May one pay bills during Chol Hamoed? Some Poskim[1] rule one may not do so. Others[2] rule it is permitted. ________________________________________________________ [1] Debitziner Rav brought in Chol Hamoed Kehilchasa 10 footnote 82 [2] Chol Hamoed Kehilchasa 10:25 Bookmark
May one make a deposit on Chol Hamoed?
May one make a deposit on Chol Hamoed?[1] It is forbidden to do so due to the business prohibition. If however one fears the money being stolen or needs to cover checks that have already been written out. _____________________________________________ [1] Chol Hamoed Kehilchasa 10:25 Bookmark
Coloring on Chol Hamoed
May children or adults draw pictures and make paintings on Chol Hamoed? Background: It is forbidden to write [or draw pictures or designs[1]] on Chol Hamoed.[2] Some Poskim[3] rule that it is only forbidden to write in a professional script, known as Maaseh Uman, which is the scribal lettering used […]
Chol Hamoed Sukkos prayers
The order of the Davening on Chol Hamoed Sukkos: Up until Shemoneh Esrei, a regular weekday Davening. Shemoneh Esrei of weekday with Yaaleh Veyavo. Whole Hallel, with Lulav Shaking. After Hallel, Hoshanos is performed. After Hoshanos, the Chazan recites Kaddish Shaleim with Tiskabeil. This is then followed by Shir Shel […]
May one cash a check on Chol Hamoed?
May one cash a check on Chol Hamoed?[1] One may not cash a check on Chol Hamoed unless he is unsure whether there will be money in the account of the check after Yom Tov. [Likewise, if one needs the money for holiday needs or to cover payments that are […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Ironing during Chol Hamoed
Question: [Wednesday, 18th Nissan, 5781] Is it permitted for one to iron clothing during Chol Hamoed? Answer: Yes. Many Poskim rule that it is permitted for one to iron clothing on Chol Hamoed [for the sake of Chol Hamoed or Yom Tov]. However, some Poskim rule that the custom is […]
The order of the Davening on Chol Hamoed Sukkos
The order of the Davening on Chol Hamoed Sukkos: Up until Shemoneh Esrei, a regular weekday Davening. Shemoneh Esrei of weekday with Yaaleh Veyavo. Whole Hallel, with Lulav Shaking. After Hallel, Hoshanos is performed. After Hoshanos, the Chazan recites Kaddish Shaleim with Tiskabeil. This is then followed by Shir Shel […]
Ushpizin-Printable Chart & Halacha
Ushpizin Chart for print and download Ushpizin:[1] The Zohar[2] states that during Sukkos we merit to have the seven shepherds of Israel as guests in our Sukkah, upon dwelling within it. One is required to rejoice each day with the Ushpizin of that day. The order: The seven Ushpizin are: […]
Is Tachanun said by Kerias Shema Sheal Hamitah of Erev Yom Kippur?
Is Tachanun said by Kerias Shema Sheal Hamitah of Erev Yom Kippur? Those who do not decrease in the amount of Selichos recited on the night of Erev Yom Kippur are to say Tachanun at night in Kerias Shema Sheal Hamitah. However, those who are accustomed to decrease in the […]
Is Tachanun recited by the Mincha prior to Erev Yom Kippur?
