Purim day

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Waking up early: [1] One is to wake up early on Purim morning to go to Shul.   Eating prior to Shacharis: It is forbidden to eat prior to hearing the Megillah reading during the day, just like it is […]

Purim night

 This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Purim Night: A. Maariv on Purim night: Al Hanissim: In Maariv Shemoneh Esrei we add Al Hanissim. [See previous Halacha for the full details!] Kaddish after Shemoneh Esrei[1] After the Amidah, prior to the reading of the Megillah, a complete […]

Al Hanissim

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Al Hanissim [1] A. When is it recited? One is to recite Al Hanissim both by the night and day of the 14th.[2] It is recited in Birchas Hamazon[3], within the blessing of Birchas Haaretz, and in Shemoneh Esrei within the […]

Playful stealing

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Acts of playful stealing: [1] Those that are accustomed to snatch [foods] from each other out of playfulness and good humor, resultant of the Purim spirit, are not considered to transgress the prohibition of stealing, and so is the custom. […]

Purim attire

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com What attire is to be worn on Purim? A. Wearing Shabbos clothing:[1] One should wear Shabbos clothing throughout the day of Purim [starting from the previous night[2]].  Maaseh Shehaya Importance of wearing Shabbos clothing on Purim:[3] The Tzaddik of Zichlin, Reb […]

Traveling to and from Jerusalem

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com One who lives in a city celebrating on the 14th that traveled to a city celebrating on the 15th [Jerusalem], or vice versa: [1] Introduction Regarding the date of the Purim celebration a case that one travels to a city […]

Walled, Unwalled, and cities of doubt

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com The date of Purim in walled and un-walled cities and cities of doubt: [1] Introduction: The Sages, upon decreeing the annual celebration of Purim, differentiated the celebration dates between walled and un-walled cities. The reason for this is because the […]

Fasting and Tachanun

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Fasting and Hesped on the days before and after Purim: Fasting: [1] It is allowed to fast before and after the days of Purim. Hesped:[2] It is permitted to give a eulogy on the days before and after Purim. [However it […]

Learning Torah/Preparing

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Learning Torah/Preparing for Purim: [1] The Maharil would not give a class on Taanis Esther in order to allow everyone the time to properly prepare for Purim. However others[2] write that the custom was to have classes on Taanis Esther. [According […]

Pidyon Haben

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Pidyon Haben [1] If a Pidyon Haben is set to take place on a fast day the father and Kohen may eat just as is the law regarding a Bris.[2] However the meal is to take place at night, after […]

Bris Milah

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Making a bris Milah on Taanis Esther:[1] One may not make a Seudas Mitzvah for the public on Taanis Esther and the meal is hence to take place after the fast. If the fast was pushed up to Thursday:[2] In […]

General laws of the Fast

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com General laws applicable on fast days: Rinsing the mouth: [1] On a public fast day one does not rinse his mouth in the morning. [If however this is causing one discomfort he may be lenient to rinse his mouth.[2]]   Q&A […]

The Davening

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com The Davening: A. Selichos: Selichos are recited on a fast day.[1] The Chabad custom is to recite the Selichos within Tachanun[2], after Shemoneh Esrei of Shacharis.[3] Standing:[4] It is customarily recited while standing. This especially applies for the 13 attributes […]

Taanis Esther-The fast of Esther

    Taanis Esther-A Yom Segula: The Kav Hayashar[1] writes that on Taanis Esther the gates of mercy are open, and it is hence an auspicious time for Hashem to accept one’s prayers. On this day one should recite psalm 22, which was recited in reference to Esther[2], and then […]

General Q&A on the 4 Parshiyos

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com During a leap year in which Adar are the four Parshiyos to be read?[1] In a leap year the four Parshiyos are read in the second Adar.   What is the law if a congregation forgot to read one of […]

Parshas Hachodesh

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Parshas Hachodesh: When: When [the second day of[1]] Rosh Chodesh Adar falls on Shabbos, Parshas Hachodesh is read on the fifth Shabbos in Adar which is the 29th of Adar.[2] When [the second day of] Rosh Chodesh Adar falls on […]

Parshas Parah – Background & Halachos

* This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website *As an Amazon Associate I earn from  qualifying purchases. WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article  Parshas Parah: General laws:[1] A Biblical or Rabbinical obligation?[2] There […]

Parshas Zachar

* 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 Parshas Zachor: A Biblical or Rabbinical obligation:[1] Some Poskim[2] rule that there is a Biblical obligation to […]

