Does placing a hand on one’s head suffice in place of a Yarmulke? It is forbidden for men to sit, walk[1] or say a blessing[2] without a head covering. The following will discuss whether placing a hand on one’s hand is considered a valid head covering in a situation that […]
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Making tea on Shabbos
Making tea on Shabbos: A. The general rule of Keli Rishon/Sheiyni/Shelishi: It is Biblically forbidden to place uncooked foods into a Yad Soledes[1] [110 Fahrenheit or 45 Celsius[2]] Keli Rishon[3], Iruiy Keli Rishon[4], or very hot Keli Sheiyni[5], on Shabbos. Certain uncooked foods, however, such as spices[6] and liquids[7], may […]
Compilation 4-Making tea on Shabbos:
Making tea on Shabbos: A. The general rule of Keli Rishon/Sheiyni/Shelishi: It is Biblically forbidden to place uncooked foods into a Yad Soledes[1] [110 Fahrenheit or 45 Celsius[2]] Keli Rishon[3], Iruiy Keli Rishon[4], or very hot Keli Sheiyni[5], on Shabbos. Certain uncooked foods, however, such as spices[6] and liquids[7], may […]
Is a signed document legally binding if one was unaware of its content?
Is a signed document legally binding if one was unaware of its content?[1] Example 1: One signed a collage of bank documents affirming a loan, mortgage, bank account, or other matter of the like. Naturally, one did not take the time to read the fine print spread across all 50 […]
Is a signed document legally binding if one was unaware of its content?
Is a signed document legally binding if one was unaware of its content?[1] Example 1: One signed a collage of bank documents affirming a loan, mortgage, bank account, or other matter of the like. Naturally, one did not take the time to read the fine print spread across all 50 […]
May a man and a group of women be alone together?
May a man and a group of women be alone together?[1] *Important note: There are several circumstances that can break a Yichud prohibition between a man and women, such as a Shomer, child, wife/husband in area. Pesach Pasuach to public, etc. The following law does not come to negate any […]
May a man and a group of women be alone together?
May a man and a group of women be alone together?[1] *Important note: There are several circumstances that can break a Yichud prohibition between a man and women, such as a Shomer, child, wife/husband in area. Pesach Pasuach to public, etc. The following law does not come to negate any […]
May a child be trusted to immerse a vessel?
May a child be trusted to immerse a vessel?[1] A child [who is below Bar/Bas Mitzvah] may not be trusted [alone] to immerse a vessel in the Mikveh.[2] However, if the child immerses the vessel in the presence [and under the supervision] of an adult [male or female above Bar/Bas […]
May a child be trusted to immerse a vessel?
May a child be trusted to immerse a vessel?[1] A child [who is below Bar/Bas Mitzvah] may not be trusted [alone] to immerse a vessel in the Mikveh.[2] However, if the child immerses the vessel in the presence [and under the supervision] of an adult [male or female above Bar/Bas […]