Watering plants on Chol Hamoed:[1] It is permitted to water plants on Chol Hamoed for purposes of damage prevention, such as to prevent the plants from withering if they were to not be watered. It is, however, forbidden to water plants if there will be no loss or damage involved […]
The status of an Arava with fallen leaves
The status of an Arava if its leaves fell off:[1] Bedieved-Letter of law: If majority of the Arava leaves fell off. the Arava is Pasul.[2] One must be very careful regarding this matter, as it occurs that upon inserting the Aravos into the [binding of the] Lulav, and likewise upon […]
Is the blessing of Leisheiv Basukkah said before or after the blessing over food?
New! Source sheet included in end of article Is the blessing of Leisheiv Basukkah said before or after the blessing over food?[1] From the letter of the law, it would be deemed proper for the blessing of Leisheiv Basukkah to be recited prior to the blessing of Hamotzi [or Mezonos].[2] […]
Is the blessing of Leisheiv Basukkah said before or after the blessing over food?
New! Source sheet included in end of article Is the blessing of Leisheiv Basukkah said before or after the blessing over food?[1] From the letter of the law, it would be deemed proper for the blessing of Leisheiv Basukkah to be recited prior to the blessing of Hamotzi [or Mezonos].[2] […]
May Selichos be recited in English or other language?
May Selichos be recited in English or other language?[1] When saying Selichos in private: One is to be particular to say Selichos in Lashon Hakodesh if he [is fluent in the language and] understands what he is saying.[2] If, however, he does not understand Lashon Hakodesh, he is to say […]
May one join Selichos through a Telephone, radio, live video/audio internet hookup?
May one join Selichos through a Telephone, radio, live video/audio internet hookup?[1] If one is unable to join the saying up Selichos with an actual Minyan, then he can join through a live hookup, such as through the telephone, radio, or internet. nonetheless there is debate as to the value […]
Laws of Erev Sukkos and Leisheiv Basukkah
Checklist for Erev Sukkos Charity Cut hair and nails No eating past 10th Bind Lulav Verify validity of Sukkah Erev Sukkos: Increase in Tzedakah on Erev Sukkos. Bake Challahs for Yom Tov in the honor of Yom Tov. Cut the nails on Erev Sukkos in honor of Yom Tov. Get […]
The intention that one must have upon dwelling in the Sukkah
The Kavana when dwelling in the Sukkah: The reason behind the Mitzvah of Sukkah:[1] The verse[2] states that the reason Hashem commanded us to dwell in a Sukkah for seven days is in order so our future generations remember that G-d settled the Jewish people in Sukkos when he took […]
The form of Teshuvah designated for today’s generation-Teshuvah with Simcha-Audio Shiur
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Paying for the four species before the holiday
Paying for the four species before the holiday:[1] Some Poskim[2] rule that one is required to pay for the four species before the Sukkos holiday, in order for the four species to be considered completely his from a Biblical perspective.[3] [If one cannot afford to pay the full sum prior […]
Paying for the four species before the holiday
Paying for the four species before the holiday:[1] Some Poskim[2] rule that one is required to pay for the four species before the Sukkos holiday, in order for the four species to be considered completely his from a Biblical perspective.[3] [If one cannot afford to pay the full sum prior […]
Daled Minim Purchasing Guide
The Lulav The identity of the Lulav: The canary palm: Use of the canary palm Lulav is under debate in the Poskim as to its validity and it is thus not to be used. How to identify a canary: 1. The spine of the canary palm bends when held. […]
Malkus on Erev Yom Kippur
Malkus-Lashes:[1] When?[2] It is customary to receive 39 lashes on Erev Yom Kippur[3] [after midday] prior to going to Mikveh[4], prior to Mincha.[5] Why?[6] Although Malkus is no longer affective in today’s times due to lack of judges that have Semicha and due to lack of Hasara[7], nevertheless the custom […]
Covering the blood of the Chicken by Kaparos
Covering the blood of the Chicken by Kaparos:[1] It is a Mitzvah for the Shochet to cover the blood of slaughtered fowl with earth or straw.[2] It is nevertheless permitted for the Shochet to honor the owner of the chicken to do so in his place.[3] Earth or straw is […]
Covering the blood of the Chicken by Kaparos
Covering the blood of the Chicken by Kaparos:[1] It is a Mitzvah for the Shochet to cover the blood of slaughtered fowl with earth or straw.[2] It is nevertheless permitted for the Shochet to honor the owner of the chicken to do so in his place.[3] Earth or straw is […]
Confession Prayer of Erev Yom Kippur and Yom Kippur
The Confession Prayer:[1] The obligation:[2] It is an obligation to say the confession prayer on Yom Kippur being that it is a day of atonement and forgiveness[3] [and whenever we receive atonement, a confession prayer is said].[4] [Likewise, there is an obligation to perform Teshuvah on Yom Kippur, and whenever […]
Is one obligated to build a Sukkah far from his home if he has no room in or near his property to do so, and there are no neighboring Sukkos available in which he can eat in?
