]
Burying a Gentile in a Jewish cemetery or vice versa
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Burying a Jew in a gentile cemetery/Burying a gentile in a Jewish cemetery:[1] Although the Poskim[2] make no specific mention against burying a Jew in a gentile cemetery, or against burying a gentile in a Jewish cemetery, nevertheless, it is included in […]
Women serving men food and drinks – Being served by a waitress
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Signing a more than three year employment contract-Changing employers/jobs every three years
Working for the same employer for three years and signing an employment contract:[1] Some Poskim[2] rule that an employee, including a worker, teacher, [Sofer[3]], or servant, is not[4] to hire himself out to work for the same employer in his home[5] on a permanent[6] basis for more[7] than three years.[8] […]
The Shulchan Aruch Harav: Background
Shop Now Like this Article? Check out our Amazon Sefarim store. Over 64 Titles *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. WhatsApp Facebook Twitter Telegram Sign up for Daily Distribution Sponsor an Episode https://vimeo.com/200534913 The Shulchan Aruch Harav: Background of why it was written and why we […]
What action brings the revelation of G-dliness in the future redemption
What action brings the revelation of G-dliness in the future redemption:[1] It is the Mitzvos that we perform prior to the final redemption which bring us the revelation of G-dliness that we will experience in the future. This includes all Mitzvos performed, whether during Temple era or during exile. Although, […]
What does Hashem desire? The heart of the Jew or his actions?
Better that we do Mitzvos than serve Hashem:[1] The Jerusalem Talmud[2] states “Better that they left me but guarded my Torah.” This means to say as follows: It is possible for one to feel closeness to Hashem in his heart, and pray to him and have a genuine close relationship […]
Every person can control his thought speech and action
Every person can control his thought speech and action:[1] Hashem created the human psyche with the ability to control one’s thought speech and action. This concept is called “Moach Sholet Al Haleiv”, that the mind rules over the heart. The mind, or the persons headquarters of thought and decision making, […]
Using atachment of thought to send subliminal messages
Sending subliminal message:[1] When one attaches his mind to the mind of another, it is possible to cause the other person to think of him. This particularly applies in regards to matters that are beloved upon the other person. For example, if a person is involved in a joyful activity, […]
Having Kavana in Kerias Shema banishes evil angels
Concentration in Kerias Shema:[1] One is to be precise to recite every word of Kerias Shema This is a very great thing. Even if one is unable to pray the entire prayer without foreign thoughts, nevertheless he is to exert effort at the very least to accustom himself to say […]
Amram-Who was he?
Check out our Amazon Sefarim Shop WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article Amram:[1] Amram was the father of Moshe Rabbeinu. Not much is told about him in the Torah. The reason for this is because he was humble in his essence and came from the hidden world of Alma […]
Why are Sefiros called Midos
Why are Sefiros called Midos:[1] The Sefiros are called Midos because they are measured. Each one of the Sefiros of Atzilus is measured in terms of how much Hamshacha it will receive of Chesed or of Gevura, and how much contraction it will need. The level in charge of measuring […]
Only five people Davened Shemoneh Esrei together
May Chazaras Hashatz be recited if only five people Davened together?[1] In the event that Shemoneh Esrei was Davened with less than six people, it is nevertheless permitted for the Chazan to recite the repetition for the sake of the Kedusha.[2] (Nevertheless, it is not considered that the congregation has […]
No Minyan in the room during Shemoneh Esrei
What is the law if there wasn’t a Minyan in the room during Shemoneh Esrei-May Chazaras Hashatz be recited upon the arrival of a tenth man?[1] If there wasn’t a Minyan in the room during Shemoneh Esrei and a tenth man arrived prior to Chazaras Hashatz, then so long as […]
Preventing monetary damage from occurring to another
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Good taste gives satiation
Satiation comes from Taanug:[1] Satiation from food comes from the spiritual power found in the food. This spiritual power is found specifically in the Taanug of the food. This can be vividly seen from the fact that when one eats good tasting food he feels satiated more than one who […]
Standing for Vanachnu Lo Neida in Tachanun
“Vanachnu Lo Neida” Standing at the end of Tachanun: In the paragraph of “Vanachnu Lo Neida” said in the end of Tachanun, some Poskim[1] rule it is proper to recite the words “Vanachnu Lo Neida” while sitting and then stand and recite the continuation from “Mah Naaseh”. Other Poskim[2] however […]
“Habaim Yashreish Yaakov”
“Habaim Yashreish Yaakov”:[1] The verse in Yeshaya[2] states “Habaim Yashreish Yaakov/The immigrants are rooted in Jacob.” The word Habaim/immigrants refers to the gathering of the exiles into Eretz Yisrael which will occur in the times of the future redemption.[3] In the future, the Jewish people will have their root in […]
