Hilchos Yesodei Hatorah Chapter 7: Prophecy Halacha 1: The fundament of prophecy in Judaism and who is eligible for it It is a fundament of the Jewish faith that G-d provides prophecy to humans. Who is eligible for prophecy: Prophecy is only given to a person with the following characteristics: […]
Daily Chumash & Rashi Parshas Teruma – Shevi’i: The Chatzer – courtyard of the Mishkan (Shabbos, 4th Adar)
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Daily Tanya Chapter 30 Part 2: How hard are you working to serve G-d that you are in a position to judge another (Shabbos, 4th Adar)
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Hilchos Shabbos Table Learning: Davening Mincha After Lighting Shabbos Candles; The Shabbos that Vanished
Hilchos Shabbos Table Learning A Weekly Guide to Shabbos Laws for Personal Study and Family Discussion ✨This weeks Topic✨ 🕯️ Davening Mincha After Lighting Shabbos Candles 📜 The Basic Halacha A woman who lights Shabbos candles generally accepts Shabbos with her lighting, which means: 👉 She must daven […]
Parshas Teruma – Summary, Torah Or, Likkutei Sichos, Video Shiurim; Halachos
The Complete Parsha Companion Download PDF Purchase Parsha Companion Read all Articles online Donate Pshat on The Parsha Parshas Teruma-Summary of Parsha 1) Donating to the Temple: 2) The Aron 3) The Shulchan: Click Here Parshas Teruma-Parsha Bee Click Here Parshas Teruma-Parsha Insights Click Here Chassidus on The Parsha […]
Parsha Halacha – Teruma: Building a Shul, Menorah Laws
A Mikdash Me’at:[1] All synagogues are referred to by Scripture as a small temple, and hence must be respected accordingly. Does an Ezras Nashim contain holiness?[2] Yes. A Beis Midrash:[3] A hall designated for Torah study is even holier than a synagogue, and hence the requirement to respect the space […]
📘 Parshas Teruma – Insights – Rashi Commentary Q&A
Mefarshim 📘 Parsha Insights – Rashi Commentary Q&A on Rishon Rashi Q&A — Shemot 25:1–16 25:1–2 — The Command to Build the Mishkan Q1: What does “וְיִקְחוּ־לִי תְּרוּמָה” mean? A: “Take for Me a contribution” — “for My sake,” meaning donations should be given with pure intent. Q2: What does […]
📖 Parshas Teruma Summary of Haftorah: Melachim 1 5:26-6:13
Haftorah 📖 Summary of Haftorah: Melachim 1 5:26-6:13 Peaceful relations with each other: G-d provided Shlomo with wisdom as he had spoken to him, and there was peaceful relations between Chiram and Shlomo and they made a treaty with each other. The taxes and workers collected by Shlomo from the […]
Daily Rambam (1) Hilchos Yesodei Hatorah – Chapter 6: The names of G-d (Friday, 3rd Adar)
Chapter 6: The names of G-d Halacha 1: The prohibition against destroying the name of G-d Anyone who destroys [i.e. erases] one of the holy names of G-d receives biblical lashes. Halacha 2: The seven names There are total of seven names of G-d under the above transgression: Yud Kei […]
Daily Chumash & Rashi Parshas Teruma Shishi: The Mizbeiach – Copper altar (Friday, 3rd Adar)
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Daily Tanya Chapter 30 Part 1: Don’t judge others and you do not know their challenge (Friday 3rd Adar)
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Yirmiyahu – Chapter 47: The Overwhelming Judgment on the Philistines
Chapter 47: The Overwhelming Judgment on the Philistines (7 Pesukim) 1. Context of the Prophecy (47:1) The word of G‑d came to Yirmiyahu concerning the Pelishtim (Philistines) prior to Pharaoh striking Gaza. 2. The Flood of Destruction (47:2–4) So says Hashem: A calamity will come from the north that will […]
Yirmiyahu – Chapter 46: Egypt’s Humbling and Israel’s Hope
Chapter 46: Egypt’s Humbling and Israel’s Hope (28 Pesukim) 1. Introduction to the Prophecies (46:1–2) This chapter begins with the word of G‑d to Yirmiyahu concerning the nations, specifically Egypt. It recalls the defeat of Pharaoh Necho’s army at Carchemish by Nebuchadnetzar, king of Babylon, during the fourth year of […]
