Are children obligated to recite the Shema?[1] Below age of Chinuch:[2] A child who is below the age of Chinuch is exempt from reciting Keiras Shema [by night and day].[3] Above age of Chinuch: A son who has reached the age of Chinuch is obligated in Shema [of both morning […]
How to hold the bread of Lechem Mishneh when saying Hamotzi on Shabbos and Yom Tov?
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Which blessing is said first-Shehechiyanu or the blessing over the fruit?[1] One who eats a new fruit which requires the recital of Shehechiyanu, is to first say the blessing of Shehechiyanu and only afterwards recite the blessing of Haeitz or Hadama.[2] [However, if one forgot and first said the blessing […]
Which blessing is said first-Shehechiyanu or the blessing over the fruit?
Which blessing is said first-Shehechiyanu or the blessing over the fruit?[1] One who eats a new fruit which requires the recital of Shehechiyanu, is to first say the blessing of Shehechiyanu and only afterwards recite the blessing of Haeitz or Hadama.[2] [However, if one forgot and first said the blessing […]
The purpose of our existence in the eyes of the Ramban
The purpose of our existence in the eyes of the Ramban:[1] The intent of all the Mitzvos is to believe in G-d and give thanks to Him for creating us. This is the entire purpose of creation, as there is no other reason for the original creation. The only desire […]
The Mitzvah of a Chasan to rejoice with the Kallah after the wedding
Simcha-Rejoicing the Kallah:[1] A. The obligation of Simcha: The laws of Simcha refer to the obligation of the Chasan to rejoice his wife after the marriage takes place. This Mitzvah of rejoicing one’s wife includes spending time with her in festive meals, and not doing Melacha or going to one’s […]
Must one immerse electric appliances?
Must one immerse electric appliances?[1] Electrical appliances which are used to cook food, and come in direct contact with food, are obligated in immersion in a Mikveh with a blessing. This includes toasters[2], sandwich makers, water urns and the like. How to immerse and avoid damage: One is to immerse […]
Which blessing should one precede-Hadama or Haeitz
Which blessing should one precede-Hadama or Haeitz?[1] For example: One plans to eat a snack of a date and potato chips, which are both sitting on the table in front of him. Which blessing should one precede; the Haeitz on the fruit, or the Hadama on the potatoes? If one […]
Basi Legani-The Avoda of Iskafya and Ishapcha
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The Mitzvah to have a Rebbe-Attaching to Talmidei Chachamim
The Mitzvah to have a Rebbe-Attaching to Talmidei Chachamim:[1] It is a positive command in the Torah [listed as one of the 613 Mitzvos[2]] to attach to those people who have knowledge of Hashem and His Torah.[3] One is unable to properly attach to Hashem and the Shechina without the […]
