Taanis Esther-A Yom Segula: The Kav Hayashar[1] writes that on Taanis Esther the gates of mercy are open, and it is hence an auspicious time for Hashem to accept one’s prayers. On this day one should recite psalm 22, which was recited in reference to Esther[2], and then supplicate […]
Rabbinical sins
Rabbinical sins:[1] One who transgresses even a light Rabbinical prohibition is separated from G-d for that very moment of the sin, just like by actual idolatry. ___________________________ [1] Tanya Chapter 25 Bookmark
Can do Teshuvah even for sins that he did with intent to do Teshuvah
One can do Teshuvah even for sins that he did with intent to do Teshuvah:[1] It is possible for one to do Teshuvah even for those sins on which the Sages state “Ein Maspikin Beyado Lasos Teshuvah”, such as one who sins with intent to do Teshuvah. The meaning of […]
Answering Amen is in one aspect even greater than saying the blessing
The greatness-Answering Amen is in one aspect even greater than saying the blessing:[1] Whoever answers Amen is [in one aspect[2]] even greater than the person who said the blessing.[3] Accordingly, we rule that whoever stole a Mitzvah and its blessing from another, a fine is not given if the “owner” […]
One can arouse his hidden love at any moment
One can arouse his hidden love at any moment:[1] At any time and at any moment a person has the ability and choice to arouse love for Hashem which is hidden inside his heart. One has the choice to banish the spirit of folly that clouds his emotions and mind […]
May a gentile castrate an animal or human
Is a gentile prohibited from castrating a human/animal as part of the Nohadite laws? This matter is disputed in the Talmud[1] and Poskim. Some Poskim[2] rule that gentiles are not prohibited against castrating. Other Poskim[3] rule that gentiles are prohibited against castrating. Practically, one is to be stringent like the […]
Concentrating on the Amen of the answers
Concentrating on the Amen of the answers: Some Poskim[1] rule that one who says a blessing is to concentrate on the Amen said by the people who heard the blessing.[2] Other Poskim[3] however rule that it is not necessary to do so.[4] Practically, Admur rules like the former opinion[5], and […]
Saying the blessings over the Torah out loud
Saying the blessings over the Torah out loud:[1] One is to say Barchu and the blessings out loud. One who says it quietly is making a mistake.[2] [One who says it quietly is consider to be stealing the Mitzvos from the public.[3]] It is to be said loud enough for […]
Personal prayers-Praying in distress:
Listen to Audio Personal prayers-Praying in distress: A. The Mitzvah:[1] [According to all Poskim[2]] it is a Biblical command to Daven to Hashem in a time of need, when one is in a state of distress and requires Divine assistance. [Furthermore, this is the main intent of prayer, to pray […]
The proper blessing when eating a lemon
Blessing on lemons:[1] Lemons that are only mildly sour and are thus edible receive the blessing of Shehakol.[2] Lemons that are very sour to the point of inedibility do not receive a blessing at all prior to consumption.[3] Lemon peel:[4] The peel of a lemon which is edible receives the […]