The 39 Melachos – Part 1: Background
The 39 Melachos – Part 1: Background[1] It is widely recognized that Halacha identifies thirty‑nine primary Melachos—categories of creative labor—that are prohibited on Shabbos. These thirty‑nine Melachos constitute the full scope of the Torah’s prohibition against performing melachah on the seventh day. Although the Torah[2] commands us to refrain from […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Is a Mechitza Required at a Sheva Brachos Meal and may one recite Shehasimcha Bimiono if a Mechitza is not present
Is a Mechitza Required at a Sheva Brachos Meal and may one recite Shehasimcha Bimiono if a Mechitza is not present Question: Rabbi, at our upcoming Sheva Brachos, do we really need to set up a Mechitza between men and women, even if it’s just close family and friends? Also […]
Daily Halacha: The 39 Melachos – Part 1: The Source & Background
The 39 Melachos – Part 1: Background[1] It is widely recognized that Halacha identifies thirty‑nine primary Melachos—categories of creative labor—that are prohibited on Shabbos. These thirty‑nine Melachos constitute the full scope of the Torah’s prohibition against performing melachah on the seventh day. Although the Torah[2] commands us to refrain from […]
Mechitza by Sheva Brachos: Reciting Shehasimcha Bimiono if a Mechitza is not present
Is a Mechitza Required at a Sheva Brachos Meal and may one recite Shehasimcha Bimiono if a Mechitza is not present Question: Rabbi, at our upcoming Sheva Brachos, do we really need to set up a Mechitza between men and women, even if it’s just close family and friends? Also […]
Daily Rambam (1) Hilchos Yesodei Hatorah – Chapter 5: Laws of Kiddush Hashem versus Chilul Hashem (Thursday, 2nd Adar)
Chapter 5: Laws of Kiddush Hashem versus Chilul Hashem Halacha 1: The mitzvah to sanctify G-d’s name and to which commands it does not apply Kiddush Hashem: All the Jewish people are commanded to sanctify G-d’s great name. Chillul Hashem: Likewise, they are commanded against desecrating his name. Transgressing a […]
Daily Tanach – Yechezkel Chapter 39: The Defeat of Gog and the Final Vindication of Israel (Thursday, 2nd Adar)
Chapter 39: The Defeat of Gog and the Final Vindication of Israel Gog’s Downfall on the Mountains of Israel (Verses 1–5) Hashem commands Yechezkel to prophesy once more against Gog, the leader of Meshech and Tubal. Hashem declares that He is against Gog and will draw him out from the […]
Daily Chumash & Rashi Parshas Teruma – Chamishi: The Paroches and Masach (Thursday, 2nd Adar)
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Daily Tanya – Chapter 29 Part 5: Dealing with Sfeikos in Emuna doubts in G-d (Thursday, 2nd Adar)
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Yirmiyahu – Chapter 45: G d’s Message to Baruch Ben Niriyah
Chapter 45: G‑d’s Message to Baruch (5 Pesukim) 1. Context of the Prophecy (45:1) This word came to Baruch son of Neriyah when he was writing down the words of Yirmiyahu on a scroll during the fourth year of King Yehoyakim, son of Yoshiyahu. Baruch served as Yirmiyahu’s scribe, faithfully […]
Yirmiyahu – Chapter 44: Idolatry Rebellion in Egypt and G‑d’s Final Judgment
Chapter 44: Idolatry Rebellion in Egypt and G‑d’s Final Judgment 1. G‑d’s Warning to the Jews in Egypt (44:1–6) The word of G‑d came to Yirmiyahu concerning all the Jews living in Egypt—in Migdol, Tachpanches, Nof, and Pathros. G‑d reminded them of the destruction of Yerushalayim and the cities of […]
Yirmiyahu – Chapter 43: Rebellion Against G d and the Prophecy of Babylon’s Triumph Over Egypt
Chapter 43: Rebellion Against G d and the Prophecy of Babylon’s Triumph Over Egypt (22 Pesukim) 1. Rejection of Yirmiyahu’s Message (43:1–4) After Yirmiyahu finished speaking all the words that G‑d had commanded him to deliver, Azaryah son of Hosha’yah, Yohanan son of Kare’ach, and other arrogant men accused Yirmiyahu […]
