* 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
* 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 Question: May one style their hair during the three weeks and nine […]
May children go swimming in a kiddie pool during the nine days?
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Better to purchase a new article of clothing during the nine days or wash it if one ran out?
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Summary of Shulchan Aruch-Chapter 241
Chapter 241 Halacha 1: Cursing and hitting one’s parent Cursing parent: One who curses his father or mother [transgresses a Biblical negative command and] is liable for Sekila [i.e., death by stoning] if the cursing took place in the presence of witnesses and with prior warning. This applies even after […]
Summary of Shulchan Aruch-Chapter 240
Summary of Shulchan Aruch [Michaber & Rama] Chapter 240 Halacha 1: The Mitzvah and obligation One must be very careful in the honor of his father and mother and in fearing them. Can Beis Din enforce a child to honor or fear his parents: Despite the above obligation to honor […]
Eating new fruits during the three weeks
* 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 New fruits: It is good to beware not to recite Shehechiyanu over […]
Rambam, Mishneh Torah, Hilchos Mamrim, Chapter 7: Ben Sorer Umoreh-The rebellious child
Chapter 7: Ben Sorer Umoreh-The rebellious child Halacha 1: The scriptural source for the punishment The punishment: Scripture explicitly states that a rebellious child receives capital punishment through stoning. The source: The actual scriptural warning is found in a different verse which states that one may not eat over […]
Walking alone at night
Walking alone at night:[1] [Talmud/ Shulchan Aruch/Shulchan Aruch Harav/Achronim] One may not walk alone at night [on any night of the week[2]].[3] [In Talmudic times, this especially applied to Tuesday night and Friday night.[4] This especially applies when traveling.[5] This especially applies when walking in an unsettled area, outside of […]
Yichud with a woman and her mother/daughter in-law
Yichud with a woman and her mother/daughter in-law:[1] It is permitted to be in Yichud with a woman and her mother/daughter in-law.[2] [This refers to her husband’s mother, her son’s wife.[3] It is permitted to be in Yichud with such a pair even at night.[4] This allowance applies even if […]
“Large Family” Israel fund
Click Here to Contribute Our “Large family Israel” fund “I am sorry Mendel, but this year we cant afford to send you to summer camp” “I am sorry Dini, but we cant currently afford to buy you extra clothing” “If only I could afford some cleaning help” The rising levels […]
Avoiding dangerous activity during the three weeks
This Halacha is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me here or on Amazon.com Avoiding dangerous activity during the three weeks: From the laws which warn against hitting a child[1], or walking during certain times of the day[2], we learn that there is an element of danger involved during the period of the three […]
Rules of exception and leniency for not abiding by a recorded danger in Chazal
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy here on Amazon Rules of exception and leniency-Must one abide by all recorded dangers in Chazal: Although in general one is required to follow all of the warnings and health hazards recorded in Chazal, as explained above, a number of exceptions and reasons […]
Must one Halachically avoid even statistically low risk dangers, such as bungi jumping, sky diving and the like?
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy here on Amazon The law by a slight danger [i.e. low risk]:[1] For recreational purposes: Some Poskim[2] rule that it is forbidden for one to enter himself even into a slight level of danger, for unnecessary purposes, such as for a hobby and […]
Being careful in the matters of danger listed by our Sages and recorded in Halacha
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy here on Amazon Rabbinical Dangers-Being careful in the matters of danger listed by our Sages and recorded in Halacha:[1] There are many matters which the sages[2] prohibited due to them potentially leading to danger of life[3], and whoever transgresses them and says, “I […]
Ther verse in scripture which prohibits suicide
The verse of Veach Es Dimchem Lenafshoseichem Edrosh [i.e. suicide]: Some Poskim[1] learn that the verse [Bereishis 9:5] of Veach Es Dimchem Lenafshoseichem Edrosh, speaking against Bnei Noach committing suicide, includes also a requirement to guard one’s life from dangers, and hence one who enters himself to a dangerous situation […]
The Biblical obligation to beware from matters of danger and gaurd one’s life and health
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy here on Amazon The obligation to beware from matters of danger and remove them from one’s midst:[1] The Biblical obligation:[2] It is a Biblical obligation in the Torah for one to guard his health and physical safety and to beware of his body, […]
The obligation to beware from matters of danger and remove them from one’s midst
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy here on Amazon The obligation to beware from matters of danger and remove them from one’s midst:[1] The Biblical obligation:[2] It is a Biblical obligation in the Torah for one to guard his health and physical safety and to beware of his body, […]
The obligation to guard one’s Health and physical safety-The verses in Scripture
* This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer Check out our Amazon Sefarim Shop Like this Article? Check out our Amazon Sefarim store. Over 64 Titles *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article The obligation to guard one’s Health […]
Must one also cut his toenails on Erev Shabbos?
