May one wrap in tin foil a Kugel which is inside a tin and place it on the Blech before Shabbos?[1] No, due to the prohibition of Hatmana Shemosif Hevel. [One should be stringent even if his intent is not at all to insulate the food as a result.[2]] What […]
Was Eily the Kohen Gadol a descendent from Pinchas & which family of Aaron merited the High priesthood, Elazar or Itamar?
Was Eily the Kohen Gadol a descendent from Pinchas & which family of Aaron merited the High priesthood, Elazar or Itamar? Eily Hakohen was a descendent of Itamar, the brother of Elazar, the father of Pinchas.[1] Initially, the High priesthood was given to Elazar and his descendent Pinchas who served […]
What should be done if it in middle of Kerias Hatorah we discovered that an extra word was written in the Torah?
Is the Sefer Torah still Kosher? A repeated letter or word:[1] If a word [or letter[2]] in the Sefer Torah was repeated, then the Sefer Torah is invalid, and it is customary to remove a new Sefer Torah. What to do? Mistake found in area permitted to end Aliyah-End […]
From the Rav’s Desk – Q&A on Eily, Kerias Hatorah and Kugel
Was Eily the Kohen Gadol a descendent from Pinchas? Was Eily the Kohen Gadol a descendent from Pinchas & which family of Aaron merited the High priesthood, Elazar or Itamar? Eily Hakohen was a descendent of Itamar, the brother of Elazar, the father of Pinchas.[1] Initially, the High priesthood was […]
The law if the Baal Korei added a word – What to do?
The law if the Baal Korei added a word:[1] If the Baal Korei added a word, then if it does not change the meaning of the verse, he is not required to repeat it. If, however, the meaning of the verse is changed, then he is to repeat that verse […]
Are pets [dogs, cats, birds, fish] Muktzah on Shabbos
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Daily Tanach Thursday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 13: Ido dies a tragic death after mistakenly listening to a false prophet
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Daily Chumash Chamishi Chayeh Sarah – Traveling back to marry Yitzchak
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Parshas Vayakhel Torah Or Selected Teachings
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Tikkun for Pgam Habris
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Disciplining out of love – Not anger: The hug that must follow the Patch
Punishment as a means for love – After demotion comes elevation, and after punishment for sin comes comforting: Meaning of Simolo Tachas Leroshi Uyimino Tichabkeini: It states in scripture that “Simolo Tachas Leroshi Uyimino Tichabkeini/And the left hand is under my head and the right hand embraces me.” Although this […]
After a fire comes wealth – Hashem blesses those who have fallen
Punishment as a means for love – After demotion comes elevation, and after punishment for sin comes comforting: It states in scripture that “and the left hand is under my head and the right hand embraces me.” Although this verse refers to the upper world, and how God’s acts with […]
Should one serve food or refreshments in a Shiva home?
Some are particular to do so and so is the Sephardic custom, however many are particular to specifically not serve any food or refreshments being that people are not supposed to eat food in a Shiva home. Ideally the Chabad custom esspecially in Eretz Yisrael is to be stringent in this. […]
From the Rav’s Desk – Q&A on Shiva
After a fire comes wealth – Hashem blesses those who have fallen The Tzemach Tzedek[1], quoting from the Alter Rebbe in the name of previous Tzadikim, that after a fire [or any other calamity[2]] comes wealth. [In fact, the numerical value of burnt/Saraf in Hebrew is the same numerical value […]
Repossession – May one forcibly take money or possessions from a person who owes him money?
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Daily Tanach Wednesday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 13: The prophecy of Ido to Yeravam, and his death
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Parshas Ki Sisa Torah Or Selected Teachings
Ki Sisa[1] 1st Mamar “Simolo Tachas Leroshi…” Simolo Tachas Leroshi:[2] Punishment as a means for love – After demotion comes elevation, and after punishment for sin comes comforting: Meaning of Simolo Tachas Leroshi Uyimino Tichabkeini: It states in scripture that “Simolo Tachas Leroshi Uyimino Tichabkeini/And the left hand is under […]
List of fruits that do not contain any Arla worry
List of fruits that do not contain any Arla worry:[1] The following fruits are usually never Arla as they do not grow fruit until after 4-5 years. However there are exceptions to this rule based on advancement in agricultural farming and technology, and hence this should only be viewed as […]
Is there any source that whistling in a room summons demons?