Is one obligated to build a Sukkah far from his home if he has no room in or near his property to do so, and there are no neighboring Sukkos available in which he can eat in? One who does not have room in his property to build a Sukkah […]
Is a Shul required to build a Sukkah?
Is a Shul required to build a Sukkah?[1] It is customary for a Shul to have a Sukkah built near the premises of the Shul for the sake of guests to eat in it during Sukkos. [However, individuals who live in the city are not to rely on the Shul’s […]
Must one build his own Sukkah or can he share it with others?
Is everyone to have their own Sukkah?[1] From the letter of the law, there is no obligation for one to build his own Sukkah, if he has a neighbors Sukkah or publicly shared Sukkah available, in which he can dwell in throughout the duration of Sukkos. Nonetheless, if feasible, it […]
Why is a blessing not recited upon building the Sukkah?
1. The Mitzvah of building a Sukkah:[1] It is a command in the Torah to dwell in a Sukkah throughout the seven days of the Sukkos Holiday. As a result of this command, we are required to build a Sukkah prior to Sukkos in order to fulfill the command when […]
The Mitzvah of building a Sukkah: Obligation, Reason, Blessing
1. The Mitzvah of building a Sukkah:[1] It is a command in the Torah to dwell in a Sukkah throughout the seven days of the Sukkos Holiday. As a result of this command, we are required to build a Sukkah prior to Sukkos in order to fulfill the command when […]
Forgot to recite Ritzei on Shabbos and the law by Shabbos Shuva:
Forgot to recite Ritzei on Shabbos: On Shabbos, one is required to mention the day of Shabbos [i.e. Ritzei] within Birchas Hamazon.[1] If one forgot to mention Ritzei in the Birchas Hamazon of the Friday night meal or the first Shabbos day meal[2], and only remembered after he already began […]
General fast day checklist & Summary
General laws: One must be especially careful to avoid anger on a fast day The fast begins at Alos Hashachar, which is approximately two fluctuating hours prior to sunrise. Children are not to be given sweets and the like although one is not required to stop them from eating it […]
Motzei Rosh Hashanah-Havdalah
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me here or on Amazon.com Motzei R”H: A. Shemoneh Esrei: In Shemoneh Esrei one must remember to add the following statements: Zachreinu; Mi Kamocha; Hamelech Hakadosh; Hamelech Hamishpat; Ukesov; Ubesefer, Oseh Hashalom. For further details on the laws relating to Shemoneh […]
The Mitzvah of hearing Shofar-The number of blows needed to be heard
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me here or on Amazon.com The amount of blows needed to be heard: The Biblical requirement:[1] According to Biblical law, one is only is required to hear nine blows, which is made up of three sets of a Tekiah-Teruah-Tekiah [תר”ת תר”ת תר”ת].[2] With the […]
The Simanim that are eaten on Rosh Hashanah
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me here or on Amazon.com The Simanim-Foods of significance that are eaten on Rosh Hashanah:[1] One should be accustomed to eat[2] the following foods on Rosh Hashanah: Karti [Leek][3] Silka/Tradin [Beets][4] Tamri [Dates][5] Kara [Squash][6] Rubya/Tilsan:[7] The Rubya, which refers to […]
May one eat on Rosh Hashanah before hearing Shofar
May one eat prior to Shacharis?[1] It is forbidden to eat a meal prior to hearing Shofar.[2] [Even those which generally eat before prayer during the year so they have strength to pray, may not eat a meal prior to hearing Shofar on Rosh Hashanah.[3] This applies equally to both […]
