Does an old Gartel require Geniza?[1] No. Nevertheless, it is proper to wrap it in a bag and place it in the garbage rather than placing it directly in together with all the filth. [1] See Piskeiy Teshuvos 21:2 footnote 42 Bookmark
No water for washing – What to do?
You have the following options available: Search your house for a bottle of water, or any water that may happen to be in an item which did not have work done to it. If there is water available within 18 minutes of travel, whether from a faucet or through purchasing […]
At what age does a gentile become Bar Mitzvah?
A gentile – Sheva Mitzvos: According to the Rishonim[1] who rule that the age of 13 is a tradition of Moshe from Sinai , then it is possible that this age does not apply to a gentile. However, according to those Poskim[2] who rule the reason for age 13 is […]
The source and reason behind age 13 being the age of Bar Mitzvah
The source and reason behind age 13 being the age of Bar Mitzvah: When a boy turns 13 years of age, he becomes obligated in Torah and Mitzvos. Until that age he is considered a Katan, and is Biblically exempt from keeping Mitzvos. The sources in Poskim who mention […]
From the Ravs Desk: Latest articles and Q&A [Tuesday 23rd Kisleiv 5785]
The source and reason behind age 13 being the age of Bar Mitzvah The source and reason behind age 13 being the age of Bar Mitzvah: When a boy turns 13 years of age, he becomes obligated in Torah and Mitzvos. Until that age he is considered a Katan, and […]
Daily Tanach Tuesday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 21 Part 1: Achav & the vineyard of Navos HaYizraeili
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Chanukah Gelt
Buy Now WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Email Chanukah Gelt:[1] It is a Jewish custom, which is Torah, to distribute Chanukah Gelt to children.[2] This was also the custom of the Chabad Rebbeim. One is to distribute even to his married children. The purpose of this custom is to motivate the […]
Is a blind person obligated in lighting Chanukah candles?
A blind person:[1] A blind person is obligated to light Chanukah candles.[2] [Nevertheless, he is to do so without a blessing.[3]] Preferably, he is to have another person, such as his wife or host, light on his behalf. [1] M”A 675:4; Rashal 77; Elya Raba 675:7 [2] Poskim ibid The […]
From the Ravs Desk: Latest articles and Q&A [Monday 22nd Kisleiv 5785]
Saying a blessing on behalf of another if one was already Yotzei the Mitzvah [i.e. Kiddush, Havdala] One who was already Yotzei, or is not currently being Yotzei, the Mitzvah:[1] A person who already fulfilled his obligation of a Mitzvah, [or did not yet fulfill his obligation, but plans to […]
Daily Tanach Monday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 20 Part 5: Achav is told by a prophet of his demise due to allowing Ben Hadad to live
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Saying a blessing on behalf of another if one was already Yotzei the Mitzvah [i.e. Kiddush, Havdala]
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All scriptural villains have a counterpart in Kedusha:
All scriptural villains have a counterpart in Kedusha: There exists a Pharaoh and Sar Hamashkim in Kedusha: Just like Pharoah and the Sar Haofim exist in the world below, which is Kelipa, so too they also exist within the realm of Kedusha. Both exist within the realms of Kelipa and […]
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I am in the hospital for Chanukah. Should I light my own candles or am I Yotzei with my husband? You are to light your own candles, or be Yotzei with the general candle lighting taking place in the hospital, if such a lighting is taking place [i.e. dining room]. […]
Daily Tanach Sunday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 20 Part 4: Peace is made between Achav and Ben Hadad
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Increasing in blessings for many individuals – May a person doing a Mitzvah multiple times in one session honor several individuals to do so with a blessing each time
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Parshas Vayeishev – Parsha Halacha
Parsha Halacha Yosef gave bad reports of his brothers to his father Yaakov. Yaakov loved Yosef more than any of his other sons, as he was born in his old age. Yaakov made for him a beautiful garment. The brothers saw that their father loved Yosef, and could not speak […]
May a husband make Kiddush a second time for his wife if he already made or was Yotzei Kiddush in Shul?