Question: Do I have to be careful to also cut my toenails on every Erev Shabbos, just as I cut my hand nails, and if so when do I have to cut them as I know we don’t cut both the hand and toenails on the same day? Answer: […]
How important is it to bathe in hot water on Erev Shabbos?
Question: How important is it to bathe in hot water on Erev Shabbos? I know someone who goes to a cold outdoor spring as a Mikveh on Erev Shabbos and does not bathe in hot water saying that it is not necessary and is a mere stringency and even showed […]
How important is it to cut my nails on every Erev Shabbos?
Question: How important is it to cut my nails on every Erev Shabbos? What if I cut them just once a month when they are long? Answer: It is a Mitzvah to cut one’s hand nails on every Erev Shabbos. This is to be included within one’s Erev Shabbos […]
Trusting in Hashem that he will also assist one in making the vessel for Parnasa
Baruch Hagever-Trust that Hashem will also make Keli:[1] The Mitzvah to trust in Hashem is not just that one trusts that Hashem will provide him with Parnasa in the occupation that he has, but also that Hashem will assist him with finding a proper vessel for that blessing to channel […]
Tzadik Elyon and Tzaddik Tachton; Yosef and Binyamin
Tzadik Elyon and Tzaddik Tachton; Yosef and Binyamin:[1] There exists two types of Neshamos, Tzadik Elyon and Tzadik Tachton; Yosef and Binyamin. Yosef is the Tzadik Elyon and represents Hiskashrus of Atzilus to Biyah. Binyamin is Tzadik Tachton and represents Hiskashrus of Biyah to Atzilus. That is why Rachel had […]
The Sefira of Bina
Bina: Chochma is sea, Bina is river:[1] The Sefira of Chochma is reffered to as a sea, while the Sefira of Bina is refered to as a river. Everyone merits to benefit from Bina:[2] Everyone has access to the Sefira of Bina, each on his own level. This is why […]
The difference between the worlds of Beirya and Yetzira
Buy Now-The Daily Tanya Summary Vol. 2 Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Sign up for Daily link via Whatsapp Sponsor an Episode Donate The world of Beriya and Yetzira:[1] The difference between the worlds of Beirya and Yetzira is the level of G-dly revelation they contain. In the world of Yetzira shines […]
The Beinoni in Tanya
Buy Now-The Daily Tanya Summary Vol. 2 Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Sign up for Daily link via Whatsapp Sponsor an Episode Donate Beinoni: Being a Beinoni:[1] Every person has the power and ability to be a Beinoni at any moment of his life, as every person is able to negate and […]
The Beirurim in Yimos Hamaishiach
Beirurim by Yimos Hamaishiach:[1] While we are still in Galus since we are connected below we do not have the ability to elevate above the sparks that are found in animals. Thus, the Avodah of now, zman hagalus, is only to elevate ones soul above, and refine it, and not […]
Saying a Blessing over a food elevates the Divine sparks in that food
Blessing elevates food:[1] Saying a blessing over a food elevates the sparks in the food. Thus one is to say blessing with concentration. [1] Pela Yoetz Erech Barur Bookmark
Only the Jewish people can do the Avoda of Beirurim
Only the Jewish people can do the Avoda of Beirurim-Mashal of precious stone of king:[1] The Avoda of Bnei Yisrael is to refine the sparks of Tohu that fell into Tikkun. This job cannot be done by Gentiles. This is similar to a precious gem that fell off the king’s […]
Avodas Habeirurim
Beirurim: When did Avodas Habeirurim begin? Avraham Avinu began the Divine mission of refining the sparks of Tohu that fell into the worlds. This power however was only given to Avraham after he fulfilled the Mitzvah of Mila, as prior to doing this Mitzvah the Kelipa of Noga covered over […]
The meaning of the blessing “Magen Avraham” in Shemoneh Esrei:
The meaning of the blessing “Magen Avraham” in Shemoneh Esrei:[1] Since Avraham is Chesed, he needs a Magen/protector. From Avrahams Chesed everyone is good and holy and is given to live, even Kelipos. That is why Yishmael came from him. However this cannot be allowed, as then Kelipa will live […]
If one is flying on a fast day when is he to break his fast?