Specifically a Jew draws G-dliness through a Mitzvah:
Only a Jew draws G-dliness through a Mitzvah: Mitzvos are compared to wood. Just as wood fuels a fire, so too Mitzvos fuel the Shechina. It is for this precise reason that the Mitzvos must be performed by a Jew for them to be effective, as only a Jew contains […]
The garments of the soul in Gan Eden
Garments in Gan Eden:[1] The Mitzvos create garments in Gan Eden for the soul. The action of the Mitzvos create the garments needed for the soul’s experience in the lower Gan Eden, Gan Eden Hatachton. The Kavana or inner intent that one has when performing the Mitzvah creates the garment […]
Names found in the Torah are names of Hashem
The names found in the Torah:[1] The Zohar states that all the words of the Torah are names of Hashem. Accordingly, all the names found in the Torah are in truth also names of Hashem. This applies whether to names of Jews, such as Reuvein and the like, or names […]
Must break body before immerse in Mikveh
Must break body before immerse in Mikveh:[1] The body of a Jew is similar to an earthenware vessel, having been created from the earth. Now, only metal and the like can become purified through immersion in a Mikveh, in contrast to earthenware. Earthenware must be broken to be purified. The […]
Serving Hashem in accordance to one’s level
Must serve Hashem according to one’s own level:[1] Hashem created every person with unique qualities and capabilities, both in physical and spiritual matters of service of G-d. One is intended to serve Hashem in accordance to one’s own nature. One who “grabs” the service of his friend, which is beyond […]
Uva Letziyon-Saying the Aramaic verses in silent:
Saying the Aramaic verses in silent: The Aramaic part of Kedusha is to be recited privately and not together with another person.[1] It is [thus] not to be recited aloud.[2] [Some Poskim[3] rule that the above requirement to say the Aramaic parts in silent only applies when one is praying […]
Visiting grave after seven years of absence
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Audio from 5779 Visiting grave after seven years of absence:[1] Some are accustomed that if one did not visit the grave of a parent within seven years then he may not do so any longer.[2] Others[3] are only careful after ten years […]
Leaving a gentile or non-Frum Jew alone in one’s home and how it effects the Kashrus of one’s kitchen
This Halacha is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy Here or on Amazon.com Leaving a gentile, or non-religious Jew, alone in one’s home and how it effects the Kashrus of one’s kitchen:[1] *Important note 1-The food in the home: The law below only discusses the issues posed to the kitchen […]
Davening or learning within sight of a daughter, sister or mother who is not fully dressed
May a man Daven or learn within sight of his daughter, sister or mother who is not fully dressed? Adult relatives:[1] The prohibition against a man learning or Davening in view of uncovered areas of a woman’s body, applies even to female relatives. Thus, it is forbidden for a man […]
Until what age may Parents/children see each other unclothed
Until what age may parents see their children of opposite gender unclothed? It is permitted for parents to see their children of the opposite gender unclothed until the child reaches the age or signs of adulthood.[1] Adulthood is defined either by age [i.e. 11 years old for a girl], […]
Buying baby items prior to birth
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May one buy items for a child before he is born?
May one buy items for a child before he is born? Yes. There is no prohibition recorded against doing so. Nevertheless, some have the custom to abstain from doing so due to Ayin Hara. One who did not receive this tradition is not required to follow this custom and may […]
Laws of Tzenius between parents and children
Laws of Tzenius between parents and children Until what age may family members [i.e. parent’s and children] of opposite gender sleep together on the same bed?[1] With clothing:[2] It is permitted for a parent and child of the opposite gender [i.e. mother with son, father with daughter] to sleep together […]
Thinking positive creates a positive reality:
Thinking positive creates a positive reality:[1] We tend to think that our thoughts are meaningless and have no effect on reality. In truth however, our thoughts help shape reality, and influences it to go in the direction of the thought. This is why it is so important to think positive. […]
Couples and relatives showing affection in public
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Forgot to separate Challah
Baked Shiur Challah without separating Challah: Baked the entire Shiur Challah whole:[1] If one kneaded a Shiur Challah of dough and forgot to remove Challah from it prior to baking, then if the Shiur Challah dough was baked in its full size without being distributed to smaller portions, one is […]
Severance pay / Pitzuyim
Severance pay-Pitzuyim:[1] A. The letter of the law:[2] There is no Torah requirement to give severance pay to a worker.[3] This applies even if the worker was fired. Nevertheless, according to Halacha, the conditions of payment for labor and employees follow the customs of the area, unless explicitly stated otherwise.[4] […]
