Event-based omissions of Tachanun [Bris, Chasan, Avel, etc] – Summary: *The below is a mere summary of the laws which has been allocated from our lengthy individual articles on each subject. For the sake of brevity, we have not included all opinions or citations of Poskim, and sufficed with bringing […]
Daily Tanach Sunday 7th Elul Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 60 Part 2: Transformation of Jew haters
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Daily Chumash Sunday Ki Seitzei – The laws of a Yefas Toar
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Daily Tanya Sunday 7th Elul Igeres Hakodesh 11: The Danger of Sadness
Epistle 11 7th Elul 🌟 The Foundation: Joy and Faith A person should rejoice and be glad at all times. True life stems from unwavering faith in God, who sustains and benefits us constantly. 🚫 The Danger of Sadness Sadness and complaint suggest a lack of good and presence of […]
Parshas Shoftim – Chassidic Story The Witches of Polotzk, the Whiskey, and the Chassid Who Feared No One
The Witches of Polotzk, the Whiskey, and the Chassid Who Feared No One[1] (Baal HaTanya & Rav Shmuel Munkus) The Kretschma Challenge Near the town of Polotzk, in a district where superstition clung to the air like mist, lived two notorious sorcerers. They were feared by Jews and gentiles […]
Parshas Shoftim Parsha Bee Q&A
🐝 Parsha Bee – Q&A on Parshas Shoftim 📖 General Facts Q: 📏 How many pesukim are in Parshas Shoftim? A: 97. Q: 🔠 What is the siman for the number of pesukim? A: סלוא. Q: 📜 What is the haftorah for Shoftim? A: Yeshayahu 51:12–52:12. Q: 📊 How many […]
Parshas Shoftim Mefarshim – Rashis Commentary
Mefarshim 📘 Parsha Insights – Rashi Commentary Q&A on Shishi 📏 Boundaries & Witnesses Q: 📏 According to Rashi, what does “לא תסיג גבול” (do not push back the boundary) mean? A: Moving the landmark backward into a neighbor’s field to enlarge one’s own. Q: 📜 Why does the […]
Parshas Shoftim-Summary, Likkutei Torah & Likkutei Sichos, Audio Shiurim
Download PDF Parshas Shoftim-Summary of Parsha 1. Appointing honest judges and police 2. Not to plant a tree in the Mikdash. 3. Not to build a Matzeiva. 4. Not to sacrifice a Karban that has a Mum Click Here Parshas Shoftim-Parsha Bee Click Here Parshas Shoftim-Parsha Insights Click Here Parshas […]
Punishing and disciplining on Shabbos
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Daily Tanach Thursday 4th Elul Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 60: The light of the redemption and greatness of the Jewish people
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Daily Chumash Thursday Shoftim – Mitzvos relating to not resemble the Canaanite nations
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Daily Tanya Thursday 4th Elul Igeres Hakodesh 10: Giving Tzedaka Without Limits
4th Elul ❤️ 1. Essence of Teshuvah 🫀 The core of repentance is in the heart — deep regret from one’s innermost feelings awakens a hidden, transcendent Divine light. 🌟 2. Drawing the Light into the Worlds ⬇️ To channel that light into higher and lower worlds, there must […]
Must a Kohen stand for Nesias Kapayim?
Must a Kohen stand for Nesias Kapayim Question: A member of our congregation who is a Kohen is wheelchair-bound. Is it permitted for him to perform Nesias Kapayim from his wheelchair while in a sitting position? Answer: A Kohen may not perform Nesias Kapayim in a sitting position, and […]
If a neighbor’s tree is encroaching onto one’s property
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Daily Tanach Wednesday 3rd Elul Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 59: The redemption is delayed Due to sins
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From the Ravs Desk – Must a Kohen stand for Nesias Kapayim?