Is Tachanun recited by the Mincha prior to Erev Yom Kippur?[1] Tachanun is recited by Mincha of the 8th of Tishrei, which is the Mincha prior to Erev Yom Kippur.[2] _______________________________________________________ [1] Admur 604:5; Siddur Admur; M”A 604:1; Levush 131:6; Kaf Hachaim 604:18; 584:74 [2] The reason: As the Yom […]
Tachanun on Erev Yom Kippur
Tachanun on Erev Yom Kippur:[1] Tachanun is omitted on Erev Yom Kippur.[2] It is not resumed until the 2nd day of Cheshvan.[3] Is Tachanun recited by the Mincha prior to Erev Yom Kippur?[4] Tachanun is recited by Mincha of the 8th of Tishrei, which is the Mincha prior to Erev […]
The gender of the chicken to take for Kaparos
The gender of the chicken to take for Kaparos:[1] One is to take a male chicken for a male family member, and a female chicken for a female family member. Pregnant woman:[2] For a pregnant woman one is to take and slaughter one female chicken on her behalf, and one […]
May Kaparos be redone with the same chicken on another person
May Kaparos be redone with the same chicken on another person?[1] This follows the same law as above, that initially each person is to use a single chicken which is then slaughtered and not reused for any other person. However, in a time of need, one may use the same […]
How many chickens should a pregnant woman use for Kaparos
How many chickens should a pregnant woman use for Kaparos:[1] For a pregnant woman one is to take and slaughter one female chicken on her behalf, and one female and male chicken on behalf of the fetus whose gender is in question. [Thus, in total, a pregnant woman takes three […]
What is the law if a woman used a male chicken or vice versa
What is the law if a woman used a male chicken or vice versa?[1] She fulfills her obligation. The Kaparos is not required to be repeated. _________________________________________________________ [1] Ashel Avraham Butschetch Tinyana 605 Bookmark
How many chickens is a woman to take if she is pregnant with twins
How many chickens is a woman to take if she is pregnant with twins?[1] It requires further analyses whether she is to suffice with three chickens as any pregnant woman or is to take five chickens.[2] Some Poskim[3] however conclude that she is to take 5 chickens. ________________________ [1] See […]
If a woman gave birth after Kaparos but before Yom Kippur, should Kaparos be redone on the baby
If a woman gave birth after Kaparos but before Yom Kippur, should Kaparos be redone on the baby? This matter requires further analyses.[1] However, some Poskim[2] conclude that she is not required to repeat the Kaparos on the infant. ________________________________________ [1] See Hiskashrus 948 footnote 17 that perhaps the atonement […]
If an ultrasound revealed the gender of the fetus, how many chickens are to be used?
If an ultrasound revealed the gender of the fetus, how many chickens are to be used? Some Poskim[1] rule that one may follow the ultrasound and use a chicken of the projected gender. Others[2] rule that one should not rely on it. _________________________ [1] Kaneh Bosem 2:20 [2] Minchas Yitzchak […]
Must a pregnant woman prior to 40 days of conception use 3 chickens
Must a pregnant woman prior to 40 days of conception use 3 chickens?[1] No. _________________________________________________ [1] Rav Wozner in Koveitz Mibeis Levi 2:17; Piskeiy Teshuvos 605:2 Bookmark
May one do Kaparos on behalf of a family member that is not present
May one do Kaparos on behalf of a family member that is not present?[1] Example: One’s son is in the army and cannot be present for Kaparos. One’s wife gave birth and she and the baby cannot be present for Kaparos. Yes.[2] One is to state prior to the Kaparos […]
May one use fish for Kaparos
May one use fish for Kaparos? Some Poskim[1] rule that live fish is valid to be used for Kaparos in the event that poultry is not available. Based on Kabala, one is to only use a chicken.[2] __________________________ [1] 3rd option in M”A 605:3 in name of Levush; M”B 605:4 […]
May one use chickens that have been sterilized
May one use chickens that have been sterilized?[1] One should not use sterilized chickens for Kaparos. __________________________________________________ [1] Mateh Efraim 605:4 Bookmark
Using a white chicken for Kaparos
Using a white chicken for Kaparos:[1] One is to choose a white chicken, if there are white chickens in front of him readily available to be chosen from.[2] If however white chickens are not readily available in front of him, one is not to specifically search out for a chicken […]
What to use for Kaparos instead of chickens such as if chickens are not available
What to use for Kaparos instead of chickens such as if chickens are not available:[1] If there are no chickens available for Kaparos, then other animals [such as a goose[2]] may be used for the Kaparos. However, young doves and Turim should not be used.[3] [Others say one may even […]
The ceremony of Kaparos that is performed with the chicken
The ceremony of Kaparos that is performed with the chicken:[1] One holds the chicken and says the paragraph beginning Bnei Adam printed in the Siddur.[2] When one reaches the paragraph of “Zeh Chalifasi, Zeh Temurasi, Zeh Kaparasi[3] etc” one encircles[4] the chicken around [and above] his head three[5] times, while […]
In which hand is the chicken to be held by Kaparos
In which hand is the chicken to be held by Kaparos? Some[1] write, the chicken is to be held in one’s right hand. Admur does not make any mention of this detail. [1] Kitzur SHU”A 131:1 Bookmark
Should the Nusach of Kaparos be said differently by women, or children
