Question: [Wednesday, 3rd Shevat, 5782] We are a family of converts, and have a Gentile relative who recently passed away and asked in his will to be cremated. We are his closest available relatives to arrange for the cremation to take place, and my question is from a Halachic perspective […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Assisting in the cremation of a Gentile corpse
Question: [Wednesday, 3rd Shevat, 5782] We are a family of converts, and have a Gentile relative who recently passed away and asked in his will to be cremated. We are his closest available relatives to arrange for the cremation to take place, and my question is from a Halachic perspective […]
Likkutei Sichos-Parshas Chukas: Forgiveness is not lip service
This Sicha is an excerpt from our Sefer Click here to buy Parshas Chukas Forgiveness is not lip service (Based on Likkutei Sichos Vol. 28 Sicha 2) This week’s Parsha, Parshas Chukas, speaks of the episode of a snake attack on the Jewish people that led to many deaths and injuries. The […]
Disowning the Shemita produce of one’s land-Part 1
Disowning the Shemita produce of one’s land-Part 1:[1] A. The mitzvah:[2] It is a positive command of the Torah for one [whether a man or woman[3]] to disown all the produce[4] that grows on his land during the seventh year. [Accordingly, one must give all Jews[5] access to collect the […]
Disowning the Shemita produce of one’s land-Part 1
Disowning the Shemita produce of one’s land-Part 1:[1] A. The mitzvah:[2] It is a positive command of the Torah for one [whether a man or woman[3]] to disown all the produce[4] that grows on his land during the seventh year. [Accordingly, one must give all Jews[5] access to collect the […]
15. Examples of a Basis, and the movement of items that are not a Basis
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 15. Examples of a Basis, and the movement of items that are not a Basis: A. Examples brought in the rules mentioned in Halacha 13-14: A tablecloth with Muktzah items on it: See 13 third Condition Chicks which were […]
Likkutei Sichos-Behar: Understanding the prohibition and obligation of Ribis and how everything you own contains a divine purpose relevant to your soul
Check out our Amazon Sefarim Shop This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article Parshas Behar Understanding the prohibition and obligation of Ribis and how everything you own contains a divine purpose relevant to your soul (Based on Likkutei Sichos Vol. 12 […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Pouring non-Mevushal wine into the cup of a Gentile or nonreligious Jew
Question: [Tuesday, 2nd Shevat 5782] Is there any issue with pouring non-Mevushal wine into the cup of a nonreligious Jew or Gentile and does it affect the rest of the one in the bottle? Answer: It is permitted for one to pour Kosher non-Mevushal wine into the cup of […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Pouring non-Mevushal wine into the cup of a Gentile or nonreligious Jew
Question: [Tuesday, 2nd Shevat 5782] Is there any issue with pouring non-Mevushal wine into the cup of a nonreligious Jew or Gentile and does it affect the rest of the one in the bottle? Answer: It is permitted for one to pour Kosher non-Mevushal wine into the cup of […]
10. The law if one transgressed and insulated in material which adds heat
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 10. The law if one transgressed and insulated in material which adds heat:[1] First Opinion[2]: If one transgressed and insulated [in material which increases heat], even [if this was done] inadvertently [without prior knowledge of the prohibition], [nevertheless] the […]
9. The law if one transgressed the Chazara conditions
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 9. The law if one transgressed the Chazara conditions A. The law if one placed a food on a flame on Shabbos without fulfilling the required conditions:[1] If one transgressed and returned a pot on Shabbos to an area […]
8. What is the law if one transgressed the Shehiyah restrictions and left a pot over a flame in a case that it was prohibited to do so?