If one is flying on a fast day and is extending or hastening the sunset, when is he to break his fast? He is to break his fast as soon as Tzeis Hakochavim arrives in the area that he is currently in. Thus, if he flew from the U.S. to […]
When were the Jewish people commanded the mitzvah of honoring one’s parents?
When were the Jewish people commanded the mitzvah of honoring one’s parents?[1] The Jewish people were commanded the mitzvah of honoring one’s parents when they encamped in Marah and were given several commands.[2] [This occurred several weeks prior to Matan Torah, as they encamped in Marah after traveling for three […]
Rambam, Mishneh Torah, Hilchos Mamrim, Chapter 5: Cursing and hitting one’s parent
Chapter 5: Cursing and hitting one’s parent Halacha 1: Cursing and hitting one’s parent Cursing parent: One who curses his father or mother is liable for Sekila [i.e. death by stoning]. After death: This liability for Sekila for cursing one’s parent applies even after the death of the parents. […]
Rambam, Mishneh Torah, Hilchos Mamrim, Chapter 6: Honoring and fearing one’s parents
Chapter 6: Honoring and fearing one’s parents Halacha 1: Its greatness Great positive command: Honoring and fearing one’s father and mother is a great positive command in the Torah. Weighed equal to the Mitzvah to honor and fear God: This command to honor and fear one’s parents is weighed […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Zayin Shelimim-May Kiddush Levana be said before seven full days from the Molad
Question: [Motzei Shabbos 7th Elul 5781] This Motzei Shabbos is already six days past the Molad, but has yet to reach seven days past the Molad. Now, I know that in general we are careful to wait until the 7th to recite Kiddush Levana, although my question is whether one […]
From the Rav’s Desk: 1) Reciting Tachanun on Gimel Tammuz; 2) Visiting Kever at night; 3) Bringing children to a cemetery
Question: [Sunday, 3rd Tammuz, 5781] Should one recite Tachanun on the day of Gimmel Tamuz? Answer: Those who feel an abundance of joy on this day in commemoration of the release of the previous Rebbe from a decree of “opposite of life,” may omit the saying of Tachanun, as is […]
Aleinu Leshabeiach
3. Aleinu Leshabeiach: A. The origin of the prayer:[1] The paragraph of Aleinu:[2] The first paragraph of the prayer of Aleinu was instituted by Yehoshua Ben Nun. It was instituted by him during the conquer of the city of Yericho. Yehoshua left a hint of his name within the prayer, […]
May the straps of the arm Tefillin touch each other?
May the straps of the Tefillin that are wrapped around the arm touch each other or overlap? Touching on sides: The wrapping of the Tefillin straps around the forearm [between the bicep/upper arm, and the wrist] is done due to custom, and not due to a Halachic requirement.[1] Accordingly, there […]
The judgment of the soul after death-Chibut Hakever:
The judgment of the soul-Chibut Hakever: The soul of the deceased is judged throughout the Shiva, Shloshim, and 12 months after passing as explained above in 2B. Likewise, each year on the day of the Yahrzeit, the soul goes through a judgment.[1] Chibut Hakever:[2] Chibut Hakever is a punishment, or […]
What happens to the soul of a murder victim?
The soul of a murder victim:[1] The soul of a murder victims does not rest in heaven until their murderer is apprehended and held accountable. The soul of the victim demands justice and that his murderer be put to death, and does not rest his case until this is done. […]
What happens to the soul of the deceased during Shiva?
The soul of the Niftar during Shiva: Throughout the days of Shiva, the soul of the deceased is found in the home that it lived in.[1] Elsewhere it states that the soul of the deceased hovers over the body for the first three days of Shiva. After the passing of […]
What happens to the soul of the time of burial?