Should the Nusach of Kaparos be said differently by women, or children? Some[1] write Admur intentionally omitted the change of Nuschaos and therefore one should always say “Chalifasi”, whether a man or woman. ____________________________________ [1] See Shaar Hakolel 42:2 Bookmark
Doing Kaparos on another person
Doing Kaparos on another person: By Kaparos, must each person hold the chicken and wave it over his/her own head or may he/she have someone else hold it and wave it over his/her head? It is initially preferable for the chicken to be held and waved by the person on […]
How is Kaparaos to be performed to small children who cannot do so themselves
How is Kaparaos to be performed to small children who cannot do so themselves?[1] The father is to do so for them.[2] Who is to say Zeh Chalifasi when doing on behalf of another? The person who the Kaparah is being done for is to say “Zeh Chalifasi” while the […]
Must one first perform Kaparos on himself prior to performing it on others [i.e. encircling the chicken over the heads of others]
Must one first perform Kaparos on himself prior to performing it on others [i.e. encircling the chicken over the heads of others]?[1] It is proper for one to first perform Kaparos on himself prior to doing so on behalf of others. If there is a reason that he is not […]
Immersing in a Mikveh before Kaparos
Immersing in a Mikveh before Kaparos:[1] Some have the custom to immerse in a Mikveh prior to performing Kaparos. ____________________________ [1] Mateh Efraim 605:6; Shevach Hamoadim 21:8 Bookmark
Doing Semicha to the chicken by Kaparos
Doing Semicha to the chicken by Kaparos:[1] After the ceremony one does Semicha[2] to the chicken [or other animal] and then gives it to a Shochet to be immediately slaughtered.[3] [Some[4] however learn from Admur in the Siddur that one is not required to do Semicha to the chicken or […]
Should one perform Kaparos with chickens if the chickens will not be eaten by people but used as animal fodder
Should one perform Kaparos with chickens if the chickens will not be eaten by people but used as animal fodder? It is still preferable to perform Kaparos with a chicken even in such a case.[1] Nonetheless, in the above scenario, it is best to give Pidyon Kaparos to the poor.[2] […]
Does it make a difference as to which direction one swerves the chicken around his head by Kaparos
Does it make a difference as to which direction one swerves the chicken around his head by Kaparos? This matter is not discussed in Poskim hence assuming that one may do so in whichever direction he chooses. Bookmark
When should the ceremony of Kaparos be done
When should the ceremony of Kaparos be done? The ceremony is to be performed on Erev Yom Kippur.[1] It is to be performed towards dawn of the day of Erev Yom Kippur, by the time of Ashmuros Haboker.[2] Q&A May one do Kaparos before Erev Yom Kippur?[3] Kaparos may […]
May one do Kaparos before Erev Yom Kippur
May one do Kaparos before Erev Yom Kippur?[1] Kaparos may be performed 1-2 days before Yom Kippur, if doing so on Erev Yom Kippur is burdensome on the public or on the Shochtim [1] Based on M”B 605:2 Bookmark
Covering the blood of the chicken by Kaparos
Covering the blood of the chicken by Kaparos:[1] It is a Mitzvah for the Shochet to cover the blood of slaughtered fowl with earth or straw.[2] It is nevertheless permitted for the Shochet to honor the owner of the chicken to do so in his place.[3] Earth or straw is […]
Throwing intestines to the birds by Kaparos
Throwing intestines to the birds by Kaparos:[1] The intestines, liver and kidneys of the chicken of Kaparos are to be thrown in an area that is accessible to birds, such as on one’s roof or in one’s courtyard, in order for the birds feed from it.[2] ___________________________________ [1] Admur 605:6; […]
When performing Kaparos over money should it preferably be done by the time of Ashmuros Haboker, as applies when doing Kaparos over chickens
When performing Kaparos over money should it preferably be done by the time of Ashmuros Haboker, as applies when doing Kaparos over chickens? Even when doing Kaparos over money, it should be done specifically on Erev Yom Kippur as recorded in the Shulchan Aruch regarding the regular Kaparos. However, regarding […]
Must one repeat Kaparos if the Shechita of the chicken was a Niveila or Treifa [invalid]
Must one repeat Kaparos if the Shechita of the chicken was a Niveila or Treifa [invalid]?[1] If the Shechita was invalid one must redo the Kaparos.[2] If, however, it was a Kosher slaughtering, but the chicken was found to be a Treifa, it is nevertheless valid. _________________________________________ [1] Shaar Hakolel […]
May a Kaparos organizer arrange for the chickens to be lent to the customers rather than sold to them
May a Kaparos organizer arrange for the chickens to be lent to the customers rather than sold to them?[1] Must one own the chicken that he performs Kaparos with, or is a borrowed chicken also valid? Traditionally, the chickens used for the custom of Kaparos are to be owned by […]
Must one own the chicken that he performs Kaparos with, or is a borrowed chicken also valid
Must one own the chicken that he performs Kaparos with, or is a borrowed chicken also valid? Traditionally, the chickens used for the custom of Kaparos are to be owned by the individual and then slaughtered on his behalf.[1] Seemingly, a person does not fulfill the traditional custom by using […]
The custom of Beis Harav by Kaparos
The custom of Beis Harav by Kaparos: The Rebbe’s household would perform a sign of the four death penalties on the chicken used for Kaparos. To touch it with one’s foot slightly to fulfill the penalty of Sekila. To touch its neck to perform the penalty of Chenek. To scorch […]
What is done with chicken after one finishes the Kaparos ceremony?