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 8. What is the law if one transgressed the Shehiyah restrictions and left a pot over a flame in a case that it was prohibited to do so?[1] In all places that it was explained that it is forbidden […]
7. Fruits that were cut down on Shabbos on behalf of a sick person
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 7. Fruits that were cut down on Shabbos on behalf of a sick person:[1] The fruit was not yet ripe: One who cuts down an unripe fruit on behalf of a sick person on Shabbos then [that fruit] is […]
6. Is food that had a transgression done to it on behalf of an ill person allowed to be eaten by others?
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 6. Is food that had a transgression done to it on behalf of an ill person allowed to be eaten by others?[1] Eating from meat of an animal permissibly slaughtered on Shabbos: One who slaughters on Shabbos on behalf […]
5. What is the law if the food which was cooked on Shabbos got mixed into other foods?
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 5. What is the law if the food which was cooked on Shabbos got mixed into other foods?[1] Mixed in after Shabbos: If one intentionally cooked [food on Shabbos] and after Shabbos that food got mixed into other foods, […]
4. Is the food allowed to be eaten after Shabbos if that night is Yom Tov?
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 4. Is the food allowed to be eaten after Shabbos if that night is Yom Tov?[1] If Yom Tov falls out on the evening after Shabbos then [food which was cooked on Shabbos] is forbidden until after Yom Tov, […]
3. The law if one transgressed and cooked a food of which there are opinions which permit it to be done even initially
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 3. The law if one transgressed and cooked a food of which there are opinions which permit it to be done even initially:[1] (If a Jew himself[2]) heated a food of which there are opinions which permit this to […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Spending time with your spouse-how much and how often?
Question: [Monday 1st Shevat 5782] Is there any Torah or Halachic obligation for a husband to spend time with his wife? Obviously, couples must spend time with each other in order so the relationship grow and stay healthy. However, how often is the suggested practice? Every once in a while, […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Spending time with your spouse-how much and how often?
Question: [Monday 1st Shevat 5782] Is there any Torah or Halachic obligation for a husband to spend time with his wife? Obviously, couples must spend time with each other in order so the relationship grow and stay healthy. However, how often is the suggested practice? Every once in a while, […]
2. The unintentional transgressor
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 2. The unintentional transgressor:[1] If [the forbidden action] was done by mistake, then it is forbidden [to be benefited from] on Shabbos even by others, as since he did a Biblical prohibition [the Sages] were stringent to fine [from […]
1. The intentional transgressor
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 1. The intentional transgressor:[1] One who cooks on Shabbos, or did one of the other [Biblically prohibited[2]] actions, with prior knowledge of the prohibition, is forbidden for him to ever benefit from that action that was done, due to […]
Compilation 1-How much is Yad Soledes?
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here Compilation 1-How much is Yad Soledes?[1] A. Introduction: Throughout the laws of cooking on Shabbos[2], we find the term of Yad Soledes used in regard to the temperature of a food, and understanding its proper definition is vital for […]
17. Issur which fell into one’s food on Shabbos
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 17. Issur which fell into one’s food on Shabbos:[1] It is forbidden to nullify a non-Kosher food within Kosher food on Shabbos, even in those cases that doing so is allowed during the week.[2] It is however permitted to […]
16. Opening the oven on Shabbos when there are still burning coals inside of it
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 16. Opening the oven on Shabbos when there are still burning coals inside of it?[1] In a case that one knows there are fiery coals in the oven, then it is forbidden to open it through a Jew, being […]
15. Iruiy Keli Sheiyni [pouring from a Keli Sheiyni onto uncooked foods]
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 15. Iruiy Keli Sheiyni [pouring from a Keli Sheiyni onto uncooked foods]:[1] It is permitted to pour from a Keli Sheiyni that is Yad Soledes onto any food [even if it] has not been [previously] cooked. Pouring on foods […]
Reciting Hallel together with the Minyan