Must a Kohen stand for Nesias Kapayim Question: A member of our congregation who is a Kohen is wheelchair-bound. Is it permitted for him to perform Nesias Kapayim from his wheelchair while in a sitting position? Answer: A Kohen may not perform Nesias Kapayim in a sitting position, and […]
Daily Chumash Wednesday Shoftim – Mitzvos relating to not resemble the Canaanite nations
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Daily Tanya Wednesday 3rd Elul Igeres Hakodesh 10: Awakening the Light for Rectification
3rd elul 🕊 The Importance of Guarding the Torah A person must uphold the Torah completely, without deviating even a hair’s breadth. Such devotion draws down divine light from the Infinite (Ein Sof). ⚠ The Damage of Straying One who departs from the path of Torah diminishes the holiness above. […]
Guidelines and restrictions regarding communication with a former spouse
Guidelines and restrictions regarding communication with a former spouse: The Halachic issues: Contrary to popular belief and societal norms, not only do there exist communication restrictions between an ex-husband and wife according to Jewish law, but furthermore they are actually stricter in nature. Meaning, in addition to the regular interaction […]
Guidelines and restrictions regarding communication with a former spouse
Guidelines and restrictions regarding communication with a former spouse: The Halachic issues: Contrary to popular belief and societal norms, not only do there exist communication restrictions between an ex-husband and wife according to Jewish law, but furthermore they are actually stricter in nature. Meaning, in addition to the regular interaction […]
Daily Tanach Tuesday 2nd Elul Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 58: A call for true repentance
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Daily Chumash Tuesday Shoftim – Mitzvos relating to the Levites and Kohanim
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Daily Tanya Tuesday 2nd Elul Igeres Hakodesh 10: The Nature of Mitzvos and Measurement
2nd elul 📏 The Nature of Mitzvot and Measurement Mitzvot (commandments) were given through the attribute of Gevurah (strength/discipline) and Tzimtzum (constriction of divine light). As a result, most mitzvot have precise, limited measurements. 📐 Examples of Specific Measurements in Mitzvot Tzitzit: 12 thumb-breadths in length. Tefillin: 2 fingers by […]
Why do many people avoid Mezonos bread?
Why do many people avoid Mezonos bread? Question: Recently I entered a conversation with someone at the bakery who claimed that Mezonos bread is really a farce and that all the serious Poskim hold that there is no such thing as Mezonos bread today. I insisted that the leading authorities […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Why do many people avoid Mezonos bread?
Why do many people avoid Mezonos bread? Question: Recently I entered a conversation with someone at the bakery who claimed that Mezonos bread is really a farce and that all the serious Poskim hold that there is no such thing as Mezonos bread today. I insisted that the leading authorities […]
Daily Tanach Monday 1st Elul Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 57: The righteous versus the wicked
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Blowing Shofar in Elul – Background & Details
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Daily Chumash Monday Shoftim – Mitzvos relating to a king
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Daily Tanya Monday 1st Elul Igeres Hakodesh 10: The two Levels of Kindness
🕊 Opening and Prophetic Context The words begin with a greeting of peace and a call to awaken the listener to “reproofs of life.” A verse is cited: “The kindnesses of the Lord, for we have not ceased…” — with a linguistic question: why not say “for they have not […]
Why we say Ledavid Hashem Uri in Elul
Why we say Ledavid Hashem Uri in Elul Question: What is the reason for reciting the Psalm of Ledavid Hashem Uri in the month of Elul? Answer: The custom to recite “Ledavid Hashem Uri” during Elul is not found in early legal or Kabbalistic sources, but first appears in […]
From the Ravs Desk: Latest articles and Q&A [Sunday 30th Menachem Av 5785]
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Daily Tanach Sunday 30th Menachem Av Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 56: Hasten the redemption through charity and justice
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The month of Elul – Summary of laws
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Daily Chumash Sunday Shoftim – Appointing honest judges and police
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Daily Tanya Sunday 30th Menachem Av Igeres Hakodesh 9: The Essential Role of Charity in the Era Before Redemption
The Centrality of Charity in Our Times Charity is emphasized as the primary spiritual work in the current era, especially as we approach the time of redemption. The sages taught that Israel will be redeemed only through acts of charity. The Shift from Study to Action While in earlier times […]
Parshas Re’eh Mefarshim – Parsha Insights – Rashi Commentary Q&A on Shishi
Mefarshim 📘 Parsha Insights – Rashi Commentary Q&A on Shishi 📜 What does Rashi explain about “at the end of seven years”? It refers to the seven-year Shemitah cycle, not seven years from each individual loan. 💰 What does “release every creditor’s hand” mean according to Rashi? Relinquish the […]
Parshas Re’eh Chassidic Story – The Night of the Eastern Door
Chassidic story & lesson The Night of the Eastern Door[1] (Baal HaTanya & Rav Zalman Zizmir) It was the way of the Baal HaTanya, the holy Alter Rebbe, to send his greatest chassidim to towns and villages — to teach the ways of Chassidus, to awaken hearts to serve Hashem […]
🐝 Parsha Bee – Q&A on Parshas re’eh
📜 What is the main theme of Parshat Re’eh? The choice between blessing and curse based on following Hashem’s commandments. 🍽 What mitzvah about food is emphasized in Re’eh? The laws of kashrut — identifying kosher and non-kosher animals, birds, and fish. 🏛 Where must sacrifices be brought according to […]
Shabbos Mevarchim Chodesh Elul
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Parshas Re’eh – Summary, Likkutei Torah & Likkutei Sichos, Audio Shiurim
Download PDF Parshas Re’eh-Summary of Parsha 1) The Brachos and Kelalos of Har Gerizim and Har Eival 2) Commandments relating to conquering the land 3) Commandments relating to Karbanos, meat and tithes Click Here Parshas Re’eh-Parsha Bee Click Here Parshas Re’eh-Parsha Insights Click Here Parshas Re’eh-Mamar Likkutei Torah 1. Why […]
May one get married and make a wedding on a Friday?