Parshas Shekalim-Background and laws

* 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 Parshas Shekalim: The reason for reading Parshas Shekalim:[1] The Torah requires that the sacrifices of the Temple […]

Time Chart

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Moshe’s Birthday and Yartzite

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Moshe’s birthday and Yartzite: Moshe Rabbeinu was born and passed away on Zayin Adar.[1] One is to increase in joy on this day.[2] Some are accustomed to fast.[3] This is not the Chabad custom.[4] However one should increase in charity on […]

Commemoration of Miracle

To Purchase this Sefer [1] One who annually commemorates a miracle that occurred to him in the month of Adar is to commemorate the miracle in Adar I, if the miracle occurred in a year with one Adar, or in the 1st Adar of a leap year. If it occurred on the […]

Yartzite

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Birthdays and Bar Mitzvahs

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com In which Adar is one to celebrate a birthday or Bar-Mitzvah? [1] A. If one was born in Adar of a leap year: If the current year contains one Adar:[2] If one was born in Adar of a leap year and […]

Purim Katan-Laws & Customs

* 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 Purim Katan: [1] Tachanun:[2] Tachanun is omitted on the 14th and the 15th of Adar Rishon.[3] It […]

Which month is Purim?

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com In which months does one celebrate Purim? [1] During a leap year Purim is celebrated in the second Adar. The reason for this is because we desire to proximate the Purim salvation to the redemption from Egypt, the redemption of Mordechai to […]

Increase Joy both months

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com During a leap year does the Mitzvah to increase in joy apply in both months of Adar? Some Poskim [1] write the Mitzvah to increase in joy only applies to Adar Sheiyni, however in Adar Rishon the Mitzvah does not […]

Zayin Adar-Moshe’s birthday and Yartzite

* 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 This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Zayin Adar:  Moshe Rabbeinu was born and […]

Court case

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Court Case: [1] One is to endeavor to have a court case involving a non-Jew arranged for the month of Adar.[2]   [1] M”A 686/5; Mishneh Berurah 686/8; Yerushalmi Megillah 4/1 [2] The reason: The reason for this is because […]

Increasing Joy

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Marbim Besimcha: [1] One is to increase in joy throughout the month of Adar.[2] [Hence one is to rejoice himself, his wife and children during this month, similar to the Mitzvah of rejoicing them on Yom Tov.[3] Included in this […]

The taxes, Mordechai’s fame

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com The Taxes; Mordechai’s fame: [1] The king placed taxes upon the lands. The entire story of Purim is written in the Persian chronicles. Mordechai was liked by most of his brethren and performed good for his entire nation.   Q&A […]

Annual Purim holiday

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com The Annual Purim Holiday: [1] The Jews outside Shushan battled on the 13th and rested on the 14th while the Jews in Shushan battled on the 13th and 14th and rested on the 15th. Therefore it was enacted that the […]

Results of the battles

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com The results of the Battles: [1] The Jews outside of Shushan killed a total of 75000 people. They did not lay their hands on any of the spoils.   Q&A Were any Jews killed in the battle?[2] No. Not one […]

Battle of the 14th in Shushan

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com The Battle of the 14th in Shushan: [1] The king asked Esther on the 13th if she is pleased with the results of the warfare on the 13th and if she has any further requests. Esther asks for a further […]

Mivtza Purim

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Mivtza Purim: Every person is to place effort in influencing the Jews in his surroundings, including the children, to perform the Mitzvos of Purim [1] One is to prepare a Megillah reader, someone to read the portion of Amaleik; Mishloach […]

Battle of 13th of Adar

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com The Battle of the 13th of Adar: [1] On the 13th of Adar that year the Jews stood up for their lives and killed all their enemies that desired to kill them. No one stood in their path, as the […]

New decree and Rejoicing

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com The new Decree: [1] A new decree was sent to all the provinces stating that on the 13th of Adar all the Jews had royal power to eliminate all their enemies on the 13th of Adar.   The rejoicing of […]

Machatzis Hashekel-The Half Shekel

* 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 Machatzis Hashekel-The Half Shekel:[1] Some[2] opinions rule that before Purim one must give half of his country’s […]

Spoils/Rescinding the decree

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com The spoils-Appointment of Mordechai-Rescinding of the decree of annihilation:[1] The estate of Haman was given to Esther. The signet ring was then passed to Mordechai, and Esther appointed Mordechai as the ruler of the estate of Haman. Esther falls to […]