What is done with chicken after one finishes the Kaparos ceremony? Semicha and Shechting:[1]After the ceremony one does Semicha[2] to the chicken [or other animal] and then gives it to a Shochet to be immediately slaughtered.[3] [Some[4] however learn from Admur in the Siddur that one is not required to […]
Kaparos-Laws and Q&A
To browse our database on the laws and customs of Kaparos see here. Kaparos:[1] A. The custom:[2] It is customary in these provinces [of Ashkenazi Jewry] to take and slaughter a chicken, which is called a Gever[3], for atonement on Erev Yom Kippur.[4] One takes a male chicken for each […]
Pidyon Kaparos-Donating the chicken or its worth to the poor
Pidyon Kaparos Help large families from Northern Israel Pidyon Kaparos-Donating the chicken or its worth to the poor:[1] It is customary to donate the chicken to paupers. Nevertheless, it is better to redeem the chicken with money and give the money to the poor, as opposed to giving the actual […]
How many chickens should a family use for Kaparos?
How many chickens should a family use for Kaparos?[1] One is to take one chicken per family member.[2] One is to take a male chicken for a male family member, and a female chicken for a female family member. This applies irrelevant of the age of the family member and […]
Memorzing Ha’azinu
Memorzing Ha’azinu Parshas Haazinu, is known as the “song of testimony”; the song that carries with it the testimony of the Jewish people’s observance of G-d’s commandments and the effects of the lack of this observance. There is an ancient tradition of memorizing the Song of Haazinu.[1] The verse[2] states, […]
The background of the custom of Kaparos
The background of the custom of Kaparos:[1] It is customary in these provinces [of Ashkenazi Jewry] to take and slaughter a chicken, which is called a Gever[2], for atonement on Erev Yom Kippur.[3] One takes a male chicken for each male family member and a female chicken for each female […]
Understanding Elokus-The internal and external aspects of G-dliness
Understanding Elokus-The internal and external aspects of G-dliness:[1] The key to understanding the two forms of vitality found in G-dliness, internal and external, can be found in one’s own soul. The soul of man contains many aspects and qualities that express different capabilities. Every soul has the power of thought, […]
Sin causes one to receive from the external aspects of spirituality
Sin causes one to receive from the external aspects of spirituality:[1] Regarding idolatry, the Torah states, “And you strayed and served other gods.” Chassidus explains that the word “other” is written as “Achuraim/back,” because idol worship, as well as the performance of any sin for that matter, causes one to […]
Segulos for getting pregnant and having children
Check out our Amazon Sefarim Shop * This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article Segulos for getting pregnant and having children:[1] Consulting with a physician and receiving medical treatment:[2] In addition to all of the below Segulos, a couple who is […]
Taking the mini pill on Yom Kippur
Taking the mini pill on Yom Kippur Question: With the Heter of a Rav I am on the mini pill which is required to be taken every single day at the same exact time for it to properly work and not cause disruptive spotting. This is my first Yom Kippur […]
Is Teshuvah required on Yom Kippur in order to receive atonement?