Night Kiddush: Only if his wife or young children do not know how to say Kiddush themselves. Or, one’s wife cannot drink wine or grape juice. Otherwise, he may not make the Kiddush for them and they are to do so themselves. Day Kiddush: Yes, although some are Machmir as […]
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Should one make a Farbrengen Friday night this year that it falls on Chaf Kisleiv? Yes. The Rebbe spoke very painfully in 1984 of the fact that no farbrengen was held Friday night that year, and asked for this mistake to not be repeated. The Rebbe stated that there should have […]
Torah Or and Likkutei Torah : Its uniquness, background history, Segulos, & Directives of Rebbe for its study
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Daily Tanach Thursday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 20 Part 3: The 2nd Battle of Achav and Ben Hadad
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New Articles Every Jew is needed to fulfill the worlds purpose The purpose of creation – To know G-d: It states in the Zohar that the purpose of creation of man was in order for him to know G-d. The intent of this statement is as follows: Our physical world […]
Daily Tanach Wednesday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 20 Part 2: Battle of Achav and Ben Hadad
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Parshas Maaseiy Likkutei Torah Selected Teachings
Parshas Maaseiy[1] 1st Mamar “Eileh Maseiy Bnei Yisrael” Eileh Maseiy Bnei Yisrael:[2] A great rule service of G-d – The need for a Rebbe: The opening verse of this week’s portion begins with the words “and these are the journeys of the Jewish people who left Egypt in the hands […]
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True holiness is achieved through Mitzvah fulfillment True holiness is achieved through Mitzvah fulfillment: Our sages teach us that abstinence from pleasures brings towards holiness and holiness brings towards humility and humility brings towards fear of heaven. Now, the main aspect of holiness is accomplished through the fulfillment of Mitzvah’s, […]
At what age should Bochurim get married?
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Daily Tanach Tuesday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 20: Battle of Achav and Ben Hadad
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The bigger you are, the greater your angel Everything has an angelic source in the upper spiritual worlds: [Likkutei Torah Balak] There is not one creation within this physical world or revealed spiritual worlds of above, known as Alma Desiglaya, which does not have a root and source above in […]
The Chevra Kadisha – Who are they and what are their responsibilities and when do they fast
* 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 The Chevra Kadisha-Who are they and what are their responsibilities?[1] It is a Jewish tradition for each […]
Daily Tanach Monday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 19: Eliyahu flees to Mount Chorev
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The power of song in Avodas Hashem All of the elevations take place through song: In the future era we will experience 50,000 Jubilee elevations. This means that the world will experience a revolutionary change and promotion in its G-dly experience every 50 years for a total of 50,000 cycles […]
Removing or putting on two items of clothing simultaneously
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Daily Tanach Sunday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 19: Eliyahu flees to Mount Chorev
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The power of song in Avodas Hashem
All of the elevations take place through song: In the future era we will experience 50,000 Jubilee elevations. This means that the world will experience a revolutionary change and promotion in its G-dly experience every 50 years for a total of 50,000 cycles [for a total of 2,500,000 years]. Now, […]
Parshas Vayishlach Parsha Halacha
Parsha Halacha We do not eat from the sciatic nerve of an animal until this day due to this injury that Yaakov sustained in the battle. Gid Hanashe: Why don’t we eat the gid Hanashe: The Ramban explains that by Eisev’s angle hitting the Gid Hanashe all the Tzadkim that […]
May one staple papers together or remove staples from papers on Shabbos?
May one staple papers together or remove staples from papers on Shabbos?[1] It is forbidden to staple paper or other items together due to the sewing prohibition. This is prohibited from being done even if one plans to leave the items attached with the staple for a very short while.[2] […]
May one attach two sides of his clothing using a safety pin?