Reciting Hallel together with the Minyan:[1] It is a Mitzvah Min Hamuvchar to read Hallel together with the congregation immediately after [Shemoneh Esrei of] the Shacharis prayer.[2] Reading Hallel with the congregation prior to Shacharis?[3] If one came to Shul after the congregation completed the Shacharis prayer [of Shemoneh Esrei] […]
Reciting Hallel together with the Minyan
Reciting Hallel together with the Minyan:[1] It is a Mitzvah Min Hamuvchar to read Hallel together with the congregation immediately after [Shemoneh Esrei of] the Shacharis prayer.[2] Reading Hallel with the congregation prior to Shacharis?[3] If one came to Shul after the congregation completed the Shacharis prayer [of Shemoneh Esrei] […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Chitas and Pushka-A Segula to prevent car accidents
Question: [Sunday, 29th Teves, 5782] I have seen many times Lubavitchers placing a Pushka and/or Chitas in their car as a Segula against car accidents? Did the Rebbe ever speak of this matter? Answer: Placing a Siddur, Tehillim, and Tanya [i.e. Chitas], and also a Tzedaka Pushka, inside the […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Chitas and Pushka-A Segula to prevent car accidents
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 Sponsor an Article Question: [Sunday, 29th Teves, 5782] I have seen many times Lubavitchers placing a Pushka and/or Chitas in their car as a Segula against car accidents? […]
Standing for Mizmor Lesoda
Standing for Mizmor Lesoda:[1] One is required to stand for the recital of Mizmor Lesoda.[2] [Some Poskim[3], however, rule that according to the final ruling of Admur, one is not required to stand. Furthermore, some[4] rule one is specifically to recite Mizmor Lesoda in a sitting position. Practically, the Chabad […]
14. The laws of a Keli Sheiyni
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 14. The laws of a Keli Sheiyni A. A very hot Keli Sheiyni: The laws below only apply to a Keli Sheiyni which is not very hot. The laws of a very hot Keli Sheiyni have already been explained […]
13. Iruiy Keli Rishon/Pouring from a Keli Rishon onto uncooked food
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 13. Iruiy Keli Rishon/Pouring from a Keli Rishon onto uncooked food: Definition:[1] The pouring of the content of a Keli Rishon that is Yad Soledes onto a food or liquid. Pouring onto spices:[2] It is forbidden to place spices […]
12. A Davar Gush-Placing a solid substance onto a food or liquid and vice versa
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 12. A Davar Gush-Placing a solid substance onto a food or liquid and vice versa: Placing hot roast into cold gravy:[1] It is forbidden to place a piece of hot meat which is Yad Soledes into cold [liquid] gravy. […]
11. Very hot water of a Keli Sheiyni has the same status as a Keli Rishon
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 11. Very hot water of a Keli Sheiyni has the same status as a Keli Rishon:[1] A bathtub that is filled with hot water, even though it’s [water is considered] a Keli Sheiyni, [nevertheless] it is forbidden to pour […]
10. The laws of a Keli Rishon
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 10. The laws of a Keli Rishon: Definition of a Keli Rishon: A Keli Rishon is the original pot of food that was taken off the fire, or off any other heating surface [even if its content is […]
9. Heating precooked/baked foods on Shabbos which dissolve/melt in heat [such as congealed fat and oil]
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 9. Heating precooked/baked foods on Shabbos which dissolve/melt in heat [such as congealed fat and oil]:[1] Important Note: The following law contains a complex number of opinions both within the Shulchan Aruch itself and between the ruling in the […]
8. Heating a dry solid which was previously cooked/roasted/baked to the point of Yad Soledes
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 8. Heating a dry solid which was previously cooked/roasted/baked to the point of Yad Soledes:[1] Important note A: Wherever explained here that it is allowed to heat a food, it may only be heated through being on or very […]
7. Heating liquid that was previously cooked to the point of Yad Soledes
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 7. Heating liquid that was previously cooked to the point of Yad Soledes:[1] Important note: Wherever it is explained here that it is permitted to heat a food, it may only be heated through being on or very near […]
6. Stirring a pot of hot food and removing its content
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 6. Stirring a pot of hot food and removing its content:[1] A. Not fully cooked-May not remove the food while hot: A pan and pot [of food] which were removed in a hot state from on the fire, if […]
5. Retaining heat of hot foods that are not fully cooked
