Question: [Thursday, 3rd Kisleiv, 5781] May one put together a folding table on Shabbos by inserting the legs into the table surface? I own a folding table which is made in the following way: The legs and frame on which the table rests are taken apart from the table and […]
From the Rav’s Desk: 1) Putting together legs of folding table on Shabbos; 2) Are the new Shabbos lamps really ok to use?
Question: [Thursday, 3rd Kisleiv, 5781] May one put together a folding table on Shabbos by inserting the legs into the table surface? I own a folding table which is made in the following way: The legs and frame on which the table rests are taken apart from the table and […]
Who has to light Shabbos candles?
Who is obligated in lighting Shabbos candles-Men versus women?[1] Both men and women are obligated to have candles lit in their homes on Shabbos.[2] Nevertheless, women are more obligated in this Mitzvah [than men].[3] [Thus, in a household that contains a man and woman, such as husband and wife, or […]
Who has to light Shabbos candles?
Who is obligated in lighting Shabbos candles-Men versus women?[1] Both men and women are obligated to have candles lit in their homes on Shabbos.[2] Nevertheless, women are more obligated in this Mitzvah [than men].[3] [Thus, in a household that contains a man and woman, such as husband and wife, or […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Koshering an electric stovetop
Question: [Wednesday, 2nd Kisleiv, 5781] How does one Kasher an electric stovetop? Answer: There are different types of electric stovetop which carry different laws. Kashering elevated coils [i.e. coil cooktops]: The old-fashioned electric stove tops that are made with the electric coils raised above the surface area of the […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Koshering an electric stovetop
Purchase “From Rav’s Desk” Q&A’s 3 Volumes* *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Reddit Email Join Daily Halacha distribution list Sponsor an Episode DonateQuestion: [Wednesday, 2nd Kisleiv, 5781] How does one Kasher an electric stovetop? Answer: There are different types of electric […]
Does life exist on other planets? What is the Torah’s perspective?
Does life exist on other planets? What is the Torah’s perspective?[1] The approach of the scientists: So, as you may know, there is no answer for this question. Scientists and astronomers have no definitive proof of either the negation of the existence of extraterrestrial beings, otherwise known as aliens, nor […]
Does life exist on other planets? What is the Torah’s perspective?
Does life exist on other planets? What is the Torah’s perspective?[1] The approach of the scientists: So, as you may know, there is no answer for this question. Scientists and astronomers have no definitive proof of either the negation of the existence of extraterrestrial beings, otherwise known as aliens, nor […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Buying books using Maaser money
Question: [Tuesday, 19th Mar Cheshvan, 5781] May one use Maaser money to buy Torah books for me or for my children or my wife? Answer: Yes, you may purchase Torah books using maaser money if you would not be able to afford purchasing these Torah books otherwise and would thereby […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Toiveling plastic cups and bottles
Question: [Tuesday, 19th Mar Cheshvan, 5781] If I plan on using plastic disposable cups on a permanent basis until they break must I immerse them in the mikvah prior to using them? Answer: In my opinion, there is no need to tovel disposable plastic cups even if one plans […]
