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Tzom Gedalia Summary of laws
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Daily Tanach Sunday Sefer Melachim 1 – Chapter 6: The building of the Temple
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How many people must be present by Hataras Nedarim, 10 or 11?
How many people must be present by Hataras Nedarim, 10 or 11?[1] The Poskim[2] rule that it is proper to perform Hataras Nedarim with a group of ten men. Some Poskim[3] understand this to mean that one should have 10 people annul the vow for each individual, hence having a […]
May one use an egg for the Eruv Tavshilin?
May one use an egg for the Eruv Tavshilin?[1] Yes, and so is the custom of some communities.[2] However, initially, one is not to use an egg but rather a food of significance such as cooked meat or chicken or fish. ___________________ [1] See Siddur Admur “Tavshil Chashuv such as […]
Must one personally do an Eruv Tavshilin – Asking someone to have you in mind for their Eruv Tavshilin
May I ask a freind to have me in mind when they do the Eruv Tavshilin, or must I do so myself? You must do it in your personal house with food that you own, and should do so personally or appoint a Shliach in youir house to do so […]
Shabbos Shuva Laws & Customs
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me here or on Amazon.com 1. Shabbos Shuva [Teshuvah[1]]: A. The meal: A Mitzvah to eat:[2] It is forbidden to fast on Shabbos Teshuvah.[3] Dipping the Challah in honey:[4] During the Shabbos meals, after Hamotzi, one dips the Challah in honey. Nevertheless, one should also […]
From the Ravs Desk: Shaalos Veteshuvos on Rosh Hashyanah
Cutting nails on the day before Yom Tov Question: Am I allowed to cut nails on the day before Erev Yom Tov or does this at the same status as Thursday on which we don’t cut nails because it will grow back on the third day which is Shabbos, and […]
Lighting a Teshuvah candle before Shabbos Shuva
Lighting a Teshuvah candle: On the eve of Shabbos Teshuvah, it is customary in the Rebbe’s household to kindle [a twenty-four-hour candle which is known as] a “Teshuvah light.”[1] [The Rebbe once stated that it is the Chabad custom to light three Teshuvah candles on Erev Shabbos Teshuvah.[2] When the […]
Erev Rosh Hashanah laws and customs & Cemetery visitation laws & Eruv Tavshilin Laws
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Daily Tanach Tuesday Sefer Melachim 1 – Chapter 5: Chiram sends wood for the building of the temple
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Cutting nails on the day before Yom Tov
Question: Am I allowed to cut nails on the day before Erev Yom Tov or does this at the same status as Thursday on which we don’t cut nails because it will grow back on the third day which is Shabbos, and hence so too regarding Yom Tov we should […]
Parshas Haazinu – Selected teachings in Likkutei Torah
Parshas Haazinu[1] 1st Mamar “Haazinu Hashamayim[2]” Haazinu Hashamayim #1:[3] A. Only a ray of the soul enters the body:[4] While every Jewish body contains a G-dly soul, the entire G-dly soul does not descend and become invested within the body but rather a mere ray and glimmer. A ray and […]
From the Ravs Desk – Shaalos Veteshuvos on Rosh Hashana foods that are avoided
Should one avoid eating almonds on Rosh Hashanah? Yes. Although the almond is not a true botanical nut, nonetheless, the widespread custom is to avoid eating it. Sources: Piskeiy Teshuvos 583 footnote 37 that so is the custom in many communities to avoid all nuts [pistachio, peanuts, almonds] and not just […]
Daily Tanach Sunday Sefer Melachim 1 – Chapter 5: The wisdom of Shlomo
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Chapter 13: Blowing on Mivtzaim
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Black ink on the bottom surface of the Tefillin – Is it a Chatzitza?