Is there any source that whistling in a room summons demons? No. It’s a superstition without any source.[1] What is true that it is recorded in Sefarim[2] that whistling has been traditionally included in some witchcraft ceremonies, however not that all whistling is considered witchcraft or that all whistling can […]
Is it true that in today’s times demons no longer exist?
Is it true that in today’s times demons no longer exist? There is a very well-known saying that the Baal Shem Tov eradicated the demons from the world and therefore there are no longer any demons today. Is this true and is there a source for this statement? Answer: What […]
From the Rav’s Desk – Q&A on demons and more
Is it true that in today’s times demons no longer exist? Is it true that in today’s times demons no longer exist? There is a very well-known saying that the Baal Shem Tov eradicated the demons from the world and therefore there are no longer any demons today. Is this […]
Castration & Sterilization to humans and animals
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Daily Tanach Tuesday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 12: Yeravam builds golden calves for worship
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Parshas Tetzaveh Torah Or Selected Teachings
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Do demons really exist?
Do demons really exist? The Sages[1] mentioned the existence of demons in various places, and they are likewise mentioned in a verse[2] in scripture. It is hence imperative for a G-d fearing Jew who believes in the Torah and in the word of the Sages to believe in their existence.[3] […]
From the Rav’s Desk – Q&A on demons, haircuts and more
Do demons really exist? Do demons really exist? The Sages[1] mentioned the existence of demons in various places, and they are likewise mentioned in a verse[2] in scripture. It is hence imperative for a G-d fearing Jew who believes in the Torah and in the word of the Sages to […]
If one tasted a meat food must he wait 6 hours prior to eating dairy?
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Daily Tanach Monday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 12: The Jewish people rebel against Rechavam and coronate Yeravam as king
* 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 Jewish people rebel against Rechavam and coronate Yeravam as king: When the Jewish people saw how Rechavam responded to […]
Parshas Teruma Torah Or Selected Teachings
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May one place two potted vegetable plants next to each other in Israel?
May one place two potted vegetable plants next to each other in Israel?[1] In the land of Israel where the laws of Kilayim apply it is forbidden to place plants which produce edible produce too close to each other.[2] They are to have a minimum distance of 1.5 Tefachim [i.e. […]
May one say Kiddush Levana past the time written on calendars?
Iinitially one is to be very careful to recite Kiddush Levana prior to the end time written on the Luchos, which follows the opinion of the Rama. This applies to both Ashkenazim and Sephardim. However, in the event that one already missed the time of the first/earliest opinion, then many […]
What was the Rebbe’s opinion on the Moment of silence and Non-Denominational prayer in public schools?
The Rebbe very much encouraged it and advocated for its implimentation both in public talks and in private correspondence with individuals! Background: As a result of the Supreme Court of the United States ruling in 1962, and later on in 1963 banning school prayers[1] the Rebbe advocated to permit a […]
Parshas Mishpatim Torah Or -Selected Teachings
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May Pareve foods that touced fish be eaten together with meat?
Pareve foods which touched fish or meat:[1] Pareve foods which became dirtied with remnants of fish or meat may not be eaten with the opposite food. Thus, if one placed a piece of fish on a slice of bread, the slice of bread may no longer be eaten with meat. […]
May one eat fish together with poultry?
May one eat fish together with poultry?[1] There is no difference between meat and poultry, and hence it is forbidden to eat even chicken together with fish. The same applies to chicken fat.[2] __________________________________________ [1] Shvus Yaakov 2:104; Birkeiy Yosef Y.D. 116 Shiyurei Bracha 8 that so is the custom; […]
Why do we avoid eating fish and meat together?
Why do we avoid eating fish and meat together?[1] One must beware from eating meat and fish together due to that it can cause leprosy.[2] _____________________________________________________ [1] Michaber Y.D. 116:2; O.C. 173:2 “As it is difficult for Davar Acher, and Danger is more severe than a prohibition”; Admur Shemiras Guf […]
From the Rav’s Desk – Q&A on Meat and fish & More
Why do we avoid eating fish and meat together? Why do we avoid eating fish and meat together?[1] One must beware from eating meat and fish together due to that it can cause leprosy.[2] _____________________________________________________ [1] Michaber Y.D. 116:2; O.C. 173:2 “As it is difficult for Davar Acher, and Danger […]
Having a pair of Night Tzitzis
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Daily Tanach Sunday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 12: Yeravam becomes king and leads the Jewish people astray
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Parshas Yisro Torah Or Selected Teachings
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Receiving an Aliya on the birthday
Receiving an Aliya:[1] In honor of one’s birthday, men above the age of Bar Mitzvah are to receive an Aliyah to the Torah.[2] One is to receive this Aliyah on the Shabbos preceding the birthday. [One may receive the Aliyah either by Shacharis or Mincha.[3]] If the birthday falls on […]
Source in the Torah for celebrating a birthday
Source in the Torah for celebrating a birthday: The Torah makes mention of a birthday celebration in reference to Pharaoh when he celebrated his birthday and requested his imprisoned head baker and vintner to appear before him, as predicted in Pharaoh’s dream. The Midrash[1] comments on this that majority of […]
May one remove nail polish on Shabbos?