The second feast- Haman’s Execution

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com The second feast-Haman’s execution: [1] At the feast that night, the king asked Esther as to what is her request. She begs the king for mercy to rescind the decree of annihilation against her nation. The king then asked “Who […]

Haman’s return home

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Haman’s return home: [1] Haman returned home after the parade in shame and embarrassment. Upon telling his wife Zeresh, and his advisors, of the events they told him that if he began falling before Mordechai the Jew he is destined […]

Haman’s appointed task

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Haman’s appointed the task of parading Mordechai: [1] That night Haman walked into the kings courters to ask his permission to hang Mordechai. The king asked Haman what the king should do to the person he desires to honor? Due […]

The king’s disturbed sleep

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com The King’s disturbed Sleep: [1] That night Achashveirosh kept on waking up during his sleep. He asked for the book of chronicles to be read before him and the story of Mordechai saving the life of the king was read. He […]

Outline of the Purim story

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Description of Achashveirosh’s reign:[1] Achashveirosh reigned over 127 countries that ranged from Hodu until Kush. The capital city that was home to his throne was called Shushan. The feasts:[2] In the third year of his reign he made a feast […]

Haman builds gallows

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Haman Build’s the Gallows: [1] Haman returns home from the feast in a bitter sweet mood. He is overjoyed over his close relationship with the king and queen although is disturbed by Mordechai’s constant refusal to bow to him. Upon […]

The first feast

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com The First Feast: [1] At the banquet the king asked Esther what was her request. Esther replied that she desires the king and Haman to return to a second banquet that will take place the next night.   Q&A Why […]

Esther’s unexpected entrance to the king

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Esther’s unexpected entrance to the King: [1] On the third day of the fast Esther entered the king’s inner chambers without receiving royal permission. Esther found favor in the king’s eyes and he passed her the scepter, hence indicating her […]

The meaning of the Holiday

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Introduction: The Holiday of Purim is a memorial day in the life of every Jew. It contains something unique that stands out differently than every other Holiday. This is not just a personal feeling, but is the perspective of our […]

The three day fast

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com The three day fast: [1] Esther, upon agreeing to Mordechai’s request, asked that all the Jews in Shushan fast for three days.   Q&A When did the three day fast take place?[2] It took place over Pesach, on the 14th-16th. […]

Esther is informed of the Decree

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Esther is informed of the Decree:[1] Esther hears of the sackcloth being worn by Mordechai and sends Hasach to Mordechai to find out the reason for the sackcloth. Esther is informed by Mordechai of the decree and is asked to […]

Repentance

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Repentance of the Jews: [1] Mordechai knew of the decree and proceeded to tear his clothing and wear sackcloth, walking the streets of Shushan shouting a bitter cry. Word of the evil decree reached the Jews of every province and […]

Haman’s plot

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Haman’s Plot: [1] Haman’s wrath boiled at Mordechai and his people and he decided to annihilate all the Jews in the kingdom. In the month of Nissan Haman played a lottery to determine which month would be most auspicious to […]

Haman the viceroy

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Haman the Viceroy: [1] After the above events Haman was appointed by the king as the viceroy. All subjects of the king were required to bow to Haman upon his arrival. Mordechai however refused to bow.   Q&A Who was […]

Bigsan and Seresh

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Bigsan and Seresh: [1] Bigsan and Seresh, two servants of the king, plotted an assassination attempt against him [to poison him]. This plot was discovered by Mordechai which had Esther inform the king in his name. The two vandals were […]

Esther

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Esther: [1] Messengers of the king were dispersed to find him a new wife to rule in place of Vashti. Esther, the niece and adopted daughter of Mordechai, was taken to the king’s palace. Esther was very beautiful in both […]

Vashti

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Vashti: [1] Under the influence of a large consumption of wine, the king commanded his advisors to bring his wife Vashti, into the men’s area of the feast, wearing [just] her crown in order to show her beauty to the […]

The Feasts

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com The Feasts: [1] In the third year of his reign he made a feast for all his servants and government officials, the leaders of each country under his reign. The feast lasted 180 days. At the conclusion of the feast […]

Achashveirosh’s reign

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Description of Achashveirosh’s reign:[1] Achashveirosh reigned over 127 countries that ranged from Hodu until Kush. The capital city that was home to his throne was called Shushan. Q&A Who preceded Achashveirosh as king?[2] Achashveirosh was preceded by Koresh [and Daryaveish]. […]