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 5. Retaining heat of hot foods that are not fully cooked: A. Placing hot uncooked food on top of a hot pot so the uncooked food retain is heat:[1] A vessel which contains a hot food which is Yad […]
4. Heating uncooked foods and liquids on Shabbos to less than Yad Soledes Bo
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 4. Heating uncooked foods and liquids on Shabbos to less than Yad Soledes Bo: A. Placing cold liquids on top of a kettle:[1] Is hot enough to make liquid Yad Soledes: It is forbidden to place cold [liquid] on […]
3. The permitted forms of cooking/heating
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 3. The permitted forms of cooking/heating: Cooking with direct sun heat:[1] To cook with the [heat of the] sun directly, such as to leave an egg in the sun in order to cook, or to leave water in the […]
Cold showers on Shabbos
Bathing/Showering in cold water: The Sages did not decree against bathing in cold water on Shabbos and it is thus permitted to do so from the letter of the law.[1] Nevertheless, the custom in the Ashkenazi provinces is to avoid doing so being that there are many bathing restrictions involved […]
Likkutei Sichos-Every Jew will leave the exile
Parshas Vaeira No Jew will be left behind-is this really true? (Likkutei Sichos Vol. 11 Sicha 1) Parshas Vaeira begins in the middle of the confrontation between Moshe and G-d regarding the redemption of the Jewish people. In the previous Parsha of Shemos G-d instructs Moshe to tell the Jewish […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Talking while washing hands
Question: [Thursday, 26th Teves 5781] Last Shabbos I was talking to someone while washing hands and was told by an individual that it’s forbidden to talk while washing. I was kind of surprised, as while I always knew you can’t talk after washing until the blessing of Hamotzi is recited, […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Talking while washing hands
Question: [Thursday, 26th Teves 5781] Last Shabbos I was talking to someone while washing hands and was told by an individual that it’s forbidden to talk while washing. I was kind of surprised, as while I always knew you can’t talk after washing until the blessing of Hamotzi is recited, […]
What should one eat for Shalosh Seudos-The menu requirements for the third meal
What should one eat for Shalosh Seudos-The menu requirements for the third meal: A. Introduction: Every person, whether man or woman[1], is [rabbinically[2]] obligated to eat three meals on Shabbos.[3] The source behind the Shabbos meals:[4] [Although the eating of the Shabbos meals is Rabbinical in origin], it is hinted […]
What should one eat for Shalosh Seudos-The menu requirements for the third meal
What should one eat for Shalosh Seudos-The menu requirements for the third meal: A. Introduction: Every person, whether man or woman[1], is [rabbinically[2]] obligated to eat three meals on Shabbos.[3] The source behind the Shabbos meals:[4] [Although the eating of the Shabbos meals is Rabbinical in origin], it is hinted […]
2. The Rabbinically forbidden forms of cooking
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 2. The Rabbinically forbidden forms of cooking: Cooking on sun heated objects:[1] Furthermore, even [cooking] with [an item that was] heated from the sun, such as [cooking] on a cloth that got hot in the sun, is forbidden due […]
1. The Biblically forbidden forms of cooking
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 1. The Biblically forbidden forms of cooking:[1] A. The Principal prohibition:[2] Cooking [on Shabbos] is one of the Principal [forbidden] actions, being that in the Tabernacle [colored] herbs would be cooked in order to use their dye. B. The […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Chaim Walder-Making sense of the tragedy-My Practical resolutions
Question: [Wednesday, 25th Teves, 5782] As like every other Frum Jew most likely feels, I am in total shock over the tragic news involving the famous author and educator Chaim Walder, both from the actions that he was accused of doing as well as from his suicide. There’s so much […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Chaim Walder-Making sense of the tragedy-My Practical resolutions
Question: [Wednesday, 25th Teves, 5782] As like every other Frum Jew most likely feels, I am in total shock over the tragic news involving the famous author and educator Chaim Walder, both from the actions that he was accused of doing as well as from his suicide. There’s so much […]
Comforting a mourner after Shiva-May/Should one do so?
May one comfort a mourner after Shiva if one did not do so beforehand?[1] Comforting an Avel for the passing of a parent: One who is in mourning for a parent may be comforted by others for the first 12 months. After 12 months, he is not to directly comforted […]
Comforting a mourner after Shiva-May/Should one do so?