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Daily Tanach Wednesday 26th Menachem Av Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 55: The redemption, and A call to study Torah and repent
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Daily Chumash Wednesday Re’eh – Laws relating to Kashrus
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Daily Tanya Wednesday 26th Menachem Av Igeres Hakodesh 8: The Power of Prayer and Higher Repentance
Divine Attributes: Limitation and Concealment There exists a spiritual principle of restraint and concealment of divine light, preventing its full revelation to the lower realms. The Role of Human Initiative Human behavior and acts of kindness can awaken heavenly responses. The sages taught: “With the measure a person uses, so […]
בנות לומדות תורה במהלך חופשת הקיץ
בנות לומדות תורה במהלך חופשת הקיץ שאלה: כידוע, ילדינו בחופשת קיץ, וקשה לי מאוד שבנותיי, הלומדות בבית הספר התיכון, עוברות תקופה ארוכה כל כך בלי לימוד תורה ובלי מגע עם ענייני תורה. הן יוצאות לטיולים ונהנות, ישנות עד מאוחר, ועד שהן מתפללות ומתחילות את היום – כבר אמצע היום. […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Girls studying Torah during summer break
Girls studying Torah during summer break Question: As you know, our children are out on summer break and I find it very difficult that my daughters who are in high school are going through such a long period of time without any Torah study and Torah interaction. They go […]
Girls studying Torah during summer break
Girls studying Torah during summer break Question: As you know, our children are out on summer break and I find it very difficult that my daughters who are in high school are going through such a long period of time without any Torah study and Torah interaction. They go […]
The law of blood found in an egg
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Daily Tanach Monday 24th Menachem Av Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 54: The return to Jerusalem
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Daily Chumash Monday Re’eh – Commandments relating to Karbanos, meat and tithes
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Daily Tanya Monday 24th Menachem Av Igeres Hakodesh 7 Part 2: Divine Illumination and Individual Souls
Universal Path to Divine Revelation All individuals of Israel can connect to Divine revelation through engagement in Torah and mitzvot. The Torah provides one unified path for everyone. Unique Roles and Spiritual Missions Despite this unity, each soul, spirit, and generation is distinct. Every soul has a particular role influenced […]
Sitting for an After Blessing
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Daily Tanach Sunday 23rd Menachem Av Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 53: The reaction of the Gentile nations by the redemption
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Daily Tanya Sunday 23rd Menachem Av Igeres Hakodesh 7 Part 1: Yaakov as a Rectifier and Spiritual Channel
Epistle 7 23rd Av Jacob as a Rectifier and Spiritual Channel Jacob is described as possessing a spiritual beauty reminiscent of Adam before the original transgression. His soul contained all future souls of Israel and served as a vehicle for the Divine Torah, connecting the spiritual and physical realms. Divine […]
Daily Chumash Sunday Re’eh – Brachos and Kelalos of Har Gerizim and Har Eival
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Parshas Eikev – Chassidic story The Song That Silenced a City
Chassidic story & lesson The Song That Silenced a City[1] In the early days of his leadership, the Rebbe was known for his concise, piercing talks. One such moment began with a single line from the Mishnah in Tractate Shabbat: “They go out with bells, and they are drawn with […]
Parshas Eikev – Parsha Bee – Q&A
🐝 Parsha Bee – Q&A on Parshas Eikev Q1: How many pesukim are in Parshas Eikev, and what is its siman? 👉 A: 111 pesukim; siman יעל״א Q2: What is the haftorah for Eikev? 👉 A: Yeshayahu 49:14–51:3 Q3: How many mitzvos are in Eikev, and what is the breakdown? 👉 A: Eight total — six […]
Parshas Eikev – Parsha Insights – Rashi Commentary Q&A on Shishi
Mefarshim 📘 Parsha Insights – Rashi Commentary Q&A on Shishi Q1: How is the land of Israel described compared to Egypt? 🌟 A: It is better than Egypt, even Hebron (the poorest part of Israel) was better than Tzo’an (the finest part of Egypt). Q2: Why does the […]
Parshas Eikev – PDF! Summary, Likkutei Torah & Likkutei Sichos, Audio Shiurim
Download PDF Parshas Eikav-Summary of Parsha 1) The blessings received for guarding the Mitzvos: 2) Moshe encourages Bnei Yisrael not to fear the nations of Canaan 3) Recounting the desert experience Click Here Parshas Eikev-Parsha Bee Click here Parshas Eikev-Parsha Insights Click Here Parshas Eikev-Mamar Likkutei Torah Purpose of Birchas […]
Daily Chumash Thursday Eikev – Moshe commands relays to Bnei Yisrael several Mitzvos