The Burial: Soul does not move on until burial:[1] The Zohar[2] states as follows: The soul cannot continue with its journey, either in Gan Eden, or as a Gilgul back in this world, until the body is buried. This is because a new body cannot be given to the soul […]
Cleaning, shining, and polishing shoes on Shabbos
Cleaning, shining, and polishing shoes on Shabbos:[1] A. Background of prohibitions: The act of cleaning, shining, or polishing shoes on Shabbos may touch upon one of several prohibitions: The tanning prohibition by leather shoes:[2] It is Biblically forbidden to tan new leather on Shabbos.[3] Softening the new leather and oiling […]
Cleaning, shining, and polishing shoes on Shabbos
Cleaning, shining, and polishing shoes on Shabbos:[1] A. Background of prohibitions: The act of cleaning, shining, or polishing shoes on Shabbos may touch upon one of several prohibitions: The tanning prohibition by leather shoes:[2] It is Biblically forbidden to tan new leather on Shabbos.[3] Softening the new leather and oiling […]
May one perform Meleches Ochel Nefesh on behalf of a non-religious Jew?
May one perform Meleches Ochel Nefesh on behalf of a non-religious Jew? A Jew who is a Mumar or desecrates Shabbos in public has the status of a gentile with regards to all matters.[1] It is thus forbidden to perform Meleches Ochel Nefesh on behalf of such Jews on Yom […]
Ochel Nefesh-The criteria for Melachos to be permitted on Yom Tov under the title of Mileches Ochel Nefesh
The criteria for Melachos to be permitted under the title of Mileches Ochel Nefesh: As explained in Halacha B, even food related Melachas have limitations in what may be performed on Yom Tov. Some of these limitations are Biblically required while others are Rabbinically required. Thus, in order for a […]
Honoring grandparents-Do the laws of Kibud Av Vaeim apply to one’s grandparents?
Grandparents-Honoring ones grandparents:[1] Some Poskim[2] rule that one is not obligated in the honor of his grandfather. Practically, we do not rule this way and one is [Biblically[3]] obligated to honor his father’s father.[4] Nevertheless, one is not obligated in their honor as much in the honor of his own […]
Kibud Av Vaeim-May a parent serve his child, and may a child request from his parent to do a chore on his behalf
May a parent serve a child:[1] If a father desires to serve his son, it is permitted for the son to accept the service.[2] [Thus, if a father or mother desires to serve a meal to their son, they may do so, and the son does not have to protest […]
Until the burial, the soul hears everything said before him
Until the burial, the soul hears everything said before him:[1] The Talmud Yerushalmi states that the soul of the deceased is present and listens to the eulogies said of him, as if it were a dream. He is aware of all that is said before him until he is buried […]
What happens to the soul at the time of death?
Time of death: All his life work shines:[1] Kabbalah teaches that at the moment of passing, every positive thought, word, or deed that occurred during the person’s life is concentrated into a pristine spiritual light. This light is revealed to the world and in the Heavenly spheres, where it continues to […]
Wine bottle left open during kiddish
Wine bottle left open during kiddish Question: [Shabbos, 27th Mar Cheshvan, 5781] Is it true that when somebody makes kiddush then all the open wine on the table is considered used under that kiddush, and as if kiddush was already made on it, and can no longer be used for […]
Attaching climbing scaffold on Shabbos
Question: [Thursday, 25th Mar Cheshvan, 5781] Is opening a climbing scaffold allowed on Shabbos? One can fasten two bolts/screws with ones hand without needing a screwdriver or other tool. It needs to be fastened hard so that it doesn’t fall apart and we might forget to close it after Shabbat. […]
SodaStream on Shabbos-Is it permitted on Shabbos to make seltzer using SodaStream with the non-electric model?
SodaStream seltzer Question: [Thursday, 25th Mar Cheshvan, 5781] Hi. Is it permitted on Shabbos to make seltzer using SodaStream with the non-electric model? Answer: While this matter is under debate amongst the Poskim with some claiming that it transgresses the rabbinical Nolad prohibition, as well as other possible prohibitions […]
Honoring ones Father in-law and mother In-Law
In Laws-Honoring ones Father and mother In-Law:[1] A man is [Rabbinically[2]] obligated to [slightly] honor his father in-law [and mother in-law[3]].[4] [Likewise, a wife is obligated to honor her father-in law and mother in-law, and even more so than her husband is obligated to honor her parents, being that honoring […]
Is one obligated to honor his uncle and aunt?