May one comfort a mourner after Shiva if one did not do so beforehand?[1] Comforting an Avel for the passing of a parent: One who is in mourning for a parent may be comforted by others for the first 12 months. After 12 months, he is not to directly comforted […]
From the Rav’s Desk: When to eat dessert-before or after Bentching?
Question: [Tuesday, 24th Teves 5782] I was at someone Shabbos table and they were very particular to only bring the dessert to the table after everybody Bentched. I asked them about it and they said that that’s the tradition that they follow and that’s what they saw their parents do. […]
From the Rav’s Desk: When to eat dessert-before or after Bentching?
Question: [Tuesday, 24th Teves 5782] I was at someone Shabbos table and they were very particular to only bring the dessert to the table after everybody Bentched. I asked them about it and they said that that’s the tradition that they follow and that’s what they saw their parents do. […]
Supporting Torah learners-Yissachar and Zevulun deal
Supporting Torah learners-Yissachar and Zevulun deal:[1] Although every single Jew is obligated to study Torah, one who is unable to study Torah, either due to lack of knowledge, or due to lack of time, is to support other people who study.[2] One who supports a Torah learner is considered as […]
Supporting Torah learners-Yissachar and Zevulun deal
Supporting Torah learners-Yissachar and Zevulun deal:[1] Although every single Jew is obligated to study Torah, one who is unable to study Torah, either due to lack of knowledge, or due to lack of time, is to support other people who study.[2] One who supports a Torah learner is considered as […]
Does one answer Amen after hearing someone recite the blessing of Al Divrei Torah?
Does one answer Amen after hearing someone recite the blessing of “Al Divrei Torah” by Birchas Hatorah?[1] A. The Background & Dispute-Is Viharev Nah considered a separate blessing? There is a dispute recorded in the Poskim regarding if the second blessing of Viharev Na is considered a continuation of the […]
Does one answer Amen after hearing someone recite the blessing of Al Divrei Torah?
Does one answer Amen after hearing someone recite the blessing of “Al Divrei Torah” by Birchas Hatorah?[1] A. The Background & Dispute-Is Viharev Nah considered a separate blessing? There is a dispute recorded in the Poskim regarding if the second blessing of Viharev Na is considered a continuation of the […]
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From the Rav’s Desk: Tevila to microwave plate
Question: [Monday 23rd Teves 5782] Is one required to immerse a glass microwave plate inside of a Mikveh? Answer: If you never plan on putting any food directly on the microwave plate, and rather plan on placing the food on a plate and then place the plate on the […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Tevila to microwave plate
Question: [Monday 23rd Teves 5782] Is one required to immerse a glass microwave plate inside of a Mikveh? Answer: If you never plan on putting any food directly on the microwave plate, and rather plan on placing the food on a plate and then place the plate on the […]
Summary of Shulchan Aruch Admur: Chapter 1 Mahadurah Kama-Hashkamas Haboker
Chapter 1: Hashkamas Haboker [Mahadurah Kama] 19 Halachos Halacha 1: Waking on time[1] Emulate a lion- Wake before dawn: One should be strong like a lion to wake up prior to the morning [dawn] in order to serve G-d which is the purpose of his creation, and it is for […]
Shulchan Aruch Michaber & Rama-Summary: Chapter 50: Eizehu Mekoman
Chapter 50: Eizehu Mekoman Halacha 1 The Sages established that one is to recite the chapter beginning Eizehu Mekoman and the beraisa beginning Rabbi Yishmael after the recital of the Tamid. The reason: This was done so that everyone will merit studying Scripture, Mishnah, and Talmud every day. As the […]
2. Not to insulate with materials that increase heat:
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 2. Not to insulate with materials that increase heat:[1] A. The prohibition; its reasoning and if it applies by cooked foods: Not to insulate with materials that increase heat: One who desires to remove a pot from on top […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Should one avoid saying Birchas Hashachar out loud?
Question: [Sunday, 22nd Teves, 5782] I know that the widespread Chabad custom is to avoid saying blessings aloud when there are other people around due to that it can accidentally cause others to fulfill their obligation of the blessing. I was wondering if this likewise applies to the morning blessing […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Should one avoid saying Birchas Hashachar out loud?