May one remove nail polish on Shabbos?[1] This matter is relevant to the same dispute in Poskim regarding erasing ink blotches from one’s skin, in which the custom is to be lenient. Nevertheless, some[2] write one is to be stringent not to remove nail polish on Shabbos even according to […]
May I daven near cow dung?
Yes, if it does not smell. [The feces of all animals and birds other than those listed in the Poskim, do not have the status of human feces, and hence one is only required to distance oneself from them if the scent reaches one’s nose as explained above. This includes […]
From the Rav’s Desk – Q&A on Birthdays & More
Is there any Torah source for celebrating a birthday? Source in the Torah for celebrating a birthday: The Torah makes mention of a birthday celebration in reference to Pharaoh when he celebrated his birthday and requested his imprisoned head baker and vintner to appear before him, as predicted in Pharaoh’s […]
How to hold the bread of Lechem Mishneh when saying Hamotzi on Shabbos and Yom Tov?
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Daily Tanach Thursday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 11: Shlomo tries to kill Yeravam who flees to Egypt
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If a relative is sick and needs to sit shiva, how does he go about doing so if he cant keep it properly due to his illness?
How a sick person keeps Shiva-Keeping Shiva after being healed:[1] If one is sick, and is unable to keep Shiva properly, some Poskim[2] rule that he is to keep Shiva after he is healed. Other Poskim[3], however, rule he is to keep whatever customs of Shiva he is able, and […]
According to Chabad custom, should use a towel when washing hands in the morning next to one’s bed?
Should one use a towel to wash upon awakening as is done when washing before bread?[1] The current widespread custom amongst Chabad Chassidim is to wash the morning washing using a towel, just like is done when washing for bread.[2] Nevertheless, the towel is only used when washing the second […]
Until where on the hand should one wash after using the bathroom?
Until where on the hand should one wash after using the bathroom?[1] The entire hand is to be washed until the wrist. At the very least, it is to be washed until the knuckles. [The evil spirit is definitely not removed if one merely washes the tips of the fingers.] […]
From the Rav’s Desk – Q&A on mezuzos and more
Attaching the Mezuzah to piece that extends from ones doorpost if there is no room to place the mezuzah on the doorpost May one attach the Mezuzah to a protruding piece of material that extends from ones doorpost if there is no room to place the mezuzah on the doorpost […]
Attaching the Mezuzah to piece that extends from ones doorpost if there is no room to place the mezuzah on the doorpost
May one attach the Mezuzah to a protruding piece of material that extends from ones doorpost if there is no room to place the mezuzah on the doorpost being that the door takes up the entire doorpost space?[1] This may only be done if the protruding piece which is attached […]
Threatening to take a Jew to secular court
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Daily Tanach Wednesday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 11: Yeravam Ben Nevat
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Parshas Beshalach Torah Or Selected Teachings
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How to wash hands before Davening
How to wash:[1] One is to wash his hands a single time up to his knuckles. One is to leave some water in his palm and then rub the hands together with the water. One does not need to use a vessel, nor must the water be poured as a […]
Is one to be particular to wash his entire hand up until his wrist before Davening or does simply washing the fingers suffice?
Is one to be particular to wash his entire hand up until his wrist before Davening or does simply washing the fingers suffice?[1] One is to only required to wash his hands up to his knuckles and not his wrist[2], and so was witnessed to be done by the Rebbe […]
Is one to wash his hands three times before Davening just as one does in the morning or before bread?
Is one to wash his hands three times before Davening just as one does in the morning or before bread? From the letter of the law, a single washing suffices. Nonetheless, the custom of many, and so was the custom of the Rebbe, is to wash each hand three times […]
What is the law if one who traveled to the Diaspora forgot to say Visein Tal Umatar between the 7th of MarCheshvan and the 5th of December?
