The kindness shown to us by G-d is to help us have remorse and repent:[1] The verse[2] states that after the blessing and curse befalls us, we will return to G-d. The question is raised as to how the blessing shown to us by G-d helps us return to G-d? […]
Should one Daven Maariv with a Minyan during Pelag Hamincha versus Davening in private after nightfall?
Davening Maariv with a Minyan during Pelag Hamincha versus Davening in private after nightfall?[1] One who normally Davens Maariv after nightfall who is present by a Minyan that Davens Maariv after Pelag Hamincha, is to Daven with them [if a Minyan will not be available later on[2]], and then repeat […]
Davening Mincha after sunset
Davening Mincha past sunset:[1] The prayer of Mincha may be recited until evening.[2] It is disputed amongst Poskim as to the definition of “evening.” Some Poskim[3] rule it is permitted [even initially[4]] to Daven Mincha past sunset, up until Tzeis Hakochavim.[5] Other Poskim[6] rule one may not Daven Mincha past […]
Omitting Tachanun after Sukkos until Rosh Chodesh Marcheshvon
Tachanun after Sukkos:[1] Tachanun is omitted from Davening from Erev Yom Kippur until the beginning of the month of Cheshvon. Tzidkascha: The prayer of Tzidkascha is not recited on the Shabbos between Erev Yom Kippur and the month of Cheshvon. ___________________________________________________________________ [1] Siddur Admur; Custom brought in Magen Avraham 669:1; […]
What is one to do with the Sechach and Daled Minim after Sukkos?
What is one to do with the Sechach and Daled Minim after Sukkos? The Sukkah:[1] After Sukkos one is not required to bury the wood used for Sechach and it may be used and benefited from for any purpose that one desires.[2] Nevertheless, it is proper to beware not to […]
If one mistakenly said Visein Tal Umatar after Sukkos but before the proper time, is he to repeat Shemoneh Esrei?
If one mistakenly said Visein Tal Umatar after Sukkos but before its proper time, is he to repeat Shemoneh Esrei? If one mistakenly said Visein Tal Umatar between Shemini Atzeres and the 7th of Marcheshvan, is he to repeat Shemoneh Esrei? Some Poskim[1] rule that one who said Visein Tal Umatar […]
The obligation of sleeping in the Sukkah and why many [including Chabad Chassidim] are lenient
Sleeping in the Sukkah:[1] The obligation-Letter of the law: Part of the Mitzvah and [Biblical] obligation of dwelling in a Sukkah, is to sleep in the Sukkah throughout all seven days of Sukkos, both by day and night, just as one does in his home throughout the year.[2] It is […]
The obligation of sleeping in the Sukkah and why many [including Chabad Chassidim] are lenient
Sleeping in the Sukkah:[1] The obligation-Letter of the law: Part of the Mitzvah and [Biblical] obligation of dwelling in a Sukkah, is to sleep in the Sukkah throughout all seven days of Sukkos, both by day and night, just as one does in his home throughout the year.[2] It is […]
Laundering clothing on Chol Hamoed if they all became dirty
May one launder his clothing on Chol Hamoed if they all became dirty? The general rule: It is forbidden to launder clothing on Chol Hamoed.[1] This applies even if one is doing so for the sake of wearing the clothing during the Moed and certainly if one is doing so […]
Entering pots into a Sukkah
Entering pots into a Sukkah:[1] [It is permitted to enter pots and pans of food into a Sukkah.[2]] Nonetheless, once the meal has been completed, one is to remove the pots, pans, and plates from the Sukkah, being that after their use they are considered repulsive [and it is belittling […]