Is Teshuvah required on Yom Kippur in order to receive atonement?[1] The Gemara in Shavuos[2] brings an argument between Reb Yehuda and Chochamim. Rebbe Yehuda holds that the essence of the day of Yom Kippur atones for a person’s sins even without him doing Teshuvah. The Chochamim hold one must […]
The meaning of the name Yom Kippur
The meaning of the name Yom Kippur: What is the essence of Yom Kippur, its inner meaning and purpose? A name reveals the essence of an item. Yom Kippur is the day we receive atonement from Hashem for our sins. It however remains to be understood why one receives this […]
A pregnant woman being a Kvaterin by Bris and Shushvinin by wedding
Check out our Amazon Sefarim Shop * This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article Kvaterin by Bris and Shushvinin by wedding:[1] Bris Mila: It is customary in many communities[2] for a pregnant woman not to be a Kvaterin by a Bris […]
Laws & Customs of Yom Kippur-Checklist of Reminders
Erev Yom Kippur Kaparos Buy two 24-hour candles. One for the shul for married men and one for the house for Havdala. Davening: No Tachanun/Avinu Malkeinu/Mizmor Lesoda in Shacharis No Avinu Malkeinu even if falls on Erev Shabbos Receive Lekach Ask forgiveness from people that you hurt Mitzvah to eat. […]
1) Should Chassidim cry in their Rosh Hashanah prayers? 2) Singing Avinu Malkeinu when Rosh Hashanah falls on Shabbos?
Should Chassidim cry in their Rosh Hashanah prayers? Question: In some congregations I see that a lot of people cry during their prayer of the high holidays, Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. I would like to know what the Chabad perspective is on the matter, as I have not really […]
Giving charity before prayer
Giving charity before prayer:[1] Before Davening: It is proper to give charity prior to Davening, in living with the verse “Ani Betzedek Echazeh Panecha/I, with charity will see Your face.” The majority of people are accustomed to giving it prior to the start of Hodu, and so is the proper […]
Chapter 9: Prayer Attire-Summary
Chapter 9: Prayer attire[1] 1. Attire that is befitting for the presence of a king: One who stands to pray Shemoneh Esrei needs to view himself as if he is standing before a king and making his requests before him. Accordingly, one must be dressed accordingly in a form of […]
Chapter 7: Tzom Gedalia-Summary
Chapter 7: Tzom Gedalia The day after Rosh Hashanah, which is the 3rd of Tishrei, is a public fast day [called Tzom Gedalia]. One is required to fast on this day due to the tragedies that occurred during this time. [This fast is mentioned explicitly in scripture [Zecharia 8] as […]
Chapter 6: Aseres Yimei Teshuvah-Summary
Chapter 6: Aseres Yimei Teshuvah 1. Ten Days of Repentance: The fast of Gedalia: The day after Rosh Hashanah is a public fast day [called Tzom Gedalia]. Introspection: During the period of Aseres Yimei Teshuvah every person is to perform an accounting and introspection of his actions [Cheshbon Hanefesh] and […]
Eating Fish on Rosh Hashanah
Fish:[1] Some [are accustomed to] eat fish on Rosh Hashanah to signify that we should multiply like fish. The fish is not to be cooked in vinegar. [1] Admur 583:2; Abudarham; M”A 583 Other Opinions: The Rashbatz writes against eating fish on the night of Rosh Hashanah as the […]
Singing Avinu Malkeinu when Rosh Hashanah or Yom Kippur falls on Shabbos
Singing Avinu Malkeinu when Rosh Hashanah [or Yom Kippur] falls on Shabbos? Question: I have heard that we do nothing the tune of Avinu Malkeinu on Shabbos including even when Rosh Hashanah falls on Shabbos. Is this accurate? Answer: While there is no Halachic prohibition against doing so, […]
Should Chassidim cry in their Rosh Hashanah prayers?