Yirmiyahu – Chapter 11: The Challenges of Judah and Divine Warnings
Chapter 11: The Challenges of Judah and Divine Warnings (23 Pesukim) 1. Covenant Warnings, reminders, and Consequences (11:1-8) Hashem’s instructions to Yirmiyahu: Yirmiyahu is to proclaim the words of the covenant to the men of Judah and inhabitants of Jerusalem “And you shall say to them: Thus says Hashem, the […]
Yirmiyahu Chapter 42: The Remnant’s Choice – Trust in G‑d or Flight to Mitzrayim
Chapter 42: The Remnant’s Choice – Trust in G‑d or Flight to Mitzrayim (22 Pesukim) The Request: (42:1–6) The officers of the army from the smallest to the greatest, led by Yochanan ben Kareach and Yezanya son of Hoshaya, and all the people approach Yirmiyahu the prophet. They asked him […]
Yirmiyahu Chapter 41: The Murder of Gedaliah and the Flight Toward Egypt
Yirmiyahu 41: The Murder of Gedaliah and the Flight Toward Egypt (18 Pesukim) The Assassination of Gedaliah (41:1–3) In the seventh month, Yishmael son of Nethaniah, who was of royal descent, came to Mizpah with ten men to visit Gedaliah son of Achikam. They shared a meal together, but during […]
Yirmiyahu – Yirmiyahu 40: Yirmiyahu’s Freedom, Gedaliah’s Leadership, and a Deadly Plot
Yirmiyahu 40: Yirmiyahu’s Freedom, Gedaliah’s Leadership, and a Deadly Plot (16 Pesukim) 1. Yirmiyahu’s Release and Freedom of Choice (40:1–6) After the fall of Jerusalem, Yirmiyahu was among the captives taken to Ramah in chains and taken from Ramah into exile in Babylon. Nebuzaradan, the chief executioner, recognized him and […]
From the Ravs Desk: Pulling a Tooth
Question: I once heard a teaching—perhaps from Halacha, Kabbalah, or the Rebbe—that a person should never have a tooth pulled. I’m not sure of the exact source. Right now, I have a tooth causing extreme pain, and my dentist says the only effective treatment is to extract it. A filling […]
Daily Halacha: Marbim Besimcha: When & How
* 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 Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article Marbim Besimcha:[1] One is to increase in joy throughout the month of […]
Daily Rambam (1) Hilchos Yesodei Hatorah – Chapter 4: Maaseh Bereishis-The wisdom & science behind creation (Wednesday, 1st Adar)
Chapter 4: Maaseh Bereishis-The wisdom & science behind creation Halacha 1: All creations are made up of the four elements The four elements: There are four fundamental elements of creation which are: fire, wind, water, and earth All earthly creations are made up of these four elements. This includes […]
Daily Tanach – Yechezkel Chapter 38: The Prophecy of Gog of the Land of Magog (Wednesday, 1st Adar)
Daily Tanach – Yechezkel Chapter 38: The Prophecy of Gog of the Land of Magog Gog Summoned for a Final Confrontation (Verses 1–6) Hashem commands Yechezkel to prophesy against Gog, from the land of Magog, identified as the leader (“chief prince”) of Meshech and Tubal. Hashem declares Himself against Gog […]
Daily Tanya Chapter 29 Part 4: Shouting at one’s animal soul and evil inclination (Wednesday, 1st Adar)
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Daily Chumash & Rashi Parshas Teruma – Revi’i: The Kerashim – beams (Wednesday, 1st Adar)
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Yirmiyahu – Chapter 39: The Fall of Jerusalem, Zedekiah’s Fate, and God’s Promise to the Faithful
Chapter 39: The Fall of Jerusalem, Zedekiah’s Fate, and God’s Promise to the Faithful (18 Pesukim) The Siege and Breach of Jerusalem (Yirmiyahu 39:1–3) The Siege: In the ninth year of King Zedekiah’s reign, during the tenth month, King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon and his army laid siege to Jerusalem. […]
Turning a Bathroom Into a Kosher Guestroom: Halachic Considerations and Practical Guidelines
Question:We have enough bathrooms in our home, and I would like to turn one of our large bathrooms into an extra guestroom. My concern is: how can we revoke its impurity so that people who stay there can learn Torah, daven, say blessings, and so it can have a Mezuzah […]
