Writing, text messaging, Whatsapping, during Davening:\ Introduction: It is forbidden to talk during Davening, once one has begun Baruch Sheamar, until after Shemoneh Esrei.[1] The question is asked regarding the status of writing, and if it is likewise forbidden to write, or send text messages, during Davening, just as it […]
The secret behind the speech of birds and its power to relate the future
The speech of birds: The concept of birds talking, and relating messages from on high is discussed in many areas of Jewish literature.[1] It has been testified of King Shlomo, the Arizal, and the Baal Shem Tov[2], that they had knowledge of this speech, and understood the messages of the […]
May one pay for an Aliyah, or other Kibud, using Maaser money?
May one pay for an Aliyah, or other Kibud, using Maaser money:[1] It is permitted to use Maaser money to pay for a Kibbud [i.e. Aliya, Pesicha, Hagba, etc] that was purchased in Shul, if one had intent to do so upon purchasing it.[2] If, however one did not have […]
Until what age may girls be present in the men’s side of the shul?
Until what age may girls be present in the men’s side of the shul? Some[1] write that one is to abstain girls from being present in the men’s section beginning from age three and onwards, even if they are dressed modestly. The Rebbe however writes that the prevalent custom [Maaseh […]
Why we have a greater appetite on Shabbos
Why we have a greater appetite on Shabbos:[1] On Shabbos, the extra soul which a person merits causes him to have a much greater appetite than he normally has during the week. This extra soul is a revelation of G-d within the person and causes him to desire to eat […]
With which foot is one to take three steps back after Shemoneh Esrei?
With which foot is one to take three steps back after Shemoneh Esrei?[1] When one takes three steps back after Shemoneh Esrei, he is to begin with his left foot.[2] A lefty:[3] One who his is left footed[4] is to begin with his right foot when he takes three steps […]
One concluded with “Shomer Es Amo Yisrael La’ad” instead of “Upros Sukas Shalom” on Friday night or Yom Tov?
What is the law if one concluded with “Shomer Es Amo Yisrael La’ad” instead of “Upros Sukas Shalom” on Friday night or Yom Tov? If he remembered within Kdei Dibbur, he is to recite the correct conclusion of Upros Aleinu.[1] If he did not remember within enough time, he nevertheless […]
Parshas Vayeira-Summary of the Parsha
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy now on Amazon.com Parshas Vayeira Pesukim: 147 [Siman:אמנון ] Haftorah: Melachim 2 4:1-37[1] Number of Mitzvos: There are no Positive or Negative commands mentioned in Parshas Vayeira. Rishon Avraham receives guests: Avraham sat in the opening of the tent in […]
Likkutei Sichos-Parshas Lech Lecha-The divine providence found even in sin-Turning your failures and shortcomings into your ladder of growth
This Sicha is an excerpt from our Sefer Click here to buy Izbitz, Carlabach, and the Lubavitcher Rebbe on the paradox of Divine providence regarding sins. Explained and analyzed. In this lesson, the question of Hashgacha Pratis versus Bechira Chafshis is discussed. Does a person have free choice to choose […]
May one eat or drink after candle lighting?
May one eat or drink after candle lighting? Some Poskim[1] rule it is permitted to eat or drink after candle lighting until Tzeis Hakochavim. Other Poskim[2] rule it is forbidden to eat or drink anything after candle lighting. Nonetheless, if one is very thirsty, and is afraid to delay lighting […]
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