Honoring ones Uncle and Aunt:[1] A person is Biblically[2] obligated to honor his uncle [and aunt[3]].[4] This applies to both his maternal and paternal uncle [and aunt]. [It, however, only applies to the brother of his mother and father and not to their brother-in-law, who is married to their sister. […]
Honoring one’s older brother
Brother-Honoring one’s older brother:[1] A person is obligated in the honor of his older brother.[2] [Unfortunately, due to our sins, many are no longer careful in this matter to honor their older brother, and by doing so they nullify the mitzvah of honoring their parents.[3] However, one is not obligated […]
Tattoos in Halacha-Everything you need to know
Making a Tattoo:[1] The verse[2] states “And the writing of a tattoo you shall not place on yourselves.” From here it is learned that it is Biblically forbidden to make a Tattoo on one’s skin.[3] One who does so transgresses the above negative command, and according to some Poskim[4], also […]
How to wear the Tallis Katan-Tzitzis sticking out [Ashkenazim/Chabad] versus tucked in [Sephardim] versus over one’s shirt [Chassidim]
How to wear the Tallis Katan-Tzitzis sticking out of one’s pants versus tucked in versus over one’s shirt:[1] A. The various customs: Regarding how the Tallis Katan is to be worn we find three distinct customs amongst the Jewish people. Chassidic-Over the shirt but under coat: Some are accustomed to […]
How to wear the Tallis Katan-Tzitzis sticking out [Ashkenazim/Chabad] versus tucked in [Sephardim] versus over one’s shirt [Chassidim]
How to wear the Tallis Katan-Tzitzis sticking out of one’s pants versus tucked in versus over one’s shirt:[1] A. The various customs: Regarding how the Tallis Katan is to be worn we find three distinct customs amongst the Jewish people. Chassidic-Over the shirt but under coat: Some are accustomed to […]
The elevations that occur during prayer and on Shabbos
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 The elevations that occur during prayer and on Shabbos:[1] Prayer elevates […]
Desiring G-d himself, and not His revelations
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 Desiring G-d himself, and not His revelations:[1] The verse states that […]
Rambam, Mishneh Torah, Hilchos Avoda Zara, Chapter 7: Benefiting from idolatry and its accessories
Chapter 7: Benefiting from idolatry and its accessories Halacha 1: Mitzvah to destroy idolatry It is a positive command form to destroy idolatry and its accessories. Israel versus Diaspora: The land of Israel, one is to search out and destroy all remnants of idolatry. However, in the Diaspora there is […]
Is a married woman obligated in the detailed laws of honoring her father and mother?
Women-Is a woman obligated to honor her father and mother?[1] Both men and women are equally obligated to honor and fear their father and mother.[2] This is with exception to a married woman, as will be explained next. A married woman: A married woman is exempt from [fulfilling the acts […]
Enemies of a parent-How children should interact
Enemies of parent-Parent instructs child not to befriend a person:[1] If one’s father instructed his son not to talk with a certain individual, and to not forgive him, until the arrival of a certain date, then if the son desires to make peace with the individual right away, he may […]
Making Aliyah to Israel while leaving one’s parents in the Diaspora
Making Aliyah to Israel while leaving one’s parents in the Diaspora:[1] If one desires to permanently move to Eretz Yisrael, and his parents do not want him to do so, then some Poskim[2] rule that he is not required to listen to his parents and may go ahead and move […]
Traveling from Eretz Yisrael for the sake of visiting one’s parents
Traveling from Eretz Yisrael for the sake of one’s parents:[1] Although in general it is forbidden for a resident of Eretz Yisrael to leave Eretz Yisrael[2], it is permitted for one to leave Eretz Yisrael for the sake of visiting his parents or caring for his parents.[3] [It goes without […]
The true difference between the attribute of Gevura versus Chesed-Gevura is an overflow of Divine energy and not contracted energy
The true difference between the attribute of Gevura versus Chesed-Gevura is an overflow of Divine energy and not contracted energy:[1] Gevura is one of the attributes of God. Thus, unlike the common misconception that people have that this attribute involves contractions and abstinence from giving G-dliness[2], in truth it is […]
Tohu versus Tikkun
Tohu versus Tikkun:[1] The ratio between its vessels and divine light: It is explained in the teachings of Kabbalah that the world of Tohu contains a large amount of divine energy and a small amount of receptacles to hold it while the world of Tikkun is its exact opposite and […]
A mixture of anger and joy when the temple was built
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 A mixture of anger and joy when the temple was built:[1] […]
Angels can only experience one emotion in contrast to man
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 The G-dly soul of man comes from the world of Tikkun:[1] […]
Kibud Av Vaeim-What to do if one’s parents instructs them to transgress Torah or disregard a law or stringency
Parent instructs a child to transgress Torah?[1] If one’s father instructed him to transgress words of Torah, he may not listen to him.[2] This applies whether it is a positive or negative command. This applies even by rabbinical command.[3] [This applies even if the parent will receive direct benefit from […]
The laws of Kibud Av Vaeim: Father versus Mother-Who receives precedence?