May one attach two sides of his clothing using a safety pin?[1] Regarding making it into a double stitch: Some Poskim[2] rule that this should not be done. Others[3] rule that so long as it is not meant to be placed there for permanent use [as is usually the case] […]
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Why are there so many details in Jewish law to validate a Mitzvah? How Mitzvah’s refine sparks of holiness found within physical objects: Each and every physical object within this world contains within it great sparks of holiness that fell into it from the spiritual world of Tohu as a […]
Making Tehina on Shabbos
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Daily Tanach Thursday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 18: The prophets of Baal are not successful in bringing a fire
* The article below is an excerpt from the above Sefer Buy Now-The Tanach Summary Series Purchase on our website Sign up for Daily link via Whatsapp Sponsor an Episode The prophets of Baal are not successful in bringing a fire: The prophets of Baal prepare their offering and pray, […]
Why are there so many details in Jewish law to validate a Mitzvah?
How Mitzvah’s refine sparks of holiness found within physical objects: Each and every physical object within this world contains within it great sparks of holiness that fell into it from the spiritual world of Tohu as a result of the breakage of the vessels. The sparks of holiness are trapped […]
When replacing the Pasul Tzitzis of a corner, must one undo the Tzitzis of the other corners and retie them?
When replacing the Pasul Tzitzis of a corner, must one undo the Tzitzis of the other corners and retie them?[1] No. The concept of Taaseh Velo Min Hasuiy does not apply in such a case. If the Tzitzis of another corner has torn and is only Kosher Bedieved, see next […]
If the strings of a Tzitzis tore and became invalid, may one unravel some of the loops in order to validate its length?
If the strings of a Tzitzis tore and became invalid, may one unravel some of the loops in order to validate its length? No.[1] However some Poskim[2] rule that in a time of need that other Tzitzis is not available, one may do so. _____________________________ [1] P”M 12; Rav Akiva […]
Merirus – Bitterness in Avodas Hashem as a prerequisite to experience Ahavas Hashem
Bitterness over concealment of G-dliness is a prerequisite for experiencing love in the Shema prayer: In order to be successful in experiencing the emotion of love for G-d, one must first bring himself to a state of bitterness over the fact that G-d is concealed from him. [If one does […]
Achdus: The seven types of Jews and the path of truth of each sect
The seven types of Jews: Each particular Jewish soul is referred to as a candle, while the general souls of Israel are referred to as a Menorah. The Menorah contains seven candles which correspond to seven levels of service of G-d. Some individuals serve G-d with love which is similar […]
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If the Tzitzis of a corner became invalid and needs to be replaced, does it affect the Kashrus of the Tzitzis of the other corners and require it to be replaced? If the Tzitzis of a corner became invalid and needs to be replaced, does it affect the Kashrus of […]
Children’s inheritance of communal positions held by father
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Daily Tanach Wednesday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 18: Achav and Eliyahu meet, and a showdown is agreed to take place
* The article below is an excerpt from the above Sefer Buy Now-The Tanach Summary Series Purchase on our website Sign up for Daily link via Whatsapp Sponsor an Episode Achav and Eliyahu meet, and a showdown is agreed to take place: Ovadia went towards Achav and he told him […]
Parshas Behalosecha – Likkutei Torah Selected Teachings
Parshas Behalosecha[1] 1st Mamar “Behalosecha Es Haneiros” Behalosecha Es Haneiros:[2] The seven types of Jews: Each particular Jewish soul is referred to as a candle, while the general souls of Israel are referred to as a Menorah. The Menorah contains seven candles which correspond to seven levels of service of […]
בענין עבודת המרירות בימינו
בענין מרירות נכתב על ידי הרב אליהו לנדא שליט”א כלפי הדעה הרווחת כיום אצל כו”כ מאנ”ש, שבדורנו – לדעת כ”ק אדמו”ר – אין מקום למרירות כלל, ורק צ”ל בשמחה. וזאת על יסוד דברי הרבי במאמר ד”ה מרגלא בפומי’ דרבא (התוועדויות תשמ”ו ח”א עמ’ 667) וזלה”ק: ענין המרירות שבתשובה אינו שייך […]
Is there an actual stealing prohibition involved in disturbing one’s sleep?
Is there an actual stealing prohibition involved in disturbing one’s sleep? There is no stealing prohibition involved in waking a person up and so to say stealing their sleep and the concept of Gezel Sheiyna is indeed not mentioned anywhere in the Talmud or Poskim, and was first coined by […]
Does every person merit to marry thier Zivug Rishon, Bashert?