Should Chassidim cry in their Rosh Hashanah prayers? Question: In some congregations I see that a lot of people cry during their prayer of the high holidays, Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. I would like to know what the Chabad perspective is on the matter, as I have not really […]
Wearing a belt-Gartle during Davening
Wearing a belt-Gartle during Davening:[1] Wears a belt throughout the day: One who is accustomed to wear a belt throughout the day is required to also wear a belt [called a Gartel] during prayer. One is, however, not required to wear a belt when he recites blessings. Does not wear […]
Publicizing the pregnancy-Informing relatives, family, and friends of the pregnancy
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The Torah learning and occupation of a fetus in its mother’s womb
The Torah learning and occupation of a fetus in its mother’s womb:[1] The Talmud[2] states that there are no days that are as good for man as these days when the child is found in his mother’s womb. While in the mother’s womb a candle is lit on its head […]
Laws relevant to years that Rosh Hashanah falls on Shabbos
Laws relevant to years that Rosh Hashanah falls on Shabbos: 1. Erev Rosh Hashanah: A. Blowing Shofar Erev Shabbos:[1] One does not blow the Shofar on Erev Rosh Hashanah.[2] This applies beginning from the night of Erev Rosh Hashanah [the night of the 29th of Elul].[3] This applies […]
The Angels that guard the fetus from the evil inclination during pregnancy
Check out our Amazon Sefarim Shop * This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article The Angels that guard the fetus from the evil inclination: God arranges two angels to guard the fetus while it is in the stomach of the mother.[1] […]
Avoiding looking at sinful images, non-Kosher animals, and impure areas during pregnancy
Check out our Amazon Sefarim Shop * This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article Avoiding looking at sinful images and impure areas:[1] A woman is to be especially careful throughout her pregnancy not to go to impure areas which are filled […]
Blowing Shofar on Rosh Hashanah-Summary of laws
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A pregnant woman who craves after a food
Check out our Amazon Sefarim Shop * This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article A pregnant woman who craves after a food:[1] If a pregnant woman smells a certain food and craves after it, it is possible for her to miscarry […]
Pregnant women being very careful not to eat Non-Kosher foods
Check out our Amazon Sefarim Shop * This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article Avoiding Non-Kosher foods: Non-kosher foods-Mehadrin foods:[1] Pregnant women are to especially avoid eating non-kosher foods. Thus, throughout her pregnancy she is to beware to eat only foods […]
Washing hands before Davening
Washing hands before Davening:[1] The general law In general, one is obligated to wash his hands prior to Davening. However, if water is not available in one’s current area but is available elsewhere, then regarding if one is required to go to the other area to wash his hands, there’s […]
Chapter 4: The Rosh Hashanah Meals-Summary
Chapter 4: The Rosh Hashanah Meals 1. A Mitzvah to eat: It is a Mitzvah to eat, drink and rejoice on Rosh Hashanah. Rich meat and sweet beverages: Throughout the meals of Rosh Hashanah the custom is to eat rich meat and drink honey [beverages] and other sweets as an […]
Praying during pregnancy on behalf of the unborn child
Davening on behalf of the child before and during the pregnancy:[1] Prior to intimacy:[2] The husband and wife are to pray to G-d prior to the intimacy that they merit to have children who are successful Torah learners, have holy souls, are wealthy and healthy and righteous in all their […]
Davening if one is very gassy
Davening if one is very gassy:[1] Shemoneh Esrei: If a person is very gassy, then it is better that he does not daven Shacharis Shemoneh Esrei in this state and he is to rather Daven Tashlumin of Shacharis after Mincha. Pesukei Dezimra: Accordingly, one is not to say Pesukei Dezimra […]
Bathroom-Using the Bathroom before and during Davening, and the law if one Davened with a bathroom urge
Bathroom-Using the Bathroom before and during Davening, and the law if one Davened with a bathroom urge:[1] Prior to Davening: Checking if need to use the bathroom: Prior to Davening one is initially to check himself well to verify that he will not need to use the bathroom during Davening. […]
Reading Tikkunei Zohar in Chodesh Elul
Reading Tikkunei Zohar in Chodesh Elul: Some have a custom to read the Tikkunei Zohar during Elul, one each of the 40 days from Rosh Chodesh Elul until Yom Kippur.[1] They begin the reading on Rosh Chodesh Elul and complete it on Yom Kippur.[2] Some prints of Tikkunei Zohar contain […]
Lending a rented or borrowed item to another
Lending a rented or borrowed item to another:[1] *Important note: In all cases that the owner explicitly stated his desire vis a vis the item being used by another person, one must obey those desires, whatever they may be. The following Halacha refers to a case that no preconditions or […]
Saying Tachanun when Davening by a Minyan who does not say it
Question: [Thursday 19th Iyar 5780] I tend to daven sometimes in a Chassidishe Shteibel for Mincha where I believe their minhag is not to say tachanun by Mincha even on reg days, my question is if I should say tachanun quietly even though they don’t or should I follow the […]
Is the Mitzvah to honor one’s parents considered a Mitzvah between man and G-d [i.e. Bein Adam Lamakom] or between man and his fellow [i.e. Bein Adam Lechaveiro]?