Where to Insert Yaaleh Veyavo When Remembered at Any Stage Prior to Finishing Shemoneh Esrei
Table of Contents Remembering Yaaleh Veyavo Before Completing Shemoneh Esrei – Where to Insert Yaaleh Veyavo When Remembered at Any Stage Prior to Finishing Shemoneh Esrei:[1] Regarding one who accidentally omitted Yaaleh Veyavo, halachah distinguishes carefully between remembering before concluding a blessing, after concluding it but before beginning the next, […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Turning a Bathroom Into a Kosher Guestroom: Halachic Considerations and Practical Guidelines
Question: We have enough bathrooms in our home, and I would like to turn one of our large bathrooms into an extra guestroom. My concern is: how can we revoke its impurity so that people who stay there can learn Torah, daven, say blessings, and so it can have a […]
Daily Halacha: Where to Insert Yaaleh Veyavo When Remembered at Any Stage Prior to Finishing Shemoneh Esrei
Table of Contents Remembering Yaaleh Veyavo Before Completing Shemoneh Esrei – Where to Insert Yaaleh Veyavo When Remembered at Any Stage Prior to Finishing Shemoneh Esrei:[1] Regarding one who accidentally omitted Yaaleh Veyavo, halachah distinguishes carefully between remembering before concluding a blessing, after concluding it but before beginning the next, […]
Daily Rambam (1) Hilchos Yesodei Hatorah – Chapter 3: The Structure of the Heavens and the Foundations of Creation (Tuesday, 30th Shevat)
Hilchos Yesodei haTorah – Chapter 3: The Structure of the Heavens and the Foundations of Creation A systematic outline of the structure of the heavens, the spheres, the elements, and their spiritual nature The Nine Spheres (Heavens) The Sages taught that the heavens (also called “firmament,” “habitation,” “skies”) consist of […]
Daily Tanach – Yechezkel Chapter 37: The Valley of Dry Bones and the Future Unity of Israel (Tuesday, 30th Shevat)
Daily Tanach – Yechezkel Chapter 37: The Valley of Dry Bones and the Future Unity of Israel The Vision of the Valley of Dry Bones (Verses 1–10) The hand of Hashem lifts Yechezkel and sets him in a valley full of extremely dry human bones. Hashem asks him whether these […]
Daily Chumash & Rashi Parshas Teruma – Shelishi: The Menorah and Tapestries (Tuesday, 30th Shevat)
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Daily Tanya – Chapter 29 Part 3: Source of nightmares (Tuesday, 30th Shevat)
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Yirmiyahu – Chapter 38: The Prophet’s Peril, Rescue, and Final Warning to King Zedekiah
Chapter 38: The Prophet’s Peril, Rescue, and Final Warning to King Zedekiah (28 Pesukim) Yirmiyah’s Warning (Yirmiyah 38:1–3) Princes Shefatya son of Matan, Gedalyahu son of Pashhur, Yukhal son of Shelemyahu, and Pashhur son of Malkiya received the statements Yirmiyah addressed to all the people. Yirmiyah delivers a clear message […]
Yirmiyahu – Chapter 37: Yirmiyahu’s Prophecy and Imprisonment During Zedekiah’s Reign
Chapter 37: Yirmiyahu’s Prophecy and Imprisonment During Zedekiah’s Reign (21 Pesukim) Zedekiah’s Reign and Disobedience (37:1-2) Zedekiah, the son of Yoshiah, became king of Yehudah by Nebuchadrezzar’s appointment, in place of Konyahu, the son of Yehoyakim. Neither Zedekiah, his officials, nor the people listened to God’s words through Yirmiyahu. Request for Prayer (37:3-4) […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Why Shidduchim Feel So Hard: A Higher Perspective
Why Shidduchim Feel So Hard: A Higher Perspective Question: I feel like the shidduch world is rigged. I go to shadchanim and walk away feeling misunderstood. Some seem to push ideas that don’t fit me, some feel motivated by money or their own agendas, and sometimes I feel like the […]
Daily Halacha: Must One Who Attends a Bris Participate in the Meal? If So, What Must He Eat?