General Q&A on the Megillah

This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com General Q&A on the Megillah Who wrote the Megillah? The Megillah was written by Mordechai.[1] Some[2] write that the Megillah was written by the Persians. This however is not to be taken literally, and rather it means that when it […]

The Chanukah Torah Reading

This Article is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Donate Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article The Torah Reading:[1] Each day of Chanukah, three Aliyos are read […]

Hallel on Chanukah

This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here Hallel:[1] Each day of Chanukah one recites the complete Hallel.[2] Kaddish after Hallel:[3] After reciting Hallel, half Kaddish is recited.[4] On Rosh Chodesh Teves, the complete Kaddish is followed after Hallel. This is then followed by the Torah reading. […]

Al Hanissim on Chanukah

This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here Al Hanissim:[1] A. In which prayers is it recited? Al Hanissim is recited throughout all eight days of Chanukah. It is recited within Birchas Hamazon, during the Birchas Haaretz, and within Shemoneh Esrei, by Birchas Modim.[2] The recital of […]

Mourner being Chazan

This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here May a mourner lead the prayers during Chanukah?[1] A mourner who is within 30 days of mourning for a relative, or within 12 months of mourning for a parent, may lead the services on Chanukah, with exception to the […]

Tachanun on Chanukah

This article is an excerpt from Tachanun:[1] Beginning from Mincha[2] of the 24th of Kislev [Erev Chanukah], until after the last day of Chanukah, Tachanun and Lamnatzeiach [and Keil Erech Apayim[3]] is omitted from the prayers.   May a Chasan who is getting married during Chanukah recite Viduiy during Mincha?[4] […]

Lighting Menorah on Motzei Shabbos

To purchase this Sefer, click here Lighting on Motzei Shabbos:[1] In Shul?[2] On Motzei Shabbos, in Shul, the Chanukah candles are lit after Maariv [before Aleinu[3]], prior to Havdala.[4] At home:[5] Certainly, at home, one is to first light the Chanukah candles and then recite Havdala, as one has already […]

Lighting Chanukah candles on Erev Shabbos

This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here Lighting on Erev Shabbos:[1] When are the Chanukah candles lit? On Erev Shabbos, the Chanukah candles are lit prior to the Shabbos candles.[2] The candles are lit with a blessing even though they are being lit while still day.[3] […]

24. The Shul Chanukah Lighting

This Article is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Donate Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article Table of Contents Lighting in Shul:[1] The Mitzvah: One is to […]

Making use of Candles

To purchase this Sefer, click here Making use of the Chanukah candles: A. Using the light of the Chanukah candles:[1] It is forbidden to use the light of the Chanukah candles to perform any mundane activity. This applies both to the Shabbos and weekday Chanukah candles. It is forbidden to […]

The Blessings

To purchase this Sefer, click here The blessings:[1] The Nusach of the blessing:[2] Prior to lighting the candles on each night, one recites the blessing of “Lehadlik Neir Chanukah”[3], and “Sheasa Nissim Laavoseinu Bayamim Haheim Bizman[4] Hazeh”.[5] Shehechiyanu:[6] On the first night of Chanukah, one also recites the blessing of […]

The Seder of lighting-How to light

To purchase this Sefer, click here The Seder of lighting: The attire:[1] A married man is to wear a gartel when lighting the Chanukah candles. One wears one’s usual [weekday] hat and clothes and not his Shabbos garb. See end of Halacha 18! [Some[2] are accustomed to wash their hands […]

How long are the candles to remain lit

This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here For how long are the candles to remain lit?[1] One is to place enough oil for the candle to remain lit until people are no longer found by the marketplace, which is approximately a half hour after nightfall.[2] [The […]

When to light the Chanukah candles

This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here   When to light the Chanukah candles:[1] The end of sunset:[2] The candles are to initially[3] be lit at the end of sunset.[4] It is not to be lit prior to sunset, nor after the conclusion of sunset.[5] Some […]

Where should the Menorah be lit

To purchase this Sefer, click here Where in the home/property should the Menorah be lit? A. Inside the house versus outside the house-The letter of the law:[1] The candles are to be lit outside the front door of one’s house, which opens towards the public.[2] [This only applies if there […]

How many candles to be lit

This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here How many candles are to be lit?[1]  [From the letter of the law, it suffices to light one candle every night.[2] However, in order to fulfill the Mitzvah of Mehadrin we add a candle each night, as follows:] On […]