Question: I gave my tefillin for checking and it came back with a lot of splashed ink on the bottom of the Tefillin? Is it valid? Is this a problem of a Chatzitza? Answer: If there is actual substance of ink on the bottom of the tefillin then it […]
From the Ravs Desk – Shaalos Veteshuvos on Tefillin
Black ink on the bottom surface of the Tefillin – Is it a Chatzitza Question: I gave my tefillin for checking and it came back with a lot of splashed ink on the bottom of the Tefillin? Is it valid? Is this a problem of a Chatzitza? Answer: If […]
Directives for when the conclusion of Rosh Hashanah that falls on Friday Erev Shabbos
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Daily Tanach Sunday Sefer Melachim 1 – Chapter 5: Shlomo’s monarchy and building of the Temple
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Daily Chumash Sunday Haazinu – The song of Haazinu
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Chapter 12: The Shofar blowing in the Musaf Prayer
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Shabbos Mevarchim Tishrei
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Parshas Nitzavim-Selected Teachings from Likkutei Torah
Parshas Nitzavim[1] 1st Mamar “Atem Nitzavim Hayom Kulchem[2]” Synopsis: Achdus of all Neshamos on Rosh Hashana; All sparks of Neshamos are elevated; Hashem made Kerisas Bris; Blow Shofar to remind Hashem of Bris; Penimiyus and Chitzoniyus of the heart; Meaning of Tzevakos; Penimyus Haleiv-Lecha Amar Libi-Mimamakim Kerasicha. 1. […]
Parshas Vayelech-Summary, Likkutei Torah & Likkutei Sichos, Audio Shiurim
Parshas Vayelech-Summary of Parsha Moshe’s last day, instructions not to fear conquering Canaan Click Here Parshas Vayelech-Parsha Bee Not Available Parshas Vayelech-Parsha Insights Not Available Parshas Vayelech-Mamar Likkutei Torah Shabbos Shuva Click Here Parshas Vayelech-Selected Teachings from Likkutei Torah Not Available Parshas Vayelech-Likkutei Sichos he Mitzvah of writing a Torah […]
The color of the Batim – Dyeing them black
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Daily Tanach Thursday Sefer Melachim 1 – Chapter 4: The king’s ministers and advisors
* 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 12 governors: Shlomo had 12 governors appointed over the Jewish people who were in charge of providing the king […]
Daily Chumash Thursday Nitzavim Vayelech – The Mitzvah of Hakhel
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Blessings instituted post Talmudic era
What blessings are valid to recite, and can one make up a new blessing: Blessings instituted post Talmudic era:[1] Some Poskim[2] rule that after the Talmudic period, which preceded the Geonic period by about half a century, it is not possible for blessings to be instituted and no one contains […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Shaalos Veteshuvos on Geirus
The minimum education required by Converts Question: I am a little confused regarding what a future convert is required to study in Judaism in order to be accepted as a convert. On the one hand, I understand that they have to go through a years long course of study and […]
The minimum Jewish education required for Converts
The minimum Jewish education required for Converts Question: I am a little confused regarding what a future convert is required to study in Judaism in order to be accepted as a convert. On the one hand, I understand that they have to go through a years long course of study […]
Daily Tanach Wednesday Sefer Melachim 1 – Chapter 4: The king’s ministers and advisors
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Daily Chumash Wednesday Nitzavim Vayelech – Freedom of choice to choose life or death
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Daily Tanach Tuesday Sefer Melachim 1 – Chapter 3: The King settles a dispute regarding who is the true mother of the living child
* 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 King settles a dispute regarding who is the true mother of the living child: At that time, two women […]
Daily Chumash Tuesday Nitzavim Vayelech – The curses that will befall our enemies
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Bikurim today
Question: Does the Mitzvah of Bikurim exist today and what if someone designated a first fruit on his tree as Bikurim? We learned about Bikurim this past week in class and my teacher showed us a picture of a tree in her house in which she tied a string around […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Shaalos Veteshuvos on Bikurim and more
Bikurim today Bikurim today Question: Does the Mitzvah of Bikurim exist today and what if someone designated a first fruit on his tree as Bikurim? We learned about Bikurim this past week in class and my teacher showed us a picture of a tree in her house in which she […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Shaalos Veteshuvos on Rosh Hashanah
Forgot to say Ledavid by Mincha Forgot to say Ledavid by Mincha Question: I forgot to say Ledavid by Mincha, may I make it up by Maariv? Answer: Seemingly it is better not to do so. However, one who does so have upon whom to rely. The reason: […]
Forgot to say Ledavid by Mincha
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Daily Tanach Monday Sefer Melachim 1 – Chapter 3: The wisdom, marriages, and sacrifices of Shlomo
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Daily Chumash Monday Nitzavim Vayelech – Hashem comforts Bnei Yisrael that He will return them from exile
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From the Rav’s Desk: Shaalos Veteshuvos on Tefillin, Mezuzos & More
May one say Daven Shacharis without a Tallis Gadol if none is available? May one say Daven Shacharis without a Tallis Gadol if none is available? Question: May one say Daven without a Tallis Gadol? I had my tefillin checked and by the time I picked them up the next […]
Verifying the Kashrus of the squareness of the sewing of your Batim
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Daily Tanach Sunday Sefer Melachim 1 – The king instructs Shimi ben Geira to not leave the city
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Hairs protruding from the Bayis of the Shel Rosh
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Parshas Ki Savo-Selected Teachings from Likkutei Torah
1st Mamar “Hayom Hazeh Havayah Elokecha[1]” Synopsis: Why does the verse say the word Hazeh and not the actual day? The importance of the Torah Shebaal Peh and its connection to Eretz Yisrael. The level of Rosh Hashana which is “Hayom”; Fear and love and covenant on Torah Shebaal […]
Is a Sandek to fast on the day of the Bris?