What is the law if one who traveled to the Diaspora forgot to say Visein Tal Umatar between the 7th of MarCheshvan and the 5th of December? If one forgot to mention it between the 7th of MarCheshvan and the 5th of December while in the Diaspora, he is not […]
From the Rav’s Desk – Q&A’s on Davening and more
What is the law if one who traveled to the Diaspora forgot to say Visein Tal Umatar between the 7th of MarCheshvan and the 5th of December? What is the law if one who traveled to the Diaspora forgot to say Visein Tal Umatar between the 7th of MarCheshvan and […]
May a Jew be involved in matchmaking [i.e. Shidduchim] for gentiles?
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Daily Tanach Tuesday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 11: Hadad the Edomite regains strength to fight the Jewish people
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Parshas Bo – Torah Or – Selected Teachings
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Should a Yeshiva Bochur or Seminary student who is living in a dorm recite Tefilas Haderech each morning until he returns Home?
Should a Yeshiva Bochur or Seminary student who is living in a dorm recite Tefilas Haderech each morning until he returns Home?[1] Seemingly both the parents home and the door room are considered the home of the student, and is no different than an individual who owns two homes in […]
May an Avel be present in an area that has background music playing?
May an Avel be present in an area that has background music playing?[1] Yes. He may do so if he has no intent to benefit from the music. This applies even during Shloshim. __________________________________________________ [1] See Maharam Shick 368; Nitei Gavriel 14:4 and 6; 33:8 and 12 Bookmark
From the Rav’s Desk – Q&A’s on Shidduchim for secular Jews & More
May one arrange a Shidduch for a non-religious couple who will not keep Taharas Hamishpacha? May one arrange a Shidduch for a non-religious couple who will not keep Taharas Hamishpacha? Many Poskim[1] rule that whenever we suspect that the couple will for certain not guard Taharas Hamishpacha, then it is […]
May one arrange a Shidduch for a non-religious couple who will not keep Taharas Hamishpacha?
May one arrange a Shidduch for a non-religious couple who will not keep Taharas Hamishpacha? Many Poskim[1] rule that whenever we suspect that the couple will for certain not guard Taharas Hamishpacha, then it is forbidden to have any involvement in the marriage.[2] Some Poskim[3], however, rule that it is […]
Goyishe Music -Listening to gentile music
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Daily Tanach Monday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 11: Hashem chastises Shlomo for his actions and promises him that his kingdom will be split
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Parshas Vaeira – Torah Or Selected Teachings
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I discovered in middle of Davening that my Tallis is Pasul. What do I do?
I discovered a torn string by the bottom of my Tzitzis, by the area that rests on the corner, in middle of Davening. What do I do? The Tallis is Pasul, and hence must be removed as soon as possible. If you have a Kosher replacement Tallis, then put it […]
From the Rav’s Desk – Q&A’s on olives, onions, wine, Tzitzis
What is the Kavana to have when eating olives so they dont cause forgetfulness? Keil-Elokim-Matzpatz Background:[1] One who eats olives with the special meditation [i.e. Kavanah] does not get memory damage from it, as it is only the ignoramus who eats it without Kavana who gets damaged. [This intent is […]
Wine – Is it Healthy?
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Water – Is it healthy? Hot, cold, and amounts
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Onions – Are they Healthy?
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Daily Tanach Sunday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 11: Shlomo’s wives
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Parshas Shemos – Torah Or – Selected Teachings
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Parsha Halacha – Lech Licha: Traveling to Eretz Yisrael & Mila
Hashem commands Avraham to leave his homeland to a land that he will be shown. Avraham is blessed that through doing so, he will turn into a great nation and become famous. Avraham was 75 years old at the time. He left together with Lot, his nephew, and his wife […]
Avoiding making Kiddush during the 7th hour on Friday night
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Daily Tanach Thursday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 10: The Kings wealth and fame
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Parshas Vayechi Torah Or Selected Teachings
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Must the water in electric Shabbos urns be hot before the start of Shabbos? May one fill it with cold water anytime before Shekia?
Must the water in electric Shabbos urns be hot before the start of Shabbos? May one fill it with cold water anytime before Shekia?[1] The water in electric Shabbos urns must be hot [at least Yad Soledes, 50 Celsius, 122 Fahrenheit] before the start of Shabbos. All water urns that […]
When did biblical Semicha become extinct?
