Daily Tanach – Yechezkel Chapter 27: Lamentation Over Tyre’s Fall (Tuesday, 16th Shevat)

Yechezkel Chapter 27 – Lamentation Over Tyre’s Fall Introduction to the Lament over Tyre (Verses 1–3) G‑d commands Yechezkel to lift a lamentation over Tyre. Tyre is described as a proud seaport city, a major hub of commerce among many islands, proclaiming arrogantly, “I am the perfection of beauty.” Tyre’s […]

Daily Tanach – Yechezkel Chapter 26: Prophecy Against Tyre (Monday, 15th Shevat)

Yechezkel Chapter 26: Prophecy Against Tyre Tyre’s Arrogant Rejoicing Over Jerusalem (Verses 1–2) In the eleventh year, G‑d speaks to Yechezkel, condemning Tyre for rejoicing at Jerusalem’s fall. Tyre boasted that with Jerusalem destroyed, the “gateway of the peoples” had opened for her gain, and she expected to profit from […]

Daily Chumash & Rashi – Parshas Yisro Sheiny: Yisro advises Moshe how to smoothly run the court system (Monday, 15th Shevat)

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Daily Tanach – Yechezkel Chapter 25: Prophecies Against Ammon, Moab, Edom, and Philistia (Sunday, 14th Shevat)

Yechezkel Chapter 25: Prophecies Against Ammon, Moab, Edom, and Philistia Judgment Against Ammon (Verses 1–7) G‑d commands Yechezkel to prophesy against the children of Ammon. Ammon rejoiced maliciously when G‑d’s sanctuary was profaned, Israel’s land was desolated, and Judah went into exile. Therefore, G‑d will hand Ammon over to the […]

Daily Rambam (1) Melachim uMilchamot – Chapter 10: Noahide laws-Cont (Shabbos, 13th Shevat)

Melachim uMilchamot – Chapter 10: Noahide laws-Cont Halacha 1: A Gentile who inadvertently transgressed [i.e. Shogeg] General rule: A Gentile who transgressed inadvertently, due to error, is exempt from liability. Example by adultery: For example, if he had relations with a married woman thinking it was his wife, or a […]

Daily Tanya – Chapter 23 Part 3: The great fear of G-d which should be experienced during Torah study (Shabbos, 13th Shevat)

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Daily Rambam (1) Melachim uMilchamot – Chapter 9: Noahide laws-Cont (Friday, 12th Shevat)

Melachim uMilchamot – Chapter 9: The Seven Noahide Laws and Their Legal Framework Halacha 1 – The Seven Noahide Laws and Their Origins Adam was commanded six laws: Prohibition of idolatry Prohibition of blasphemy Prohibition of murder Prohibition of forbidden sexual relations Prohibition of theft Obligation to establish courts For […]

Parshas Beshalach – Mefarshim

Mefarshim  📘 Parsha Insights – Rashi Commentary Q&A on Rishon Why didn’t G-d lead the Israelites through the land of the Philistines? Answer: Rashi explains that although it was the shortest route, G-d avoided it because it was too close to Egypt. If the Israelites saw war (like with Amalek […]

🐝 Parshas Beshalach – Parsha Bee

🐝 Parsha Bee Parsha Bee – Q&A on Parsha General Overview Q: How many pesukim are in Parshas Beshalach? A: 116 pesukim. Q: What is the siman (mnemonic) for Parshas Beshalach? A: יד אמונה (Yad Emunah). Q: How many mitzvos are in Parshas Beshalach? A: One mitzvah. Q: Is the […]

Parshas Beshalach – Haftorah Summary

Haftorah 📖 Summary of Haftorah: Shoftim 4:4[1]-5:31   Chapter 4: Devorah & Barak Sisra rules over the Jewish people: The Jewish people return to sinful behavior: The Jewish people continued to perpetrate evil in the eyes of G-d, following[2] the death of Eihud. The Jewish people fall under the reign […]

🔥Parshas Beshalach – Your Complete Parsha Companion: Summary • Haftorah • Bee • Mefarshim • Maamarim • Sichos • Story • Halachos

The Complete Parsha Companion Download PDF Purchase Parsha Companion Read all Articles online 🎶 Customs of Shabbos Shirah 👉 Read Full Article I ▶️ Watch Shiur 🧍‍♂️ A. Standing for Shirah The custom is to stand during the Torah reading of Shirat HaYam. 📜 B. Zecher / Zeicher Amalek Both pronunciations are […]

