Moving a Muktzah item with a shinuiy-Part 2-Examples of unusual manners of moving Muktzah: As explained in part one of this Halacha, all Muktzah objects are permitted to be moved in an unusual manner (shinui), which is defined as moving it with any body part other than one’s hands. The […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Doing Kiddush Levana on Motzei Shavuos
Question: [Tuesday, 8th Sivan, 5781] May one perform Kiddush Levana on Motzei Shavuos, or should he wait until after Shabbos? Answer: In the Diaspora, when seven days have passed from the Molad [either seven complete days, or into the seventh day, depending on one’s accustomed way of ruling], then one […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Doing Kiddush Levana on Motzei Shavuos
Question: [Tuesday, 8th Sivan, 5781] May one perform Kiddush Levana on Motzei Shavuos, or should he wait until after Shabbos? Answer: In the Diaspora, when seven days have passed from the Molad [either seven complete days, or into the seventh day, depending on one’s accustomed way of ruling], then one […]
Does one recite the morning blessing of Al Netilas Yadayim if he did not sleep at night?
Does one wash hands and recite the morning blessing of Al Netilas Yadayim if he did not sleep[1] at night?[2] A. The debate: Background: There is a dispute amongst Poskim[3] as to the reason behind the morning washing, and consequently there is also a debate as to whether one who […]
Does one recite the morning blessing of Al Netilas Yadayim if he did not sleep at night?
Does one wash hands and recite the morning blessing of Al Netilas Yadayim if he did not sleep[1] at night?[2] A. The debate: Background: There is a dispute amongst Poskim[3] as to the reason behind the morning washing, and consequently there is also a debate as to whether one who […]
What number haircut may one take in the area of his Peiyos?
To how short may the hair in the Halachic area of the Peiyos be cut?[1] Razer versus scissor: It is forbidden to cut the hairs in the Halachic area of the Peiyos with a razor.[2] [It is however, permitted to cut it with a scissor, or haircutting machine, even if […]
Haircuts on Erev Shavuos
* This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer 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 Sponsor an Article https://vimeo.com/128112123 Haircut:[1] It is a Mitzvah to get a haircut on […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Drying one’s hands on his shirt on Shabbos
Question: [Thursday, 2nd Sivan 5781] If my hands are wet and I don’t have a towel, may I wipe my hands on my shirt on Shabbos? Answer: In general, it is best to use a towel for wiping one’s hands on Shabbos. [This is in addition to the general adherence […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Drying one’s hands on his shirt on Shabbos
Question: [Thursday, 2nd Sivan 5781] If my hands are wet and I don’t have a towel, may I wipe my hands on my shirt on Shabbos? Answer: In general, it is best to use a towel for wiping one’s hands on Shabbos. [This is in addition to the general adherence […]
Are flowers in a vase Muktzah on Shabbos?
Are flowers in a vase Muktzah on Shabbos?[1] Background: All items that do not contain a use are considered Muktzah Machams Gufo on Shabbos and may not be moved for any purpose in a regular fashion, neither for space, use or to save from damage.[2] Thus, ground products such as […]