Sandek: According to all, a Sandek does not need to fast on the day of the Bris. Nonetheless, if the Sandek desires to do so due to Chivuv Mitzvah, then he may. Bookmark
Should the Sandek wear the Tallis over his head or should he rather wear a hat over it?
Should the Sandek wear the Tallis over his head or should he rather wear a hat over it? Seemingly, there is no need to wear it over the head as it is simply worn for reasons of honor and respect of the occasion[1], and not for the sake of the […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Shaalos Veteshuvos on Peyos & More
Placing the Peyos behind or covering ears Placing the Peyos behind or covering ears:[1] A person should avoid covering his ears with his Peyos during Shemoneh Esrei and throughout Davening. [Some[2] learn that one is to be particular in this throughout the day and not just during prayer. Some[3] learn […]
Special reading laws for the Torah portion of Ki Savo
Check out our Amazon Sefarim Shop * This article is an excerpt from the above book WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article The Torah portion of Ki Savo:[1] In the sixth Aliyah the Torah portion discussing the curses is read. Avoiding an interval by the curses: The custom[2] is […]
Daily Tanach Thursday Sefer Melachim 1 – Chapter 2: Avyasar the Kohen is exiled by Shlomo
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The law of if one changed the wording of a blessing
Changing Nussach – Matbeias Chachamim:[1] The wording of all the blessings were established by Ezra the scribe and his Beis Din.[2] The general rule is as follows: Whoever changes from this wording that was established by the sages [i.e. Matbeia Shetavu Chachamim] is making an error[3], and does not fulfill […]
May a Jew work for a gentile owned store, or company which sells non-Kosher products?
May a Jew work for a gentile owned store, or company which sells non-Kosher products? Working in a store or company that sells non-Kosher food raises the question of the prohibition against doing business with non-Kosher foods[1], and the prohibition against benefiting from foods prohibited in benefit [i.e. Basar Bechalav […]
How much hair is forbidden to be removed from the Peyos area?
How much hair is forbidden to be removed from the Peyos area? Some Poskim[1] rule that it is permitted for one to remove hair from the Peyos area so long as 40 hairs remain in the area. Other Poskim[2], however, rule that one is biblically liable if he removes even […]
Placing the Peyos behind or covering ears
Placing the Peyos behind or covering ears:[1] A person should avoid covering his ears with his Peyos during Shemoneh Esrei and throughout Davening. [Some[2] learn that one is to be particular in this throughout the day and not just during prayer. Some[3] learn that this means that one is not […]
May a non observant Jew give one a haircut?
May a non observant Jew give one a haircut? May a non observant Jew be honored to cut some of the hair, or finish off the haircut of the child? While from the letter of the law this is certainly permitted, some[1] write that due to the reasons of Kabbalah […]
May a Gentile give one a haircut?