Father versus Mother-Who receives precedence?[1] If one’s mother and father both request their child to do something, who should the child serve first? If one’s father instructed him to give him water to drink, and also his mother instructed him to bring her water to drink, then he is to […]
The laws of mourning being called Miseches Semachos and Dinei Semachos
Miseches Semachos and Dinei Semachos: It is customary to euphemistically refer to the laws of mourning as “laws of joy,” such as to say Dinei Semachos, or Miseches Semachos. This is done in order to give a positive perspective and coinage to this most negative and somber subject. Thus, we […]
Ruling like the lenient opinion by Aveilus
Ruling like the lenient opinion by Aveilus:[1] A known Talmudic[2] ruling which has greatly affected and penetrated the final rulings in the Shulchan Aruch is that whenever there is a dispute amongst Poskim within the laws of mourning, we follow the lenient opinion. This applies even initially, Lechatchila.[3] Some Poskim[4] […]
3. The reason and purpose behind the mourning rituals
* This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer Shop Now *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. WhatsApp Facebook Twitter Telegram Sign up for Daily Distribution Sponsor an Episode The reason and purpose behind the mourning rituals: The Talmud[1] questions whether the purpose of eulogizing the […]
2. The purpose of death
* This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer Shop Now *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. WhatsApp Facebook Twitter Telegram Sign up for Daily Distribution Sponsor an Episode The purpose of death:[1] The purpose of death is to cleanse the soul and body of man […]
1. Dealing with death
* This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer Shop Now *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. WhatsApp Facebook Twitter Telegram Sign up for Daily Distribution Sponsor an Episode Dealing with death: It is no easy matter dealing with the passing of a loved one. Each […]
Is Tachanun recited if there is a Chasan in Shul who is getting married that day
Is Tachanun recited if there is a Chasan in Shul who is getting married that day?[1] It is customary not to recite Tachanun in the presence of a Chasan[2] on the day that he enters the Chuppah.[3] Tachanun is omitted for the entire day, during all that day’s prayers [Shacharis […]
On Shabbos, may one pour and mix gravy into mashed potatoes?
May one pour and/or mix gravy into mashed potatoes?[1] Yes.[2] ___________________________ [1] See Beis Yosef 321 in name of Teshuvos HaRambam brought also in M”A 321:28; Taz 321:14; Orchos Shabbos 6:13; M”A 321:28; Bach; Elya Raba 321:28; Chayeh Adam 20:21; Kaf Hachaim 321:134; Ketzos Hashulchan 130 footnote 12 regarding lentils, […]
Is one required to remove Terumos Umaasros from an onion which grew sprouts?
Is one required to remove Terumos Umaasros from an onion which grew sprouts?[1] No. There is no need to remove Terumos Umaasros from the sprouts which naturally and unintentionally grew on an onion which already had Terumos Umaasros separated from it, or was never required to have Terumos Umaasros separated […]
Why we had to go through the Egyptian exile in order to receive the Torah
Why we had to go through the Egyptian exile in order to receive the Torah:[1] Why did the Jewish people not merit to receive the Torah until after they went through the Egyptian exile in which their lives were embittered with slavery? After all, did they not ready merit to […]
Matan Torah was the wedding day of the Jewish people-Why?
Matan Torah-Wedding day:[1] The sages[2] state that day of the giving of the Torah is considered the day of her wedding. The reason for this is because by a wedding there is much joy and jubilation, and the purpose of the wedding is for the couple to create a family. […]
Doing Hafrashas Challah in a classroom with a blessing
Question: [Monday, 11th Menachem Av, 5781] We are making challah with my daughters’ class in school, and would like to know regarding the blessing of Hafrashas Challah, if it can be said or not and if yes, then can all the girls say it? We are not baking it in […]
Is Kaddish recited for a child who passed away below Bar Mitzvah r”l?