Question: [Sunday, 22nd Teves, 5782] I know that the widespread Chabad custom is to avoid saying blessings aloud when there are other people around due to that it can accidentally cause others to fulfill their obligation of the blessing. I was wondering if this likewise applies to the morning blessing […]
Reciting Parshas Hakeida and Parshas Haman daily
1. Reciting Parshas HaAkeida daily:[1] It is proper[2] to say every day the paragraph in the Torah which discusses the sacrificing of Yitzchak [i.e. Akeidas Yitzchak]. The reason for its recital:[3] It is said in order to remind [G-d[4]] of the merits of our Forefathers, [and also to motivate oneself […]
Reciting Parshas Hakeida and Parshas Haman daily
1. Reciting Parshas HaAkeida daily:[1] It is proper[2] to say every day the paragraph in the Torah which discusses the sacrificing of Yitzchak [i.e. Akeidas Yitzchak]. The reason for its recital:[3] It is said in order to remind [G-d[4]] of the merits of our Forefathers, [and also to motivate oneself […]
Likkutei Sichos-Parshas Emor: The prohibition to cause a child to transgress a sin, and its reasoning
This Sicha is an excerpt from our Sefer Click here to buy Parshas Emor The prohibition to cause a child to transgress a sin, and its reasoning (Based on Likkutei Sichos Vol. 7 Sicha 1) This week’s Parsha, Parshas Emor, speaks of the laws that are relevant to priests. In its opening […]
Parshas Shemos-Summary of the Parsha
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy now on Amazon.com Parshas Shemos Pesukim:124 [Siman:ויקח ] Haftorah:[1] Yeshayahu 27:6-28:13; 29:22-23 Number of Mitzvos: There are no Positive or Negative commands mentioned in Parshas Shemos. Rishon The family of Yaakov who arrived in Egypt: These are the names of […]
Parshas Shemos-Likkutei Sichos-The definition of Bitachon-Faith or wishful thinking
Parshas Shemos Bitachon-Trust versus wishful thinking-Understanding its true Avoda and what it can accomplish (Likkutei Sichos Vol. 36 Sicha 1) In this week’s Parsha, Parshas Shemos, we learn of Moshe Rabbeinu and his efforts to help the Jewish people. Scripture tells us that one day Moshe went out to the […]
Shulchan Aruch Michaber & Rama-Summary: Chapter 49: Saying Written Torah by heart
Chapter 49: Saying Written Torah by heart Halacha 1: It is forbidden to recite Scripture by heart. Nonetheless, all passages that are familiar to all are permitted to be recited by heart. Thus, only recite the following by heart: Kerias Shema Birchas Kohanim Parshas Hatamid Bookmark
From the Rav’s Desk: Is whistling permitted and is it considered the ways of Gentiles?
Question: [Thursday, 19th Teves 5781] I have heard many times that whistling is a Gentile custom and therefore one should not whistle. Recently someone also told me that according to the Zohar whistling draws down many evil spirits and therefore is forbidden to be done. Can you please clarify the […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Is whistling permitted and is it considered the ways of Gentiles?
Question: [Thursday, 19th Teves 5781] I have heard many times that whistling is a Gentile custom and therefore one should not whistle. Recently someone also told me that according to the Zohar whistling draws down many evil spirits and therefore is forbidden to be done. Can you please clarify the […]
Shulchan Aruch Michaber & Rama-Summary: Chapter 48: Parshas Hatamid, Musaf, Shuckling
Chapter 48: Parshas Hatamid, Musaf, Shuckling Halacha 1: Tamid, Musaf, Maaracha Parshas Hatamid: [Each day] Parshas Hatamid is to be recited. Seder Maaracha: Some also recite the Seder Maaracha, and Ribon Haolamim. Minyan versus alone: If it is not possible to recite all of the above together with a Minyan, […]
Likkutei Sichos-Kedoshim-Sanctifying oneself with the permitted-Its importance in connection to the future redemption
This Sicha is an excerpt from our Sefer Click here to buy Parshas Kedoshim Sanctifying oneself with the permitted-Its importance & connection to the future redemption (Based on Likkutei Sichos Kedoshim Vol. 1 Sicha 1) In this week’s Parsha, Parshas Kedoshim, we are commanded with the Mitzvah of “Kedoshim Tihiyu/Be Holy[1].” Some […]
From the Rav’s Desk: When is a convert to celebrate his birthday?