Table of Contents Must One Who Attends a Bris Participate in the Meal? If So, What Must He Eat? A bris milah is a most beautiful and uplifting occasion, one in which many gather to honor the mitzvah and to show respect and love for a friend or relative. Often, […]
Daily Rambam (1) Hilchos Yesodei Hatorah – Chapter 2: The Commandments to Love and Fear G-d And How to Achieve (Monday, 29th Shevat)
Hilchos Yesodei haTorah – Chapter 2 The Commandments to Love and Fear G-d There is a positive commandment to love G-d. There is a positive commandment to fear (awe) G-d. These are derived from “You shall love G-d…” and “Fear G-d…” How to Attain Love and Fear of G-d The […]
Daily Tanach – Yechezkel Chapter 36 The False Shepherds and Hashem as the True Shepherd (Monday, 29th Shevat)
Daily Tanach –Yechezkel Chapter 36 – The Restoration of the Land and the Spiritual Renewal of Israel Prophecy to the Mountains of Israel (Verses 1–7) Hashem instructs Yechezkel to prophesy to the mountains, hills, valleys, and streams of Israel. The nations around them mocked the land, saying it now belonged […]
Daily Chumash & Rashi – Parshas Teruma Sheiyni: The Shulchan (Monday, 29th Shevat)
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Daily Tanya – Chapter 29 Part 2: Contemplating the sins of his youth (Monday 29th Shevat)
*The article below 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 Sign up for Daily Distribution Sponsor an Episode The Beinoni contains evil which enlivens his body and […]
Yirmiyahu – Chapter 36: The Scroll That Was Burned and Rewritten
Chapter 36: The Scroll That Was Burned and Rewritten (32 Pesukim) Command to Write the Prophecies (Verses 1–3) In the fourth year of the reign of Yehoiakim the son of Yoshiyahu, king of Judah, Hashem told Yirmiyahu the fact following prophecy which he should relate: Take for yourself a scroll […]
Showing Respect when speaking to AI
Question: I have a somewhat strange question, but it has been bothering me. I see people using AI chatboxes, speaking to them through voice or text. Sometimes people get annoyed when the AI gives incorrect answers or misunderstands something, and they respond angrily or disrespectfully. Of course, the AI is […]
Dinei Kadima by spices – The order of precedence in the Brachos of Spices and fragrances
Dinei Kadima by Atzei, Isvei and Minei Besamim – The order of precedence in the Brachos of Spices and fragrances:[1] The laws of precedence [i.e. Kadima] in berachos guide us in determining which blessing to recite first when enjoying different foods. These halachos dictate not only whether one should say […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Should a Person Speak Kindly and respectfully to an AI Chatbox? (Sunday, 28th Sivan)
Question: I have a somewhat strange question, but it has been bothering me. I see people using AI chatboxes, speaking to them through voice or text. Sometimes people get annoyed when the AI gives incorrect answers or misunderstands something, and they respond angrily or disrespectfully. Of course, the AI is […]
Dinei Kadima by spices – The order of precedence in the Brachos of Spices and fragrances
Dinei Kadima by Atzei, Isvei and Minei Besamim – The order of precedence in the Brachos of Spices and fragrances:[1] The laws of precedence [i.e. Kadima] in berachos guide us in determining which blessing to recite first when enjoying different foods. These halachos dictate not only whether one should say […]
Daily Rambam (1) Hilchos Yesodei Hatorah – Chapter 1 (Sunday, 28th Shevat)
Hilchos Yesodei Hatorah – Chapter 1: The Foundations of Divine Existence and Unity Halacha 1 – G-d as the Primary Being Everything begins with the knowledge that there exists a Primary Being who brings all existence into being. All created beings depend entirely on His existence. Halacha 2 – […]
Daily Tanach – Yechezkel Chapter 35 The False Shepherds and Hashem as the True Shepherd (Sunday, 28th Shevat)
Daily Tanach – Sefer Yechezkal Chapter 35: Judgment Against Mount Seir This chapter is a prophecy directed at Mount Seir, representing Edom, who are portrayed as long‑standing enemies of Israel. The prophecy announces divine judgment because Edom exploited Israel’s suffering and desired to take over its land. Divine opposition to […]
Daily Chumash & Rashi – Parshas Teruma Rishon: Donating to the Temple (Sunday, 28th Shevat)
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Daily Tanya – Chapter 29 Part 1: A Remedy for a heart of stone & spiritual Insensitivity (Sunday, 28th Shevat)