May a Gentile give one a haircut? May a gentile be honored to cut some of the hair, or finish off the haircut of the child?[1] Letter of law – General Halacha: [Due to reasons of danger] one is not to get a haircut from a Gentile unless one is […]
The Kashrus status of a cracked or chipped Shofar
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Daily Tanach Wednesday Sefer Melachim 1 – Chapter 2: Dovid passes away
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The 15th of Elul-Beginning the review of the laws of Sukkos
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Daily Tanach Tuesday Sefer Melachim 1 – Chapter 2: Dovid’s arting words for Shlomo
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Standing versus sitting when recitong a blessing
Standing or sitting: Birchas Hanehnin – Blessings of pleasures [i.e. food, drink, spices]: Blessings that are their recited over pleasures, such as before and after eating food and drink, may be recited in either a standing or sitting position.[1] This is with exception to the after blessing of Birchas Hamazon[2], […]
The prohibition of Bamos & Manoach’s sacrafice
The prohibition of Bamos & Manoach’s sacrafice Question: When did it become forbidden to offer sacrifices on mobile altars known as Bamos, as we learned in Navi class that Manoach offered a sacrifice on a Bama altar. Answer: This matter is disputed in the Talmud, with some [Rebbe Yehuda, […]
The Kashrus status of a chipped Shofar
A chipped shofar Question: My shofar is slightly chipped at its opening [by the area placed on the lips to blow]. Is it valid for me to use during the month of Elul and on Rosh Hashanah? Answer: Although it may be used during the month of Elul [being […]
Walking behind one’s Rebbe
Walking behind one’s Rebbe Question: Is it permitted for one to walk behind his Rebbe? Answer: It is forbidden for one to walk to the side of ones Rebbe as this appears as if one views himself equal to his Rebbe and he is considered an ignoramus [i.e. Bur], […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Walking behind one’s Rebbe & More
Walking behind one’s Rebbe Question: Is it permitted for one to walk behind his Rebbe? Answer: It is forbidden for one to walk to the side of ones Rebbe as this appears as if one views himself equal to his Rebbe and he is considered an ignoramus, and rather […]
Daily Tanach Monday Sefer Melachim 1 – Chapter 1: Adoniyahu and his men discover that Shlomo was proclaimed king
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Chapter 2: The Month of Elul-Shaar Halacha
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Chapter 3: Erev Rosh Hashanah
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Chapter 1: The Month of Elul-Shaar Hachassidus
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Cotton Tzitzis Strings – Must Tzitzis strings be made of wool?
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Cotton Tzitzis Strings – Must Tzitzis strings be made of wool?
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Daily Tanach Sunday Sefer Melachim 1 – Chapter 1: Dovid instructs for Shlomo to be anointed as king
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Selected excerpts from Likkutei Torah – Eikev
1st Mamar “Vayachilcha Es Haman” Synopsis: The heavenly bread, known as the Mun, is the dew, Tal, which will be used to revive the dead in the future era. It is the level of Rachamim Rabim, great divine mercy. The level of Aryeh, lion, above in heaven is Gedulaso […]
Do the laws of Treifos apply to fish? May one eat a fish which is not able to live due to an injury or defect?
Treifos by Fish Question: Do the laws of Treifos apply to fish? May one eat a fish which is not able to live due to an injury or defect? Answer: The laws of Treifos do not apply to fish and hence one may eat an injured or defected kosher […]
From the Ravs Desk: Q&A on Fish, feeding employees and an angry Get
Eating Live Fish Question: I have a theoretical question regarding the kashrus of fish. May one eat a live fish? Does it have a prohibition of Eiver Min Hachaiy? Answer: While the prohibition of Eiver Min Hachaiy does not apply to live fish and hence it is permitted to […]
May one eat a live fish? Does it have a prohibition of Eiver Min Hachaiy?