Question: [Wednesday, 18th Teves, 5782] I am a convert and was recently told by someone that I should not be celebrating my birthday and birthday customs on my actual birthday but rather on the day that I converted. Is this correct? Answer: Indeed, the Rebbe was addressed this very […]
From the Rav’s Desk: When is a convert to celebrate his birthday?
Question: [Wednesday, 18th Teves, 5782] I am a convert and was recently told by someone that I should not be celebrating my birthday and birthday customs on my actual birthday but rather on the day that I converted. Is this correct? Answer: Indeed, the Rebbe was addressed this very […]
Walking or standing between two dogs, two palm trees, two pigs, and two snakes, or two people walking with them in between
Walking or standing between two dogs, two palm trees, two pigs, and two snakes, or two people walking or standing with them in between:[1] [The Talmud[2] lists a number of “in between” walking or standing restrictions, in which one may not allow a certain item to be between two people […]
Walking or standing between two dogs, two palm trees, two pigs, and two snakes, or two people walking with them in between
Walking or standing between two dogs, two palm trees, two pigs, and two snakes, or two people walking or standing with them in between:[1] [The Talmud[2] lists a number of “in between” walking or standing restrictions, in which one may not allow a certain item to be between two people […]
2. Placing/Returning food onto a Kirah oven whose coals have been covered
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 2. Placing/Returning food onto a Kirah oven whose coals have been covered: A. The following 6 conditions are required to be allowed to return a pot onto a Kirah oven on Shabbos: Condition 1-Fueled with twigs or is Gerufah […]
Shulchan Aruch Michaber & Rama-Summary: Chapter 46: Birchas Hashachar
Chapter 46: Birchas Hashachar Halacha 1: The blessings of Birchas Hashachar and the actions that they are said for[1] Awaking from sleep: When one awakens from sleep he is to say Elokai Neshamah. Rooster crowing: When he hears a rooster crow, he should recite the blessing HaNosen LaSechvi Binah. Getting […]
Shulchan Aruch Michaber & Rama-Summary: Chapter 47: Birchas Hatorah
Chapter 47: Birchas Hatorah 14 Halachos Halacha 1: Being careful to recite Birchas Hatorah[1] One must be very careful to recite the blessings over Torah study. Halacha 2: Before what subjects of learning must it be recited[2] Birchas Hatorah must be said prior to learning Scripture, Mishnah, or Talmud. It […]
Melachim 1/Kings 1-Chapter 19: Eliyahu flees to Mt Chorev
Chapter 19: Eliyahu flees to Mt Chorev 1. Eliahu flees for his life from Izevel: Achav informed [his wife] Izevel of all that Eliyahu had done [one Mt. Carmel[1]], and that he had slain all of the prophets [of Baal] Izevel threatens Eliyahu: Izevel sent a messenger with a threatening […]
Rambam Summaries-Sefer Avoda-Hilchos Beis Habechira-Chapter 1: The Temple
Chapter 1: The Temple Halacha 1: The Mitzvah to build a Temple The Mitzvah and its purpose: It is a positive commandment to construct a House for God for a) the sake of offering sacrifices and b) for the Jewish people to visit it three times a year to celebrate […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Learning Torah when Nittel falls on Friday night
Question: [Tuesday, 17th Teves 5782] Does the custom of not learning Torah on the night of Nittel apply also this year when the night of the 25th of December falls on Friday night? If it does, then what do we do by the Shabbos table and may a Devar Torah […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Learning Torah when Nittel falls on Friday night
Question: [Tuesday, 17th Teves 5782] Does the custom of not learning Torah on the night of Nittel apply also this year when the night of the 25th of December falls on Friday night? If it does, then what do we do by the Shabbos table and may a Devar Torah […]
Using same knife sharpener for meat and dairy knives