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Daily Rambam (1) The Fourteen Books of the Mishneh Torah – Part 3 (Shabbos, 27th Shevat)
The Fourteen Books of the Mishneh Torah – Part 2 Book 10-The book of Taharah: Number of subjects in book: Eight. The laws of impurity of a corpse. The laws of the red-Heifer. The laws of leprosy. The laws of impurity imparted on a bed and seat. The laws […]
Daily Chumash & Rashi – Parshas Mishpatim Shevi’i: Details of Matan Torah (Shabbos, 27th Shevat)
*The article below 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 Sign up for Daily Distribution Sponsor an Episode Shevi’i No woman will have a miscarriage or be […]
Daily Tanya Chapter 28 Part 2: Disturbing thoughts during prayer is a sign that one is praying properly (Shabbos, 27th Shevat)
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Parshas Mishpatim – Summary, Torah Or, Likkutei Sichos, Video Shiurim; Halachos
The Complete Parsha Companion Download PDF Purchase Parsha Companion Read all Articles online Pshat on The Parsha Parshas Mishpatim-Summary of Parsha 1) The laws of an Eved Ivri: 2) The laws of an Ama Ivria: 3) Cases involving injury and homicide: Click Here Buy Sefer Parshas Mishpatim-Parsha Bee Click […]
Daily Rambam (1) The Fourteen Books of the Mishneh Torah – Part 2 (Friday, 26th Shevat)
The Fourteen Books of the Mishneh Torah – Part 2 Book 5 — Sefer Kedushah (The Book of Holiness) Contains three halachot: Laws of Forbidden Intimate Relations 37 mitzvot total • 1 positive commandment • 36 negative commandments Positive Commandment The High Priest must marry a virgin maiden. Negative Commandments […]
Daily Chumash & Rashi – Parshas Mishpatim Shishi: Hashem warns Bnei Yisrael to heed the commands of his angel (Friday, Mishpatim 26th Shevat)
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Daily Tanya – Chapter 28 Part 1: Battling evil thoughts during service of G-d (Friday 26th Shevat)
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Parshas Mishpatim: Hilchos Shabbos Table Learning- The Biblical Roots of Kiddush
Hilchos Shabbos Table Learning A Weekly Guide to Shabbos Laws for Personal Study and Family Discussion ✨This weeks Topic✨ 🍷 The Biblical Roots of Kiddush ✨ What Is Kiddush? Kiddush is the special blessing we say to welcome Shabbos on Friday night. It’s not just a beautiful tradition—it’s actually […]
Parshas Mishpatim: Parsha Halacha
Parsha Halacha When you purchase a Jewish slave [Eved Ivri], he shall work for six years and in the seventh year he is to be freed. Working for the same employer for three years and signing an employment contract:[1] Some Poskim[2] rule that an employee, including a worker, teacher, [Sofer[3]], […]
Parshas Mishpatim: Chassidic Story – The Baal Shem Tov’s Mysterious Shabbos Adventure 🌲🕯️
Chassidic story[1] Lost in the Forest: The Baal Shem Tov’s Mysterious Shabbos Adventure 🌲🕯️ The Journey Begins One Saturday night, after the peaceful glow of Shabbos had faded, the Baal Shem Tov—a great and wise spiritual leader—set out on a journey. With him were three of his most trusted […]
Parshas Mishpatim – Mefarshim – Rashi Commentary Q&A on Rishon
Mefarshim 📘 Parsha Insights – Rashi Commentary Q&A on Rishon “וְאֵלֶּה הַמִּשְׁפָּטִים” — These Are the Laws Q: Why does the section begin with “וְאֵלֶּה” (and these)? A: Because “AND these” connects to earlier content — meaning, just as the Ten Commandments were given at Sinai, so too these […]
Parshas Mishpatim – Parsha Bee – Q&A on Parsha
🐝 Parsha Bee Parsha Bee – Q&A on Parsha What are the laws regarding a Jewish slave (Eved Ivri)? A Jewish slave serves for six years and is freed in the seventh. If he entered service alone, he leaves alone; if he came with a wife, he leaves with her. […]
Parshas Mishpatim – Haftorah Yemiyahu
Haftorah 📖 Summary of Haftorah: Yermiyahu 34:8-22, 33:25-26 Chapter 34: Broken Promises and Coming Judgment Overview During Babylon’s siege of Jerusalem, Hashem sends Yermiyahu to deliver two messages: one to King Tzidkiyahu about his fate, and another condemning Judah’s leaders for breaking a covenant of freedom. The chapter highlights the […]
Yirmiyahu – Chapter 35: The Rechabites’ Obedience vs. Judah’s Rebellion
Chapter 35: The Rechabites’ Obedience vs. Judah’s Rebellion (19 Pesukim) Overview Hashem uses the Rechabites as a living example to rebuke Judah. Their loyalty to their ancestor’s command contrasts sharply with Judah’s persistent disobedience to Hashem’s word. This chapter emphasizes faithfulness, covenant responsibility, and the reward for obedience. The Test […]