Does every person merit to marry thier Zivug Rishon, Bashert? It is clear from the sources that not every person merits to marry their Bashert. This can be due to a variety of reasons, such as their Zivug not following them into the current reincarnation, or due to sin of either […]
The power of will and its ability to change pain to pleasure
Man contains total control over his will and desires: Our sages teach us that all that is required of man to be successful in serving G-d is for him to nullify his will and desires in face of the will and desire of G-d. This means that one who has […]
The importance of productivity and dangers of timewasting activity that lead to a desert of evil
Naso Es Rosh Bnei Gershon: Likkutei Torah [The history of the Jewish people in their travel from Egypt to the holy land includes a period of 40 years of travel within the Sinai desert. What was the purpose of this travel? Although, the 40 year stay was a punishment for […]
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The power of will and its ability to change pain to pleasure Man contains total control over his will and desires: Our sages teach us that all that is required of man to be successful in serving G-d is for him to nullify his will and desires in face of […]
Kol Isha – Men listening to women sing
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Daily Tanach Tuesday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 18: A drought and the showdown by Mt. Carmel
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Parshas Naso – Likkutei Torah selected teachings
Parshas Naso[1] 1st Mamar “Naso Es Rosh Bnei Gershon” Naso Es Rosh Bnei Gershon:[2] The purpose of the Jewish peoples traveling through the desert: [The history of the Jewish people in their travel from Egypt to the holy land includes a period of 40 years of travel within the Sinai […]
Does the prohibition of Onas Devarim apply against offending a gentile?
A gentile: Some Poskim[1] rule that the prohibition of Onas Devarim does not apply against verbally oppressing a gentile. [The above does not mean that one is permitted or encouraged to verbally oppress a gentile, but that simply doing so is not included in the above unique prohibition.] [1] Implication […]
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Does the prohibition of Onas Devarim apply against offending a gentile? A gentile: Some Poskim[1] rule that the prohibition of Onas Devarim does not apply against verbally oppressing a gentile. [The above does not mean that one is permitted or encouraged to verbally oppress a gentile, but that simply doing […]
What is the law if a drop of hot milk or chicken soup spritzed onto a dairy/meaty vessel?
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Daily Tanach Monday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 17: Eliyahu is fed by the widow
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Why Teenagers think they know everything and what happens at age 20?
Miben Esrim:[1] The significance of age 20: Our sages teach us that a child is not able to perform real estate sales with his father’s assets until he reaches the age of 20 years old. What is significant about the age of 20 that specifically at that age one becomes […]
Parshas Bamidbar Likkutei Torah Selected Teachings
Parshas Bamidbar[1] 1st Mamar “Vayidaber Hashem El Moshe Lamor” Vayidaber Hashem El Moshe Lamor:[2] Finding emotional individuality in Judaism:[3] The verse in Koheles states, “Noda Bashearim Ba’alah,” which literally means that she knows her husband by the gates. The Alter Rebbe explains this as follows: the term Ba’alah here refers […]
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Importance of verbalizing words of Torah and not learning in mere thought The two forms of writing – Ink versus Inscription: The verse states, “Im Bechukosaiy Teileichu/and if you walk in My statutes [then you will receive the following reward].” The use of the term Bechukosai remains to be understood […]
Touching clothing and items [i.e. alarm clock, glasses, etc] before washing hands in the morning
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Daily Tanach Sunday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 17: Eliyahu Hanavi flees from Achav
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The need to study all sections of Torah: Tanach, Talmud, Halacha, Agada
The different subjects of Torah each draw a unique Revelation: The purpose of the 365 negative commands is to separate evil from G-d, while the purpose of the 248 positive commands is to draw G-dliness down below. Now just as there exists many different foods with different qualities and tastes […]
There’s no place like home – Finding spiritual fulfillment in Judaisim rather than foreign Meditations
