Does G-d regret creating punishment and the exile? [Based on Likkutei Sichos Parshas Ki Savo Vol. 24 Sicha 2] In this week’s Parsha, Parshas Ki Savo, we read in Shishi of 98 evil curses that Moshe writes will befall the Jewish people as a result of sinful behavior. These […]
Likkutei Sichos Parshas Ki Savo-Does G-d regret creating Suffering and the exile?
This Sicha is an excerpt from our Sefer Click here to buy Parshas Ki Savo Does G-d regret creating suffering and the exile? (Based on Likkutei Sichos Parshas Ki Savo Vol. 24 Sicha 2) In this week’s Parsha, Parshas Ki Savo, ninety-eight curses are recorded which will befall the Jewish people as […]
From the Rav’s Desk: 1) Opening plastic bottles on Shabbos 2) Using a water filter on Shabbos
Question: [Monday 11th Elul, 5780] Lichvod HaRav, What is the halacha for opening bottles on shabbos? Im talking about soda bottles, grape juice bottles – they have usually a white plastic cap, that once opened leave a plastic ring on the neck of the bottle. thanks Answer: You may be […]
May one go walking on Shabbos for weight loss and exercise purposes?
May one go walking on Shabbos for weight loss and exercise purposes?[1] Background: Going for an exercise walk on Shabbos touches upon two possible prohibitions; 1) Perhaps it transgresses the Rabbinical command that requires for one to change his walking habits on Shabbos. 2) Perhaps it transgresses the Rabbinical prohibition […]
Walking on Shabbos for weight loss and exercise
May one go walking on Shabbos for weight loss and exercise purposes?[1] Background: Going for an exercise walk on Shabbos touches upon two possible prohibitions; 1) Perhaps it transgresses the Rabbinical command that requires for one to change his walking habits on Shabbos. 2) Perhaps it transgresses the Rabbinical prohibition […]
The Sukkah floor
9. The Sukkah floor: Some Poskim[1] rule that it is proper for one to build a tiled floor for the Sukkah in commemoration of the Ananei Hakavod, and in order to be allowed to sweep it on Shabbos and Yom Tov. Practically, the Chabad custom is not to be particular […]
Does a Sukkah require a Mezuzah?
Does a Sukkah require a Mezuzah?[1] A Sukkah is not obligated to have a Mezuzah.[2] A Sukkah built in a house with a removeable roof: If one’s home contains a room with a retractable roof which is turned into a Sukkah, then based on the above some Poskim[3] learn that […]
From the Rav’s Desk: 1) What is a Zabla? 2) Jail time for debtors. Is it Mutar?
Question: [Wednesday 13th Elul, 5780] What is a Zabla? I hear this term used all the time Answer: A Zabla stands for the words “Zeh Borer Lo Echad/Each one chooses one.” A Zabla is an alternative to a set Beis Din, if for whatever reason the sides are unable […]
Onas Devarim-Hurting another with words-The law and severity
Onas Devarim-Hurting another with words:[1] The law:[2] Just as there is a [Biblical] prohibition against oppressing another in business [by cheating him] so too there is a [Biblical] prohibition against oppressing [i.e. insulting, offending, etc] someone with words.[3] [This prohibition is listed as part of the 365 negative commands.[4] The […]
Onas Devarim-Hurting another with words-The law and severity
Onas Devarim-Hurting another with words:[1] The law:[2] Just as there is a [Biblical] prohibition against oppressing another in business [by cheating him] so too there is a [Biblical] prohibition against oppressing [i.e. insulting, offending, etc] someone with words.[3] [This prohibition is listed as part of the 365 negative commands.[4] The […]
