* This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer Shop Now *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. WhatsApp Facebook Twitter Telegram Sponsor an Article Do Sephardim soak the meat before salting as do Ashkenazim? Yes. Explanation: According to the Michaber, there is no obligation to soak […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Shaalos & Teshuvos on Melicha
Do Sephardim soak the meat before salting as do Ashkenazim? Yes. Explanation: According to the Michaber, there is no obligation to soak the meat for any specific amount of time, but it rather suffices to simply rinse it well. This is because the Michaber does not suspect for the opinion […]
May one put up a Mechitza in a Sukkah?
May one put up a Mechitza in a Sukkah?[1] A Mechitza may only be set up in a Sukkah if it leaves a dimension of 7×7 Tefachim on each side of the Mechitza, otherwise that area that contains less than 7×7 Tefachim becomes invalidated. Thus, when setting up Mechitzos in […]
Having a Mechitza by The Ohel or Kever of Tzadik:
The Ohel or Kever of Tzadik: In general, there is no requirement to establish a Mechitza by a burial site as it is not meant for public gathering, and so is the widespread custom of all generations and all cemeteries, even though there are times that men and women come […]
Mechitza by public transportation
Public transportation:[1] There is no requirement for there to be a Mechitza between the men and women on a bus, train, or plane, as the passengers have no connection with each other and are each there for their own purpose. [1] Shaareiy Yitzchak of Rav Ratzabi Bookmark
Having a Mechitza by a concert
By a concert: The entire source of a Mechitza brought from the Talmud is regarding the Simchas Beis Hashoeiva [see source #2]. Hence, a Mechitza between the men and women should be required by a concert. [However, some are lenient to have a concert without a Mechitza between the men […]
Having a Mechitza in a Shiva home
Shiva Home: Some Poskim[1] rule that a Mechitza is required by a Shiva home, between the men and women, being that it is open to the public. Alternatively, the women are to be in another room. This especially applies during Davening. Nonetheless, if the women refuse to leave the Davening […]
Having a Mechitza by a Funeral and Eulogy
Funeral & Eulogy: Eulogy: The entire source of a Mechitza brought in the Talmud is based on a verse in scripture which discusses separation of gender by a eulogy [see source #1]. Hence, a Mechitza between the men and women is required by a eulogy. Furthermore, it is possible that […]
Mechitza by a Shiur or lecture
* This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article By a Shiur Torah or other lecture event:[1] It is necessary […]
Having a Mechitza by a private meal in hotel, restaurant or home
F. Private meal taking place in a public setting, such as a hotel or restaurant:[1] Restaurant: A Mechitza is not necessary between the men and women who are eating in a restaurant, and each family may sit down and eat on their section or table, and so is the widespread […]