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Daily Tanya Thursday 20th Menachem Av Igeres Hakodesh 6 Part 2: Types of Awe and Love
20th Av Types of Awe and Love There are two kinds of awe and love of God: those born from human understanding of the Divine, and those granted from above as a gift. Truth of the Divine The love and awe that come from God are called “Truth,” as the […]
Daily Tanach Wednesday 19th Menachem Av Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 52: The redemption
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Daily Chumash Wednesday Eikev – Moshe recounts the giving of the 2nd Luchos
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Daily Tanya Wednesday 19th Menachem Av Igeres Hakodesh 6 Part 1: The Divine Influence and Mercy in Charity
The Power of Charity and Truth The reward for sowing charity is the attribute of truth, as taught in Proverbs. Divine truth is given to Jacob through Divine grace and mercy. Charity and kindness serve to draw down higher mercy and manifest Divine influence in the physical world. The Attribute […]
The status of Pareve foods cooked in a Ben Yomo meat pot or vice versa
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The status of Pareve foods cooked in a meat pot or vice versa – Part 1
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Daily Tanach Tuesday 18th Menachem Av Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 51: Promises of the redemption
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Daily Tanya Tuesday 18th Menachem Av Igeres Hakodesh 5 Part 4: Summary of the Role of Divine Letters, Souls, and Action
18th Av Summary of the Role of Divine Letters, Souls, and Action Types of Souls in Israel There are two main types of souls: those of Torah scholars and those of righteous individuals active in charity and kindness. Torah scholars primarily dedicate their time to studying Torah but also […]
Daily Chumash Tuesday Eikev – Moshe recounts in detail the sin of the Eigel
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Forgot to say Bracha – Began chewing or drinking without a blessing
Forgot to say Bracha – Began chewing or drinking:[1] What is one to do if he began chewing on a food, or drinking a liquid, and then remembered that he did not say a blessing? [This law deals with the specific case that one remembered to say the blessing as […]
Daily Tanach Sunday 16th Menachem Av Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 50: G-d’s eternal bond to the Jewish people
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Daily Chumash Sunday Eikev – The blessings received for guarding the Mitzvos
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Daily Tanya Sunday 16th Menachem Av Igeres Hakodesh 5 Part 2: Divine Speech in Creation
16th Av The Creation of the World The sages ask why this world was specifically created with the letter Hei (ה). The answer lies in the layered complexity and purposefulness of creation. Multiplicity of Worlds and Spiritual Beings There are countless worlds, palaces, and spiritual beings—angels and souls—each with levels […]
Parshas Vaeschanan – Chassidic story & lesson “Do not Steal” The Advocate of Berditchev
Chassidic story & lesson “Do not Steal” The Advocate of Berditchev[1] A “sinful” request in Mezhibuzh Rabbi Baruch of Mezhibuzh, of blessed memory, was renowned not only for his spiritual insight but also for the gentle yet pointed admonitions he offered, even to the most revered among the Hasidic […]
Parshas Vaeschanon – Mefarshim 📘 Parsha Insights – Rashi Commentary Q&A on Shishi
Mefarshim 📘 Parsha Insights – Rashi Commentary Q&A on Shishi Q1: What does “Hashem Echad” teach about the future recognition of God? 🌍 A: Although Hashem is currently recognized only by Israel, in the future all nations will acknowledge Him as the one true God. Q2: What does “You […]
Parshas Vaeschanan 🐝 Parsha Bee – Q&A on Parsha
🐝 Parsha Bee – Q&A on Parsha Q1: Who pleaded to Hashem to enter Eretz Yisrael? 👉 A: Moshe Rabbeinu Q2: Why did Hashem refuse Moshe’s request to enter the land? 😠 A: Hashem was angry with Moshe because of the actions of Bnei Yisrael Q3: What did Hashem instruct […]
Shabbos Nachamu-Laws & Customs
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Parshas Vaeschanan – PDF, Summary, Likkutei Torah & Likkutei Sichos, Audio Shiurim
Download PDF Parshas Vaeschanon-Summary of Parsha 1) Moshe pleads to Hashem to allow him to enter into Eretz Yisrael 2) Moshe commands Bnei Yisrael to follow the Torah 3) Moshe separates three Arei Miklat Click Here Parshas Vaeschanon-Parsha Bee Click Here Parshas Vaeschanon-Parsha Insights Click Here Parshas Vaeschanon-Mamar Likkutei Torah […]
The 15th of Av – Tu Beav – Background and customs
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Should a blessing be recited when building a fence around a roof?