Using the same Knife sharpener for meat and dairy knifes:[1] It is permitted to use the same knife sharpener for sharpening both dairy, meat and Pareve knives.[2] This applies whether the sharpener is made of metal, stone, and applies to both a hand and electric sharpener. Prior to sharpening the […]
Using same knife sharpener for meat and dairy knives
Using the same Knife sharpener for meat and dairy knifes:[1] It is permitted to use the same knife sharpener for sharpening both dairy, meat and Pareve knives.[2] This applies whether the sharpener is made of metal, stone, and applies to both a hand and electric sharpener. Prior to sharpening the […]
From the Rav’s Desk: One who had a dream of a Sefer Torah falling to the ground
Question: [Monday 16th Teves 5782] I had a very strange dream on Friday night, by Shabbos Hanukkah. In my dream I dreamt about the three Sifrei Torah being brought out, and that I was given the second Sefer Torah to hold. The third one was given to another individual and […]
From the Rav’s Desk: One who had a dream of a Sefer Torah falling to the ground
Question: [Monday 16th Teves 5782] I had a very strange dream on Friday night, by Shabbos Hanukkah. In my dream I dreamt about the three Sifrei Torah being brought out, and that I was given the second Sefer Torah to hold. The third one was given to another individual and […]
Forgot to recite Birchas Hashachar before Shacharis-Part 2-Birchas Hatorah
Reciting Birchas Hatorah after Davening if one forgot to say it beforehand:[1] A. Background-Does Ahavas Olam take the place of Birchas Hatorah: The connection between Ahavas Olam and Birchas Hatorah:[2] The blessing of Ahava Raba, or Ahavas Olam [depending on one’s Nussach] contains similar statements to those recited in Birchas […]
Forgot to recite Birchas Hashachar before Shacharis-Part 2-Birchas Hatorah
Reciting Birchas Hatorah after Davening if one forgot to say it beforehand:[1] A. Background-Does Ahavas Olam take the place of Birchas Hatorah: The connection between Ahavas Olam and Birchas Hatorah:[2] The blessing of Ahava Raba, or Ahavas Olam [depending on one’s Nussach] contains similar statements to those recited in Birchas […]
Chanukah Halacha-Chapter 5: Zos Chanukah-The last day of Chanukah
Buy Now WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Email Chapter 5: Zos Chanukah-The last day of Chanukah This chapter is a compilation of laws relating to Zos Chanukah that have been gathered from all the chapters of the book. Further details of the particular laws can be found in their main subject […]
Melachim 1/Kings 1 Chapter 18: The drought and showdown by Mt. Carmel with Aliyahu, Achav, and the Baal
1. Hashem tells Eliyahu to tell Achav that he will provide rain After many days, in the third year [of drought[1]], Hashem told Eliyahu to go and appear to Achav and tell him that “I will give rain upon the earth.” So, Eliyahu went to appear before Achav. Now the […]
From the Rav’s Desk: May one sleep with shoes under his bed
Question: [Sunday, 15th Teves, 5782] I have heard that there is a problem to sleep with your shoes under your bed, is this correct? Answer: There is no issue with sleeping with shoes under one’s bed, and on the contrary, so was traditionally done as evident from Shulchan Aruch […]
From the Rav’s Desk: May one sleep with shoes under his bed
Question: [Sunday, 15th Teves, 5782] I have heard that there is a problem to sleep with your shoes under your bed, is this correct? Answer: There is no issue with sleeping with shoes under one’s bed, and on the contrary, so was traditionally done as evident from Shulchan Aruch […]
Forgot to recite Birchas Hashachar before Shacharis-Part 1
May the morning blessings be said after Shacharis if one forgot to say them beforehand? A. The general rule:[1] If one davened Shacharis prior to reciting the morning blessings he is to recite all[2] the morning blessings after davening [with exception to the blessings to be discussed below which are […]