Eating Live Fish Question: I have a theoretical question regarding the kashrus of fish. May one eat a live fish? Does it have a prohibition of Eiver Min Hachaiy? Answer: While the prohibition of Eiver Min Hachaiy does not apply to live fish and hence it is permitted to […]
Daily Tanach Thursday Sefer Melachim 1 – Chapter 1: Dovid is informed of the actions of Adoniyahu
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Accepting presents – The Midas Chassidus to refuse free gifts
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Daily Tanach Wednesday Sefer Melachim 1 – Chapter 1: Adoniyahu begins acting like a king
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Selected Teachings from Likkutei Torah Parshas Ki Seitzei
1st and 2nd Mamar “Ki Seitzei Lamilchama[1]” Synopsis: This Mamar discusses the daily prayer and the connection between prayer and warfare. Why do we pray daily? What is its function and effect and why is it necessary every day. How does prayer correspond to sacrifices? What is the mystical […]
How often should or must one check Mivtzaim Tefillin
How often to check Mivtzaim Tefillin Question: I own a pair tefillin which I use only for Mivtzaim, which I usually do once a week on Fridays. I would like to know if I must check them every year, or how often they should be checked? Answer: It is […]
Women and girls saying blessings during Nida
Question: I met an elderly Jewish woman at an old age home who when I asked her if she would like to say a blessing over candle lighting before Shabbos, she was very excited to do so, however asked me if it was allowed for her to say the blessing, […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Women saying blessings
Women and girls saying blessings Question: I met an elderly Jewish woman at an old age home who when I asked her if she would like to say a blessing over candle lighting before Shabbos, she was very excited to do so, however asked me if it was allowed for […]
Daily Tanach Tuesday Sefer Melachim 1 – Chapter 1: Avishag Hashunamis
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Buying a Mayim Achronim set
Buying a Mayim Achronim set Question: I was at the Judaica store and purchased a beautiful Mayim Achronim set as a gift for my hosts by whom I stayed over the summer, as I noticed that they didn’t have one. When I gifted it to them, they’re very touched and […]
How to call up a convert to the Torah if his parents also converted
How to call up a convert to the Torah if his parents also converted Question: My family converted to Judaism when I was a child. When I’m called to the Torah, shall I use my father’s current Jewish name, or should I be called up as Ben Avraham. I have […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Khat arla, Mi Shebeirach for Ger, nice vessel for Mayim Achronim
The status of the Khat leave regarding Arla and Teruma Umaasros Question: Is one required to separate Terumos Umaasros from the Khat plant whose leaves are used for chewing and swallowing the juice that comes out upon chewing it. The leaves are then spat out and not actually swallowed. […]
The status of the Khat leave regarding Arla and Teruma Umaasros
The status of the Khat leave regarding Arla and Teruma Umaasros Question: Is one required to separate Terumos Umaasros from the Khat plant whose leaves are used for chewing and swallowing the juice that comes out upon chewing it. The leaves are then spat out and not actually swallowed. […]
The prohibition of Cross-dressing – Lo Silbash
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Cross-dressing – The prohibition of Lo Silbash Full Article
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Daily Tanach Monday Shmuel 2 Chapter 24: Dovid is instructed to build an altar for G-d
* 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 Dovid is instructed to build an altar for G-d: Gad came to Dovid on that day and told him that […]
What to do if one does not remember if already completed the blessing of Sim Shalom
Does not remember if already completed the blessing of Sim Shalom Question: I was towards the end of Shemoneh Esrei, and suddenly got distracted by something that happened in shul. When I returned to concentrate I could not remember if I had already completed the blessing of Sim Shalom or […]
Teenage Girls sleeping on same bed
Teenage Girls sleeping on same bed Question: Is it permitted for two girls to sleep on the same bed? We are having a Shabbaton for high school girls and do not have enough beds in our location for every girl to sleep in their own bed? Answer: From the […]
Calling up by name for Aliyah to the Torah – Sephardim versus Ashkenazim
Question: I was by a Sephardic Minyan and was motioned to go up to the Torah, and when I told the Gabaiy my name he did not repeat it and officially call me up and simply encouraged me to begin the Aliyah. Was this an anomaly or is this indeed […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Shaalos Veteshuvos on Aliyos, Bed Sharing, Shemoneh Esrei doubts
Sephardim don’t call up by name for Aliyah to the Torah Question: I was by a Sephardic Minyan and was motioned to go up to the Torah, and when I told the Gabaiy my name he did not repeat it and officially call me up and simply encouraged me to […]
May one speak Hebrew in a bathroom [or Mikveh bathhouse]?
Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. WhatsApp Facebook Twitter Telegram Sign up for Daily Distribution Sponsor an Episode Donate May one speak Hebrew in a bathroom [or Mikveh bathhouse]?[1] It is permitted to speak […]
May one speak Hebrew in a bathroom or Mikveh bathhouse?
May one speak Hebrew in a bathroom [or Mikveh bathhouse]?[1] It is permitted to speak of mundane matters in Lashon Hakodesh in a bathroom.[2] However it is an act of piety to be stringent [and avoid speaking Lashon Hakodesh at all in a bathroom, even of mundane matters].[3] [Some explain […]
Daily Tanach Sunday Shmuel 2 Chapter 24: Counting the Jewish people
* 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. Dovid’s regret and rebuke for having done the census: Dovid regrets having the census done and asks G-d for […]
The reason and purpose for saying blessings
The reason and purpose for saying blessings: Hekdish – Permission from God to benefit from His items:[1] The Sages state that whoever benefits from this world without a blessing is considered as if he has benefited from sacred items, as the verse[2] states and to God is the world in […]