The designated time for a Jew to reach spiritual fulfillment: [Likkutei Torah Bechukosaiy] The designated time for a Jew to expand his love of G-d is during the time of prayer of Shemoneh Esrei and the praises of Pesukei Dezimra which are said prior to it. These prayers include blessings […]
Importance of verbalizing words of Torah and not learning in mere thought
The two forms of writing – Ink versus Inscription: The verse states, “Im Bechukosaiy Teileichu/and if you walk in My statutes [then you will receive the following reward].” The use of the term Bechukosai remains to be understood as our sages state that it does not just refer to any […]
Parshas Bechukosaiy – Likkutei Torah Selected Teachings
Parshas Bechukosaiy[1] 1st Mamar “Im Bechukosaiy Teileichu…” Im Bechukosaiy Teileichu:[2] See Volume 1 of our Chassidishe Parsha Torah Or Series under Parshas Bechukosaiy where we covered this matter of this Mamar in detail. Understanding the Sefirah of Kesser The Kabbalistic connection between Matan Torah and Shavuos Reaching the level of […]
Parshas Vayeitzei Parsha Halacha
Parsha Halacha “Yaakov kissed Rachel and cried with a raised voice. He told her that he is her cousin, the son of Rivka.” The Torah [Bereishis 29:11] relates that Yaakov Avinu hugged and kissed Rachel, his first cousin, when he first met her. The Mefarshim and Poskim deal with why […]
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May one attach two sides of his clothing using a safety pin? May one attach two sides of his clothing using a safety pin?[1] Regarding making it into a double stitch: Some Poskim[2] rule that this should not be done. Others[3] rule that so long as it is not meant […]
Mixing mayonnaise with tuna or egg on Shabbos
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Daily Tanach Thursday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 16: The reign of Omri
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Mussar & Chassidus in Yeshiva learning: The need for character refinement amongst Torah learners
Trimming the garden and removing the weeds prior to planting Torah: [Likkutei Torah Behar] One who plants a vineyard needs to work on cutting away the thorns that interfere with the vineyards growth. This is an integral part of agriculture and of the planting process as seen regarding the Shabbos […]
Understanding the value and effect of your Torah study on YOUR future
Dealing with a dry Torah learning experience: Although the Torah certainly comes from a very high place up in heaven, when we study Torah down here below we do not feel or experience any pleasure and G-dly attachment in its comprehension. This is very different from the souls in the […]
Parshas Behar Likkutei Torah Selected Teachings
Parshas Behar[1] 1st Mamar “Ki Savou El Haaretz …” Ki Savou El Haaretz:[2] Sister love for G-d: Scripture describes the relationship between G-d and the Jewish people as a husband and wife and brother and sister, as written in the verse “Pischu Li Achosi Rayasi/Open for Me My sister My […]
Tikkun for possibly transgressing Rabbinical prohibition Beshogeg
I accidentally ate a Nestle Magnum ice cream that has milk powder that is not Chalav Yisrael, as they make two different types one that is one that is not and I forgot to check. What do I do? We find debate amongst the Poskim as to whether powdered milk […]
Why do only married women need to cover their hair and not single girls?
Likkutei Torah Emor The sages state that the hair of a married woman is an Erva, which is a source for nurture of evil and Kelipa. The reason for this is as follows: The female represents the aspect of energy that is invested within the worlds, as the divine energy […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Latest articles, Q&A on Chasan, Hair, Magnum ice cream
Does one say tachanun if there is a Chasan present in shul on the day of his wedding? Different customs. Practcially, Tachanun is to be omitted unless there is an explicit known custom otherwise in one’s community. Is Tachanun recited if there is a Chasan in Shul who is getting […]
Onas Devarim-Hurting another with words-The law and severity
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Daily Tanach Tuesday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 16: The reign of Zimri
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Parshas Emor Likkutei Torah selected Teachings
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Doing a Bris on Shabbos if nonreligious relatives will drive to the Bris
Iyh I am doing a Bris for my son on Shabbos. What do I do about nonreligious relatives driving to the Bris? The Bris of course is not to be pushed off or delayed due to this. Practically, you have two options: 1) Invite them to stay for the entire […]
May one bathe for pleasure purposes during the 12 months of mourning for a parent [i.e. Jacuzzi/spa]?