Guidelines of Mimtzo Cheftzecha: The Permissible and Prohibited Forms of Speech and Walking as Preparation for Post‑Shabbos Activity

The Prohibition of Mimtzo Cheftzecha – Preparing for Forbidden Post‑Shabbos Work:[1] The topic of preparing on Shabbos for activities that will take place after Shabbos is multifaceted and intersects with several distinct halachic prohibitions. As a general rule, it is forbidden to engage in preparations on Shabbos for anything that […]

Daily Halacha: The Prohibition of Mimtzo Cheftzecha – Preparing for Forbidden Post‑Shabbos Work (Thursday, 11th Shevat)

The Prohibition of Mimtzo Cheftzecha – Preparing for Forbidden Post‑Shabbos Work:[1] The topic of preparing on Shabbos for activities that will take place after Shabbos is multifaceted and intersects with several distinct halachic prohibitions. As a general rule, it is forbidden to engage in preparations on Shabbos for anything that […]

Daily Rambam (1) Melachim uMilchamot – Chapter 8: Laws of the Yefat To’ar and Conduct in Captive Territory (Thursday, 11th Shevat)

Chapter 8: Laws of the Yefat To’ar and Conduct in Captive Territory Halacha 1 – Permitted Foods in Enemy Territory When Israel’s army enters enemy territory and captures it, soldiers may eat non‑kosher meat—including neveilot, tereifot, and even pork—if no other food is available. They may also drink wine used […]

Daily Tanya – Chapter 23 Part 1: The unity of G-d with His Mitzvos & the unity achieved with Mitzvah performance (Thursday, 11th Shevat)

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Introduction to Book on Davening

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Should one say Tachanun on Yud Shevat?

Rebbe and Chassidim Reciting Tachanun On Yud Shevat Igros Kodesh Volume 7 page 311 “Certainly you know that also on Yud Shevat we say Tachanun” Question: Is one supposed to not say Tachanun on Yud Shevat? I don’t remember Tachanun ever being skipped in the past, but recently I’ve noticed […]

Daily Rambam (1) Melachim uMilchamot – Chapter 7: The Meshuach Milchamah and Rules of Military Exemption (Wednesday, 10th Shevat)

Melachim uMilchamot – Chapter 7: The Meshuach Milchamah and Rules of Military Exemption Halacha 1 – Appointing the Meshuach Milchamah In both obligatory and optional wars, a special priest—the meshuach milchamah—is appointed and anointed with the anointing oil to address the soldiers before battle. Halacha 2 – Two Speeches of […]

Daily Tanach – Yechezkel Chapter 23: The Allegory of Oholah and Oholibah (Wednesday, 10th Shevat)

Yechezkel Chapter 23: The Allegory of Oholah and Oholibah Introduction: Two Sisters Symbolizing Two Nations (Verses 1–4) G‑d reveals an allegory of two women, Oholah and Oholibah, daughters of one mother. They played the harlot in Egypt during their youth. Oholah represents Samaria, and Oholibah represents Jerusalem. Both belonged to […]

Daily Chumash & Rashi – Parshas Beshalach Revi’i: The sea returns to normal course, annihilating the Egyptian army (Wednesday, 10th Shevat, )

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Daily Rambam (1) Melachim uMilchamot – Chapter 6: Laws of Offering Peace, Conducting War, and Maintaining Holiness in the Camp (Tuesday, 9th Shevat)

Melachim uMilchamot – Chapter 6: Laws of Offering Peace, Conducting War, and Maintaining Holiness in the Camp Halacha 1 – Requirement to Offer Peace Before War A king may not wage war—neither optional nor obligatory—until he first offers peace. If the enemy accepts peace and agrees to keep the Seven […]

Daily Tanach – Yechezkal Chapter 22: The Indictment and Refining of a Corrupt Nation (Tuesay, 9th Shevat)

Yechezkal Chapter 22: The Indictment and Refining of a Corrupt Nation   The Accusation Against the “City of Bloodshed” (vv. 1–5) G-d commands Ezekiel to confront Jerusalem for its violence, idolatry, and the shedding of innocent blood. Because of these sins, the city has become a disgrace and a subject […]

3. How much is Kdei Achilas Peras?

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2. How much is a Revius?