Is the Mitzvah to honor one’s parents considered a Mitzvah between man and G-d [i.e. Bein Adam Lamakom] or between man and his fellow [i.e. Bein Adam Lechaveiro]?[1] Some Poskim[2] learn that the mitzvot honor one’s parents is a Mitzvah between man and G-d and not between man and his […]
Doing Keriah by Kosel on day of Hachnasas Sefer Torah?
* The article below 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 Email Doing Keriah by Kosel on day of Hachnasas Sefer Torah? Question: I […]
Tachanun on day of Hachnasas Sefer Torah Hakelali Leyaldei Yisrael
Tachanun on day of Hachnasas Sefer Torah Hakelali Leyaldei Yisrael Question: Should Tachanun be recited in Chabad shuls in Eretz Yisrael on the day of the Hachansas Sefer Torah Hakelali Liyaldei Yisrael. The actual celebration and Hachnsa will take place by the Kosel Hamaravi, however, it will be attended by […]
Tachanun on day of Hachnasas Sefer Torah Leyaldei Yisrael
Tachanun on day of Hachnasas Sefer Torah Hakelali Leyaldei Yisrael Question: Should Tachanun be recited in Chabad shuls in Eretz Yisrael on the day of the Hachansas Sefer Torah Hakelali Liyaldei Yisrael. The actual celebration and Hachnsa will take place by the Kosel Hamaravi, however, it will be attended by […]
For how many days is Tachanun omitted for by a Zivug Sheiyni?
Question: We have a Chasan in Shul who just got married for his second time with a woman who was also previously married. For how many days should we omit Tachanun when he is present by the Minyan? Answer: Tachanun is omitted for three days after the wedding, for […]
Asher Yatzar-Concentration and meaning
Asher Yatzar-Concentration and meaning Lack of concentration possibly invalidates the blessing:[1] If one does not understand the words of a blessing or thinks of other matters while reciting it, according to some opinions it is considered as if he did not recite the blessing at all and is hence required […]
Traveling on Erev Shabbos
Traveling On Erev Shabbos:[1] One must reach his Shabbos destination prior to 4 hours and 48 minutes[2] [see footnote] having passed from the beginning of day.[3] [See Q&A] This is due to concern that if he arrives later than the above time there will not be enough time to prepare […]
Importance of learning Torah at night
Importance of learning Torah at night:[1] It is a Biblical Mitzvah and command to learn Torah both by day and night.[2] Furthermore, one must be careful in his Torah study at night even more than during the day, and one who is not careful in this, his punishment is great.[3] […]
Mourning customs applicable on Motzei Tisha B’av [Tenth of Av] when falls on Thursday night-Friday
Mourning customs applicable on Motzei Tisha B’av [Tenth of Av] when falls on Thursday night-Friday:[1] A. The general law in a regular year: [From the letter of the law] it is permitted for one to get a haircut and do laundry [and end all other mourning customs such as […]
The law if one forgot Nacheim on Tishe Beav in Shemoneh Esrei
* The article below 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 Email Nacheim:[1] The blessing of Nacheim is recited during Mincha, in the blessing […]
Doing laundry before midday of the 10th of Av if traveling
* The article below 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 Email If one is traveling after Tisha B’av and needs to do laundry, […]
Must one sit on the floor for the recital of Kinos on Tishe Beav or may he stand?
* The article below 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 Email Must one sit for the recital of Kinos or may he stand?[1] […]
Reciting Tehillim on Tishe Beav
* The article below 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 Email Tehillim on Tishe Beav Question: May one say Tehillim on Tishe Beav? […]
Eating fish on Erev Tishe Beav
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Kibbud Av Vaeim-Praying on behalf of one’s parent
Praying on behalf of one’s parent:[1] It is a Mitzvah for one to pray to God on behalf of his parents, and that God blesses parents with health and a livelihood. So is the custom followed by all Jewry in the Harachamans of Birchas Hamazon. Furthermore, some write that doing […]
Painting house during three weeks and nine days
* The article below 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 Email May one paint his house during the three weeks and nine days? […]
Hairdos: Curling or straightening ones hair during the nine days
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May children go swimming in a kiddie pool during the nine days?
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