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Daily Chumash Wednesday Vaeschanon – Moshe repeats the Ten Commandments
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Summary of Name Restrictions in Marriage due to Rav Yehuda Hachassid
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Summary of Name Restrictions in Marriage due to Rav Yehuda Hachassid
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Daily Tanach Tuesday 11th Menachem Av Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 49: The greatness of the Jewish people in the times of the redemption
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Daily Chumash Tuesday Vaeschanon – Moshe separates three Arei Miklat
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Daily Tanya Tuesday 11th Menachem Av Igeres Hakodesh 4 Part 2: Spiritual Circumcision and Redemption
11th Av Divine and Human Roles in Spiritual Transformation An awakening from above only comes in response to an awakening from below; individuals must first initiate the process of spiritual refinement, much like the symbolic act of the “feminine waters” rising before the “masculine waters” descend. Removing the Foreskin of […]
Leaving part of one’s wall unpainted Zecher Lachurban
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Daily Tanach Monday 10th Menachem Av Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 48: Admonishing the Jewish people to observe the commands
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Daily Chumash Monday Vaeschanon – Moshe commands Bnei Yisrael to follow the Torah
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Daily Tanya Monday 10th Menachem Av Igeres Hakodesh 4: The Exile of the Heart and the Path to Redemption
The Challenge of Inner Service Not everyone attains deep, heartfelt service to the Divine, as the soul’s inner spiritual faculty can be in a state of exile. The Spiritual Exile This exile mirrors the Shechinah’s exile with the Jewish people, as described by the sages, when the soul’s divine spark […]
Doing laundry after midday on Tisha b’Av
Doing laundry after midday on Tisha b’Av Question: I am a counselor in a camp and am currently home and will need to leave for camp immediately after Tisha b’Av is over. All of my clothing are dirty due to the prohibition of washing them during the nine days and […]
Applying Vaseline to lips on Tisha b’Av
Applying Vaseline to lips on Tisha b’Av Question: Is it permitted for one to apply Vaseline to one’s lips on Tisha b’Av? My lips are very dry and I am in extreme pain and I would really like to know if this is permitted. Answer: Yes, it is permitted without […]
Daily Chumash Vaeschanon Sunday – Moshe pleads to Hashem to allow him to enter into Eretz Yisrael
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Removing the cover from the Bima on Tishe Beav
Removing the cover from the Bima on Tishe Beav Question: I was present in a Chabad shul and being that I came early I began preparing the shul for the Maariv Tisha b’Av prayer, removing the Paroches and the covering of the Bima. Someone then told me that our custom […]
From the Ravs Desk: Latest articles and Q&A [Sunday 9th Menachem Av 5785]
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Showering on Tisha b’Av to wash off sweat
Showering on Tisha b’Av to wash off sweat Question: After coming home from Shul after Maariv on Tisha b’Av night I felt really sweaty and disgusting. The Shul was very overcrowded and overheated which caused me to sweat profusely, not to mention the walk home. I know myself, I will […]
Eating or drinking Shiurim on Tishe Beav
Eating or drinking Shiurim on Tishe Beav Question: I’m sick in bed not feeling well this Tisha B’Av, and my doctor advised me to stay hydrated. I know it’s a fast day, but are there specific halachic guidelines for how I should drink in shiurim if I need to? How […]
Is an item removed from a dishwasher considered Ben Yomo?
Is an item removed from a dishwasher considered Ben Yomo Question: Is an item that has just been removed from a dishwasher considered “Ben Yomo”—that is, has it retained its status as having been used within the past 24 hours for hot meat or dairy? In other words, does washing […]
From the Ravs Desk: Latest articles and Q&A [Friday 7th Menachem Av 5785]
*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Buy in Paperback or Kindle [4 Volumes] Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website Join Daily Halacha distribution list Sponsor an Episode Donate Recent Q&A May a person take a cold shower on Shabbos afternoon if he feels very sticky […]
Used meat spatula with dairy frying pan
Question: Dear Rabbi I have a bit of an urgent question regarding my dinner. I asked my daughter to fry me eggs in a dairy frying pan that just went through the dishwasher. It hadn’t been used for milk in over 24 hours. While cooking, I noticed that she accidentally […]