Is Kaddish recited for a child who passed away below Bar Mitzvah?[1] Some Poskim[2] rule the Kaddish is not to be recited for a deceased child until he reaches the age of mitzvah’s which is 12 years old her girl and 13 years old for a boy, and so is […]
Rambam, Mishneh Torah, Hilchos Deios, Chapter 4: A list of health directives
Chapter 4: A list of health directives Halacha 1: The obligation to lead a healthy lifestyle Being that maintaining a healthy body is part of one’s service of God as and cannot properly comprehend God and his wisdom if he is sick and weak, therefore one is required to distance […]
Engaging in activities prior to Davening: Traveling, Shopping, haircut, bathing
5. Engaging in activities prior to Davening:[1] It is forbidden for one to engage in activities prior to Davening Shemoneh Esrei, in order so one’s mind is free from distractions until after he Davens. 6. Traveling prior to Davening:[2] Due to the above restriction, it is forbidden to travel prior […]
Learning Torah prior to Davening
Learning Torah prior to Davening:[1] When Davening in private: One who plans to Daven without a Minyan is prohibited from learning Torah from the time of Alos until he Davens. Despite the above, it is permitted to learn clear Halachic rulings which contains no deep analysis before Davening, and on […]
Eating and drinking before Davening
Eating and drinking before Davening: A. Before Alos:[1] Letter of law-within 30 minutes before Alos: It is forbidden to begin a meal starting 30 minutes prior to Alos. However, snacking is allowed, which includes eating an unlimited amount of fruits, and up to 55 g of bread and alcoholic beverages. […]
Greeting a person before Davening Shacharis
Greeting a person before Davening:[1] Going to another’s house for the purpose of greeting him: From when the time of Alos arrives until one Davens Shemoneh Esrei, it is forbidden for one to go to another person’s house specifically for the purpose of greeting him, such as to tell him […]
Chapter 11: Tzoa-Davening and learning near feces and urine
Chapter 11: Tzoa-Davening and learning near feces and urine[1] The Biblical prohibition:[2] It is Biblically forbidden for one to pray, say the Shema, or learn Torah, within the sight, or close proximity, of feces [i.e. Tzoa]. The source in scripture: This prohibition is derived from the verse in Scripture “Vehayah […]
Rambam, Mishneh Torah, Hilchos Deios, Chapter 3: Not to be an ascetic and for all one’s deeds to be for the sake of heaven
Chapter 3: Not to be an ascetic and for all one’s deeds to be for the sake of heaven Halacha 1: Not to live an ascetic life and practice eccentric abstinence A person should not be radical and say that since jealousy lust and honor is evil therefore he will […]
Rambam, Mishneh Torah, Hilchos Deios, Chapter 2: Mending ones character and learning a proper balance
Chapter 2: mending ones character and learning a proper balance Halacha 1: The illness of desiring bad character and the doctors who treat it Bodily illnesses: Just as there are people with physical illnesses and health problems, in which the sweet taste bitter and the bitter taste sweet, and a […]
Tanya Chapter 51: The Shechina and how it resides within the worlds
Buy Now-The Daily Tanya Summary Vol. 2 Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Sign up for Daily link via Whatsapp Sponsor an Episode Donate Chapter 51: The Shechinah and how it resides within the worlds 23rd Iyar/(LY) 24th Iyar Understanding the residing of the Shechinah: If G-d is everywhere what is the meaning […]
What is the law if one crossed the international dateline during Sefira?
What is the law if one crossed the international dateline during Sefira and went back or forward a weekday? What number Sefira is he to count, and when does he celebrate Shavuos?[1] A. Background-Is Shavuos celebrating the day that the Torah was given?[2] The holiday of Shavuos is not dependent […]
Chapter 5: Netilas Yadayim after selected actions
Chapter 5: Netilas Yadayim after selected actions Introduction: Certain actions that are performed cause a spirit of impurity to reside onto the hands similar to the evil spirit that resides upon sleeping at night. Nevertheless this is not the same form of impurity and hence does not follow […]