May one bathe for pleasure purposes during the 12 months of mourning for a parent [i.e. Jacuzzi/spa]? Yes. After the conclusion of Shloshim, starting from the morning of the 30th day, the mourner may bathe and shower without restriction, and hence there is no restriction against using a Jacuzzi or […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Latest articles, Q&A on spas, bris
May one bathe for pleasure purposes during the 12 months of mourning for a parent [i.e. Jacuzzi/spa] Yes. After the conclusion of Shloshim, starting from the morning of the 30th day, the mourner may bathe and shower without restriction, and hence there is no restriction against using a Jacuzzi or […]
Is a gentile prohibited from castrating a human/animal as part of the Noahide laws?
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Is a gentile prohibited from castrating a human/animal as part of the Noahide laws?
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Daily Tanach Tuesday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 16: The reign of Elah
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Parshas Kedoshim – Likkutei Torah Selected Teachings
Kedoshim[1] 1st Mamar “Vechi Savou El Haaretz …” Vechi Savou El Haaretz:[2] See Volume 1 of our Chassidishe Parsha Torah Or Series under Parshas Kedoshim where we covered the following matters of this Mamar in detail: Rectifying the sin of the Tree of Knowledge The fourth year-Why does Hashem need […]
Understanding toddlers – Tempertantrums, lack of empathy and over-possessiveness
The significance of age three: [Likkutei Torah Kedoshim] The age of three holds much significance in Jewish thought and literature. For example, it states that Avraham recognized his creator at age three. Likewise, a girl is not considered fit for intimacy and hence cannot be consecrated through intimacy until age […]
Torah scholarship and Hasmada is not enough – The need for humility and Bittul
The Holy slingshot – How to effect that the fire of G-d be a consuming fire: [Likkutei Torah Acharei Mos] The flame of a physical fire requires proper fuel in order to remain stable and not flicker and eventually extinguish. Thus, if the log of wood is too tough and […]
A recipe for depression – Unproductivity, video games, vanity, and indulgence within self gratification
The slingshot of evil and Kaf Hakela: [Likkutei Torah Acharei Mos] Earlier we stated that the revelation of G-dliness onto the soul is similar to a spring or slingshot that is pulled down, as the revelation can only be retained onto the soul if the Jew pulls himself down, through […]
Parshas Acharei Mos – Likkutei Torah – Selected Teachings
Acharei Mos[1] 1st Mamar “Ki Bayom Hazeh Yichaper Aleichem…” Ki Bayom Hazeh Yichaper Aleichem:[2] See Volume 1 of our Chassidishe Parsha Torah Or Series under Parshas Acharei Mos where we covered the following matters of this Mamar in detail: Obligation of each Jew to study entire Torah The Torah is […]
I work as a technician for an air-conditioning company and was hired to do some repair work for the churches air conditioning system. May I do the work?
I work as a technician for an air-conditioning company and was hired to do some repair work for the churches air conditioning system. May I do the work?[1] No. It is forbidden to enter a church, or receive benefit from it. [1] See Michaber Y.D. 143:2; Shach 143:1; Taz 143:4; […]
May one daven or learn Torah in a hotel room that contains a Jacuzzi, such as a couples Zimmer?
May one daven or learn Torah in a hotel room that contains a Jacuzzi, such as a couples Zimmer?[1] Yes. It is permitted to study Torah and Daven in such a room as the room is well aired and hence does not accumulate much steam, as well as that the […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Q&A on Jacuzzis and churches
May one daven or learn Torah in a hotel room that contains a Jacuzzi, such as a couples Zimmer? May one daven or learn Torah in a hotel room that contains a Jacuzzi, such as a couples Zimmer?[1] Yes. It is permitted to study Torah and Daven in such a […]
May one purchase pet food that contains meat and dairy ingredients
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Daily Tanach Monday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 16: The reign of Basha
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May an Olah read his own Aliyah?
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