Appointing an emissary to light

This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here Appointing an emissary to light the candles on one’s behalf:[1] One may appoint an emissary to light the Chanukah candles on his behalf. One may even appoint a person who has already lit the candles and fulfilled his obligation, […]

Lighting when one is away from home

To purchase this Sefer, click here Lighting when one is away from home [i.e. Guests; Bochurim; Travelers]:[1] The following question arise to guests and all those who are away from home: Is he or she obligated to light candles? Is one Yotzei with their families lighting at home, or with […]

Who is obligated to light

This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here Who is obligated to light the Chanukah candles:[1] A. The people obligated: Every homeowner, or head of household, is obligated to light Chanukah candles in their home.[2] This law applies both for men and women, as explained in C. […]

Working while candles are lit

To purchase this Sefer, click here Doing work while the candles are lit:[1] Work is permitted throughout the eight days of Chanukah. However, it is the custom for women not to do any work while the candles are lit [for the first half hour[2]].[3] Women may not be lenient in […]

Eating and doing Melacha before

This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here   Eating and doing Melacha before candle lighting:[1] When the time of lighting Chanukah candles arrives [each in accordance to their custom[2]] it remains forbidden to eat a meal, do work, or even learn Torah, until the candles are […]

Chanukah Customs

This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here Chanukah customs Simcha: It is a Mitzvah to rejoice on Chanukah.[1] One is not to show any sadness on Chanukah and is rather to express joy over the miracle that Hashem performed for us. The joy which one must […]

Festive meals on Chanukah

This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here Festive meals on Chanukah:[1] There is a dispute amongst Poskim regarding the form of celebration the Sages established to be performed on Chanukah. Some Poskim[2] rule the rejoicing was established to be performed only in a spiritual nature; to […]

Visiting a Cemetery

This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here May one visit a cemetery during Chanukah?[1] One is not to visit a cemetery during Chanukah. This applies even if one desires to visit the grave of a relative at the conclusion of Shiva, Shloshim or a Yartzite.[2] Rather, […]

Segulos on Chanukah

This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here Segulos applicable during Chanukah Having children:[1]  The days of Chanukah are an auspicious time for barren women to conceive and have children.   Gates of Teshuvah are still open:[2] Until the end of Chanukah, there is an extended hand […]

Chanukah Midrash-Chapter 2: Classical Q&A

Buy Now WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Email Classic Q&A 1. What does the festival of Chanukah commemorate?[1] Chanukah commemorates the miracles that occurred during the reign of the Greek-Syrian Empire [The Seleucid Empire] in times of the second Temple. They made decrees against Jews, preventing them from following Torah and Mitzvos. […]

The Date of Chanukah

This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here The date:[1] On the twenty fifth day of Kislev begins the festival of the eight days of Chanukah. What it commemorates:[2]  Chanukah commemorates the miracles that occurred during the reign of the Greek-Syrian Empire [The Seleucid Empire] in times of […]

Driving on Chol Hamoed

Car/Driving on Chol Hamoed:[1] It is permitted to drive on Chol Hamoed whether it is for the need of the Moed or simply for the sake of a trip or outing.[2] [If however it is not for the need of the Moed and is not for the sake of a […]

The Meals of Chol Hamoed

The meals of Chol Hamoed: A. How many meals is one to have per day? One is not obligated to eat any specific amount of meals on Chol Hamoed, so long as he does not fast.[1] Nevertheless initially it is a Mitzvah for one to have a meal with bread […]

Prohibition of Melacha

Is the prohibition of Melacha on Chol Hamoed Biblical or Rabbinical? It is disputed amongst Poskim whether the prohibition of doing Melacha on Chol Hamoed is of Biblical or Rabbinical origin. Some Poskim[1] rule it is Biblically forbidden. Other Poskim[2] rule it is Rabbinically forbidden. Practically, Admur rules it is […]

What to do with the food

What does one do with the Eruv Tavshilin food?[1] The bread and food used for the Eruv Tavshilin must be put away in a secure area in order so it will not get eaten or destroyed prior to the completion of the Shabbos preparations on Friday. From the letter of […]

If one forgot to do so

  If one forgot to perform Eruv Tavshilin: If one forgot to perform Eruv Tavshilin on Erev Yom Tov and it is already after nightfall [Tzeis Hakochavim] then by a regular Yom Tov that falls on Thursday-Friday one may still do so through making a Tnaiy. However on Rosh Hashanah […]