Yirmiyahu – Chapter 34: Breaking the Shemita and Its Punishment
Chapter 34: Breaking the Shemita and Its Punishment (22 Pesukim) Overview During Babylon’s siege of Jerusalem, Hashem sends Yermiyahu to deliver two messages: one to King Tzidkiyahu about his fate, and another condemning Judah’s leaders for breaking a covenant of freedom. The chapter highlights the seriousness of violating Hashem’s commands […]
Yirmiyahu – Chapter 33: Call to Me—Promise of Healing and the Eternal Covenant
Chapter 33: Call to Me—Promise of Healing and the Eternal Covenant (26 Pesukim) Overview While Yermiyahu is still imprisoned during Jerusalem’s siege, Hashem speaks again, offering hope beyond devastation. This chapter assures restoration, joy, and an unbreakable covenant with David and the priesthood, anchored in the permanence of day and […]
Yirmiyahu – Chapter 32: A Field of Hope Amid Siege
Chapter 32: A Field of Hope Amid Siege (44 Pesukim) Overview During Babylon’s siege of Jerusalem, Yermiyahu is imprisoned for prophesying the city’s fall. In this dark moment, Hashem commands him to perform a symbolic act—buying a field—to demonstrate that restoration will follow judgment. The chapter blends despair, obedience, prayer, […]
From the Ravs Desk: The Shabbos That Vanished: Halacha on the High Seas When Crossing The Dateline
The Shabbos That Vanished: Halacha on the High Seas When Crossing The Dateline Question: Rabbi, I’m on a cruise ship traveling from Hawaii toward Australia, and late Friday afternoon the ship crossed the International Date Line. According to the ship’s clocks, we skipped completely over Saturday daytime and jumped straight […]
Peshara versus Din: The Powers and Limits of Pesharah – Part 2
Peshara versus Din: How Dinei Torah’s come to their verdicts – Part 2:[1] The Forms of Compromise in Pesharah Versus the Torah Strict Letter of the Law: The type of compromise authorized in pesharah differs from strict din Torah in three major areas: The evidentiary standard required to determine which […]
Daily Rambam (1) The Fourteen Books of the Mishneh Torah – Part 1 (Thursday, 25th Shevat)
The Fourteen Books of the Mishneh Torah – Part 1 This title has been divided into 14 books. The first book-Mada: Includes all of the commands relating to the fundamentals of Judaism, which a person must know before anything else such as G-d’s unity, and the prohibition of idolatry and […]
Daily Tanach – Yechezkel Chapter 34: The False Shepherds and Hashem as the True Shepherd (Thursday, 25th Shevat)
Daily Tanach – Yechezkel Chapter 34 – The False Shepherds and Hashem as the True Shepherd (31 Pesukim) Rebuke of Israel’s Shepherds (Verses 1–6) Hashem commands Yechezkel to prophesy against the “shepherds of Israel”—the leaders who cared for themselves instead of their people. They consumed the fat, wore the wool, […]
Daily Tanya – Chapter 27 Part 3: The service of Iskafya in permitted matters (Thursday, 25th Shevat)
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Daily Chumash & Rashi – Parshas Mishpatim Chamishi: Miscellaneous laws – Justice system, Meat and milk, idolatry, Shemita, etc (Thursday, 25th Shevat)
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Yirmiyahu – Chapter 30: The Book of Consolation—Promise of Restoration
Chapter 30: The Book of Consolation—Promise of Restoration (25 Pesukim) Overview Hashem commands Yermiyahu to write down words of hope for Israel and Judah. Though judgment and suffering have come, Hashem promises deliverance, healing, and renewal. This chapter shifts from despair to restoration, portraying a future where G- d’s people […]
Yirmiyahu – Chapter 31: Everlasting Love and the New Covenant
Chapter 31: Everlasting Love and the New Covenant (39 Pesukim) Overview Chapter 31 is one of the most hopeful passages in Yermiyahu, often called part of the “Book of Consolation.” It promises restoration, joy, and a new covenant written on the hearts of God’s people. After judgment and exile, Hashem […]
Draw the Sun, Moon, and Stars
Is It Really Forbidden According To Halacha to Draw the Sun, Moon, and Stars? Question: I was in the middle of drawing a picture of the world—sun, moon, stars, grass, trees, animals—like I always enjoy doing during class. My teacher stopped me and said that not only is drawing […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Is It Really Forbidden According To Halacha to Draw the Sun, Moon, and Stars?