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1. How much is a Kezayis?

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25. In doubt if recited after blessing

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13. The Shiur Kezayis by Mezonos and Hamotzi products – How much of a Mezonos or Hamotzi product must one eat in order to recite Al Hamichyah, or Birchas Hamazon?

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From the Rav’s Desk: Transporting a Sefer Torah Between Synagogues – Halachic Guidelines for the Shabbos before Yud Shevat and Gimmel Tammuz (Monday, 8th shevat)

Transporting a Sefer Torah Between Synagogues – Halachic Guidelines for the Shabbos before Yud Shevat and Gimmel Tammuz  Question Is it permitted on the Shabbos before Yud Shevat or Gimmel Tammuz for a shul to bring a Sefer Torah from another shul in order to have more than one reading, […]

Daily Chumash & Rashi – Parshas Beshalach Sheiyni: Bnei Yisrael realize they are under attack by the Egyptian army (Monday,85th Shevat)

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From the Rav’s Desk: Writing a Mobile Sefer Torah for Remote Minyanim in Israel (Sunday, 7th Shevat)

Join Our Virtual Community – Receive Daily Learning PDF Writing a Mobile Sefer Torah for Remote Minyanim in Israel Question I would like to commission the writing of a Sefer Torah for the following purpose. I run an organization that sends individuals to various non-religious Jewish villages across Israel to […]

2. Reciting an After Blessing for Foods Consumed Before a Meal – Hors d’Oeuvre, “audirbs”, Starters, and Appetizers

Table of Contents Foods – Reciting an After Blessing for Foods Consumed Before a Meal:[1] Eating to Stimulate Appetite [i.e. Parparos, Hors d’Oeuvre, “audirbs”, Starters, and Appetizers]:[2] All appetizers [i.e. Parparos], such as a variety of sweets [i.e. chocolate, or Mezonos pastries[3]] or species of fruits consumed before a meal […]

Daily Halacha: From Hors d’Oeuvres to “Audirbs”: After-Blessings for Pre‑Meal Snacks (Sunday, 7th Shevat)

Join Our Virtual Community – Receive Daily Learning PDF Table of Contents Foods – Reciting an After Blessing for Foods Consumed Before a Meal:[1] Eating to Stimulate Appetite [i.e. Parparos, Hors d’Oeuvre, “audirbs”, Starters, and Appetizers]:[2] All appetizers [i.e. Parparos], such as a variety of sweets [i.e. chocolate, or Mezonos […]

Daily Tanya – Chapter 21 Part 1: Understanding G-d’s speech & How everything Remains nullified to G-d (Sunday 7th Shevat)

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Daily Tanya – Chapter 20 Part 2: A parable from one’s speech which is considered like naught in ratio to the soul (Shabbos 6th Shevat)

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Parshas Bo – Parsha Halacha

Parsha Halacha Taanis Bechoros-Fast of the first born:[1] The custom and date of the fast: On every Erev Pesach, it is customary for the first-born to fast until nightfall in commemoration of the miracle of them being saved from the plague of death of the firstborns in Egypt.[2] [Practically, today […]

Parshas Bo – Mefarshim Rashi

Mefarshim  📘 Parsha Insights – Rashi Commentary Q&A on Rishon   Q1: Why does the verse say “וַה׳” (And God) when striking the firstborn (12:29)? A: Wherever it says “וַה׳,” it refers to God and His heavenly court, because the prefix “ו” indicates addition. Q2: Did only Egyptian firstborns die? […]

Parshas Bo – Parsha Bee

🐝 Parsha Bee Rishon – Plague of Locusts What is the first plague mentioned in this week’s Parsha? The first plague mentioned in this week’s Parsha is the plague of locusts, called Arbeh. How many plagues are described in this week’s Parsha? There are three plagues described in this week’s […]

Parshas Bo – Haftorah

Haftorah 📖 Summary of Haftorah: Yermiyahu 46:13-28   Babylon’s Invasion of Egypt (46:13–24) G‑d commands that the coming judgment be proclaimed in Egypt—in Migdol, Nof, and Tachpanches. Egypt’s warriors will fall, and its cities will become desolate. Pharaoh is mocked as one who missed his appointed time. Egypt, once likened […]