Question: [Tuesday, 26th Kisleiv 5782] One of the branches of our tall Chanukah menorah broke off together with the Shamash, and we hence now have only seven branches by the Menorah. May I use this menorah to light with until the seventh night? Answer: If the menorah is made […]
The Shamash-Purpose & Halachic details-Part 1
The Shamash-Purpose & Halachic details:[1] A. Its name and the candle that it refers to: The technical term Shamash refers to the candle used to light the Chanukah candles, hence lending it its name “the servant,” and not necessarily to the extra candle that is lit in addition to the […]
The Shamash-Purpose & Halachic details-Part 1
The Shamash-Purpose & Halachic details:[1] A. Its name and the candle that it refers to: The technical term Shamash refers to the candle used to light the Chanukah candles, hence lending it its name “the servant,” and not necessarily to the extra candle that is lit in addition to the […]
Likkutei Sichos-Parshas Tetzaveh: When running away from sin there is no place for political correctness
Parshas Tetzaveh When running away from sin there is no place for political correctness (Likkutei Sichos Vol. 16 Sicha 2) In Parshas Tetzaveh, we learn of the garments of the priests. A regular priest had four priestly garments which he would wear during his temple service while the high priest […]
Melachim 1 Kings 1-Chapter 14: The reigns of Yeravam and Rechavam and their sins
Chapter 14: The reigns of Yeravam and Rechavam and their sins 1. The wife of Yeravam sets out to beseech mercy from the prophet Achiyah on behalf of her deathly ill son: At that time Aviyah, the son of Yeravam, became deathly ill. Yeravam asks his wife to approach Achiyah […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Waiting for wife to come home to light candles
Question: [Monday 25th Kisleiv 5782] My wife will not be coming home until about an hour after nightfall. Is it better for me to light by myself on time or should I wait for her to come home in order to light? Answer: It is better in such a […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Waiting for wife to come home to light candles
Question: [Monday 25th Kisleiv 5782] My wife will not be coming home until about an hour after nightfall. Is it better for me to light by myself on time or should I wait for her to come home in order to light? Answer: It is better in such a […]
Megilas Antiochus-Background, Authenticity, and Content
Megilas Antiochus-Background, Authenticity, and Content:[1] Megillas Antiochus is a historical record of the events that surrounded the Chanukah miracle. Its various names: Megillas Antiochus is also known by the names of: Megillas Chanukah, Megillas Beis Chashmonai[2], and Megillas Yevanis. Its authenticity: The Megillah is quoted in classical scholarly literature of […]
Megilas Antiochus-Background, Authenticity, and Content
Megilas Antiochus-Background, Authenticity, and Content:[1] Megillas Antiochus is a historical record of the events that surrounded the Chanukah miracle. Its various names: Megillas Antiochus is also known by the names of: Megillas Chanukah, Megillas Beis Chashmonai[2], and Megillas Yevanis. Its authenticity: The Megillah is quoted in classical scholarly literature of […]
From the Rav’s Desk: May an Avel/mourner light the Shul’s Menorah
Question: [Sunday, 24th Kisleiv, 5782] In our Shul we usually have a custom that the Chazan of Mincha lights the Shul’s Menorah before Aleinu. I am actually within the year of morning and will be leading the prayers throughout Chanukah and I would like to know is there any issue […]