When did biblical Semicha become extinct?[1] The conventional approach is that it became extinct sometime within the Talmudic era due to government decrees which gave a penalty of death for those who gave Semicha.[2] However, the Rebbe explains, and proves, that in truth it only became completely extinct much later […]
From the Rav’s Desk – Q&A’s on Shabbos urns and more
When did biblical Semicha become extinct? When did biblical Semicha become extinct?[1] The conventional approach is that it became extinct sometime within the Talmudic era due to government decrees which gave a penalty of death for those who gave Semicha.[2] However, the Rebbe explains, and proves, that in truth it […]
If one mistakenly said Visein Tal Umatar after Sukkos but before the proper time, is he to repeat Shemoneh Esrei?
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Daily Tanach Tuesday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 10: Queen of Sheba returns home with gifts from Solomon
* 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 1. The Almog wood delivered by the Hiram’s ships: The ships of Chiram which had brought gold from the land […]
Parshas Vayigash-Torah Or-Selected Teachings
Parshas Vayigash-Torah Or-Selected Teachings[1] 1st Mamar “Vayigash Eilav Yehudah” 1. Vayehi Mikeitz Shnasayim Yamim:[2] See Volume 1 of our Chassidishe Parsha Torah Or Series under Parsha Vayigash where we covered the following matters of this Mamar in detail: The material used for the structure of the Mishkan versus the Mikdash […]
Is it true that the Rebbe Rashab was clinically depressed?
Is it true that the Rebbe Rashab was clinically depressed? It is recorded that when the Rebbe Rashab was in his early 40s he went through a period of “Nemichus Haruach” which is literally translated as a low spirit [i.e. sadness]. [Interestingly, this is the typical age that an individual […]
When on the road is Tefilas Haderech to be said?
* This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Donate Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article When on the road is the prayer to be said? […]
From the Rav’s Desk – Q&A’s on Tefilas Haderech and more
When is the earliest time in travel for one to say Tefilat Haderech? Must it be said after a certain distance away from the city? On the road versus within the city:[1] Tefilas Haderech is to be recited after leaving the city and its outskirts, which is defined as the […]
Pro-life or pro-choice: The Torah’s perspective on abortions of gentile fetuses
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Daily Tanach Tuesday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 10: The Queen of Sheba
* 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 1. The Queen of Sheba meets King Shlomo: The Queen of Sheba travels to King Solomon to test him with […]
Parshas Mikeitz Torah Or Selected Teachings
This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Donate Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article Parshas Mikeitz-Torah Or-Selected Teachings[1] 1st Mamar “Vayehi Mikeitz Shnasayim Yamim” Vayehi […]
Honoring several people to put up a Mezuzah with a blessing
May a person who is putting up Mezuzos to his new home honor several individuals put up a mezuzah with a blessing each on a different door?[1] No. Only a single blessing may be said on behalf of all the people putting up the Mezuzos. [1] Admur 213:7 in parentheses […]
When circumcising twin boys may the two boys be in the same room at the same time when each one’s of circumcision is taking place?
When circumcising twin boys may the two boys be in the same room at the same time when each one’s of circumcision is taking place, as I heard that they should not be in the room at the same time? Indeed, this matter is debated amongst the Poskim and is […]
Is Tachanun said in Shul when a Sandek is present during the Minyan?
Tachanun is omitted in a Minyan in which a person who will be a Sandek that day is participating in, even if the Bris will not be taking place in that Shul. Tachanun is recited in the Mincha prayer if it is taking place after the Bris, even if the […]
From the Rav’s Desk – Q&A’s on Tachanun and more
Is Tachanun said in Shul when a Sandek is present during the Minyan? Tachanun is omitted in a Minyan in which a person who will be a Sandek that day is participating in, even if the Bris will not be taking place in that Shul. Tachanun is recited in the […]
Elections in Halacha
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Daily Tanach Monday Sefer Melachim 1 Chapter 9: Cities built by King Solomon
* 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 1. The taxes placed upon the nation to help with the various constructions: The following is the tax that King […]
Parshas Vayeishev Torah Or – Selected Teachings
Parshas Vayeishev[1] 1st Mamar of “Vayeishev Yaakov Ba’aretz Migurei Aviv” Vayeishev Yaakov Ba’aretz Migurei Aviv:[2] See Volume 1 of our Chassidishe Parsha Torah Or Series under Parsha Vayeishev where we covered the following matters of this Mamar in detail: All levels of Kelipa in the Torah have a counterpart in […]