What after blessing to say when in doubt:
What after blessing to say when in doubt: A. In doubt if must say Al Hamichya or Borei Nefashos:[1] Any food in which there is doubt as to whether its after blessing is Meiyn Gimel or Borei Nefashos Rabos, is to be eaten within a meal. If one does not […]
Said wrong after blessing
Said the wrong after blessing: Said Borei Nefashos instead of Mieyn Shalosh/Al Hamichya/Al Hapeiros/Al Hagafen:[1] One who said the after blessing of Borei Nefashos Rabos in place of the after blessing of Meiyn Shalosh [i.e. Al Hamichyah/Al Hapeiros/Al Hagfen] does not fulfil his obligation and is hence obligated to repeat […]
Washing hands for bread/morning if one’s hand is bandaged
May one wash hands for bread with a Band-Aid/bandage?[1] One who has an injury on his hand and a bandage that is covering it, may wash his hands [with a blessing] without removing the bandage[2] if he is unable to remove it due to the pain of the injury.[3] […]
Saying Aramaic parts of Uva Letziyon in silent
Saying the Aramaic verses in silent: The Aramaic part of Kedusha is to be recited privately and not together with another person.[1] It is [thus] not to be recited aloud.[2] [Some Poskim[3] rule that the above requirement to say the Aramaic parts in silent only applies when one is praying […]
The value of a Peruta & How to calculate
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Love of G-d can only acheived if one fears Him
Impossible to have love without fear:[1] Fear of Hashem is the gateway for achieving love of G-d. One who does not have fear of G-d, cannot achieve love, and if he feels love, it is not real and is a fiction of his hearts imagination. Love of Hashem is given […]
The good taste of a food is source of energy
Satiation comes from Taanug:[1] Satiation from food comes from the spiritual power found in the food. This spiritual power is found specifically in the Taanug of the food. This can be vividly seen from the fact that when one eats good tasting food he feels satiated more than one who […]
Stealing the Afikoman
This Halacha is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me here or on Amazon.com May one steal the Afikoman on the night of the Seder? Some[1] communities are accustomed to have the children steal the Afikoman on the night of the Seder and hold it ransom until the father redeems it […]
Stealing with intent to benefit the owner or with intent to return
Stealing with intent to return or as a joke and the like:[1] Stealing for benefit of owner:[2] It is forbidden to steal even if one’s intention is to benefit the owner, to pay him Keifel, being that he knows the owner will not accept the money otherwise [unless he steals and […]
Co-sleeping with child of opposite gender-Until what age
Until what age may family members [i.e. parent’s and children] of opposite gender sleep together in the same bed?[1] With clothing:[2] It is permitted for a parent and child of the opposite gender [i.e. mother with son, father with daughter] to sleep together in the same bed if they are […]
Love of Hashem-The wings that elevate the Mitzvos
Love of Hashem-The wings that elevate the Mitzvos:[1] The Zohar states that love and fear of G-d are the wings that elevate the Mitzvos to the upper worlds, and cause their Divine unification [i.e. Yichudim]. This means that the love which motivates the Mitzvah, which is the longing to attach […]
Using someone’s item without permission
Using someone’s item without permission:[1] It is forbidden for one to use an item that belongs to one’s friend without his permission.[2] This applies even if one only plans to use it on a mere occasion.[3] It is thus forbidden for one to visit his friend’s house in order […]
Beged Isha/Ish when no intent to cross-dress
Beged Isha/Ish when no intent to cross-dress You’re out for a walk with your spose or daughter and she is cold. You are wearing a men’s jacket and don’t mind giving it to her to wear. Is it permitted to do so, or does it involve the prohibition of Beged […]
4. The blessing over Multi grain, legume, Gluten free – Bread and crackers
The blessing on bread and five grain [i.e. Mezonos] products A. Five grain bread:[1] Bread that is made of flour of any of the five grains, without a mix of other flours, is Hamotzi and requires Birchas Hamazon just like any other bread. B. Legume bread:[2] Bread that is made […]
Teaching child a trade
Teaching child a trade:[1] Every person is obligated to teach his son a trade or how to do business and if he does not do so it is as if he is teaching him to steal.[2] [This is a Biblical obligation.[3]] Q&A Must a mother teach her son a trade?[4] […]
Medical treatment with non-Kosher foods
Please note: This is article is currently under update-a new version will be published IY”H in the near future. In all cases of question, please contact your Rav. Medical treatment with non-Kosher foods:[1] A. Time of danger-Lethal illness:[2] It is permitted for one to benefit/consume forbidden foods for medicinal purposes in […]
Looking into another person’s property-Invasion of privacy
May one look into his neighbor’s property?[1] It is forbidden to look into another person’s property to see his actions and dealings, without his permission and knowledge.[2] This law applies even to a backyard and porch and goes without saying that it applies to a house. This applies even the […]