Is It Really Forbidden According To Halacha to Draw the Sun, Moon, and Stars? Question: I was in the middle of drawing a picture of the world—sun, moon, stars, grass, trees, animals—like I always enjoy doing during class. My teacher stopped me and said that not only is drawing […]
Peshara versus Din: How Dinei Torah’s come to their verdicts – Strict law versus compromise
Table of Contents Peshara versus Din: How Dinei Torah’s come to their verdicts – Strict law versus compromise:[1] Bringing a dispute before a Beis Din (Adjudication) is the formal halachic framework for resolving monetary claims between Jews. The Torah’s civil code—Choshen Mishpat—is grounded in rigorous standards of evidence and tightly […]
Daily Halacha: Peshara versus Din: How Dinei Torah’s come to their verdicts – Strict law versus compromise – Part 1
Peshara versus Din: How Dinei Torah’s come to their verdicts – Strict law versus compromise – Part 1:[1] Bringing a dispute before a Beis Din (Adjudication) is the formal halachic framework for resolving monetary claims between Jews. The Torah’s civil code—Choshen Mishpat—is grounded in rigorous standards of evidence and tightly […]
Daily Tanach – Yechezkel Chapter 33: The Watchman, Personal Responsibility, Jerusalem’s Fall, and the People’s Response (Wednesday, 24th Shevat)
Yechezkel Chapter 33: The Watchman, Personal Responsibility, Jerusalem’s Fall, and the People’s Response The Parable of the Watchman (Verses 1–6) G‑d commands Yechezkel to tell the people: when a land appoints a watchman to warn of approaching danger, those who hear the shofar and ignore it bear responsibility for their […]
Daily Rambam (1) List of Mitzvos Part 6 – Negative Commands Part 3 (Wednesday, 24th Shevat)
Negative Commandments – Part 3 Theft, Property, and Economic Integrity (Mitzvot 245–255) Do not rob. Do not move boundary markers to steal land. Do not oppress another person financially. Do not deny your financial obligations. Do not swear falsely regarding money owed. Do not cheat in business transactions. Do not […]
Daily Chumash & Rashi – Parshas Mishpatim Revi’i: Laws involving the judicial system (Wednesday, 24th Shevat)
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Daily Tanya – Chapter 27 Part 2: Born for battle-Not to be demoralized even if you will have to battle evil lusts your entire life (Wednesday, 24th Shevat)
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Yirmiyahu – Chapter 29: A Letter to the Exiles — Hope and Warning
Chapter 29: A Letter to the Exiles—Hope and Warning (32 Pesukim) Overview Yermiyahu sends a scroll from Jerusalem to the Jewish exiles in Babylon, offering guidance for life in captivity and exposing false prophets. The chapter blends practical advice, divine promises, and stern warnings against deception. The Letter’s Recipients and […]
Yirmiyahu – Chapter 28: The Clash of Prophets and the Iron Yoke
Chapter 28: The Clash of Prophets and the Iron Yoke (17 Pesukim) Overview This chapter recounts a dramatic confrontation between Yermiyahu and Hananiah in the Temple. Hananiah predicts Babylon’s power will soon end, but Yermiyahu warns that such words are false. The chapter underscores the danger of misleading prophecy and […]
Yirmiyahu – Chapter 27: The Yoke of Babylon and the Warning Against False Prophets
Chapter 27: The Yoke of Babylon and the Warning Against False Prophets (22 Pesukim) Overview Hashem commands Yermiyahu to deliver a symbolic message of submission to Babylon. Through a yoke placed on his neck, the prophet warns Judah and neighboring nations that resisting Nebuchadnezzar will lead to destruction. False prophets […]
Why Tzaddikim may have greater Yetzer Hara’s and challenges than even simple Jews
Question: I have a question regarding a Mamar Chazal that has always bothered me. Chazal [sukkah 52a] teach that “the greater a person is, the greater their yetzer hara is.” At first glance this seems strange. If so, does it mean that simple Jews would have small temptations like robbing […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Who has the greatest Yetzer Harah? The Tzadik?! (Tuesday, 23rd Shevat)
Question: I have a question regarding a Mamar Chazal that has always bothered me. Chazal [sukkah 52a] teach that “the greater a person is, the greater their yetzer hara is.” At first glance this seems strange. If so, does it mean that simple Jews would have small temptations like robbing […]
Daily Halacha: Halacha at the Table: Women Serving Men and Being Served by Waitresses (Tuesday, 23rd Shevat)
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Daily Rambam (1) List of Mitzvos Part 5 – Negative Commands Part 2 (Tuesday, 23rd Shevat)
Negative Commandments — Part 2 I. Korban Pesach & Kodashim (Mitzvot 123–147) 123. Do not remove the meat of the Korban Pesach from its designated group. 124. Do not bake leftover Minchah portions as chametz. 125. Do not eat the Korban Pesach raw or boiled. 126. Do not […]