Reciting the 13 attributes of mercy without a Minyan in the Torah reading tune
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me here or on Amazon.com May one recite the 13 attributes of mercy to himself in the Torah reading tune? If one is saying Selichos without a Minyan, he is to omit the 13 attributes of mercy.[1] It is permitted to recite the thirteen […]
The Mitzvah of Kerias Hatorah-Who established it & Why
Today’s Halacha is an excerpt from our soon to be Published Sefer To purchase dedication pages and help support our work see here The Mitzvah of Kerias Hatorah-Who established it & Why?[1] Moshe Rabbeinu established for the Jewish people that they are to read from the Torah scroll on Shabbos, […]
The Mitzvah of Kerias Hatorah-Who established it & Why
The Mitzvah of Kerias Hatorah-Who established it & Why?[1] Moshe Rabbeinu established for the Jewish people that they are to read from the Torah scroll on Shabbos, Yom Tov, Yom Kippur, Rosh Chodesh, Chol Hamoed, and Monday’s and Thursday’s. [This reading is of Rabbinical status.[2]] Ezra established for the Torah […]
Who is a Jew-Determining Jewish identity
This Halacha is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy Now Who is a Jew-Determining Jewish identity in cases of question and doubt: According to Jewish law, a person is only determined to be a Jew [i.e. to contain a G-dly soul, be obligated in the Torah and Mitzvos, and be […]
Gentiles learning Torah-May one teach Torah to a gentile
May one teach Torah to gentiles?[1] It is [Biblically[2]] forbidden for a gentile to learn Torah, and a gentile who does so is liable for death [in the hands of heaven[3]].[4] It is likewise forbidden to teach a gentile Torah.[5] One who does so, transgresses a positive command[6], and possibly […]
Should one stand during Chazaras Hashatz?
This Halacha is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy here Standing for Chazaras Hashatz:[1] Some Poskim[2] rule the entire congregation is to stand throughout Chazaras Hashatz.[3] [Many Poskim[4] conclude that one is to follow this opinion. Some Poskim[5], however, rule that one need not heed by this opinion and may […]
What is to be done if a Sefer Torah fell to the floor Chas Veshalom?
The law if the Sefer Torah fell Chas Veshalom:[1] In the event that a Sefer Torah ch”v fell on the floor, the custom of the world is to fast. This applies even if it fell with its covering. [This applies even by a Pasul Sefer Torah.[2] This applies even if […]
Forgiving a loan
This Halacha is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy Now May one forgive a loan without telling the borrower? A. Introduction: If one loaned someone money and has yet to be paid back, often the lender who sympathizes with the borrower’s predicament, desires to simply forgive him the loan. The […]
May one place an open Sefer upside down on its face, such as for a place holder
May one place an open Sefer upside down on its face, such as for a place holder?[1] It is forbidden to turn a Sefer[2] over onto its front [open] part. If one found a Sefer in such a position, he is to turn it over. [Unfortunately, many people are not […]
May one place an open Sefer upside down on its face, such as for a place holder
May one place an open Sefer upside down on its face, such as for a place holder?[1] It is forbidden to turn a Sefer[2] over onto its front [open] part. If one found a Sefer in such a position, he is to turn it over. [Unfortunately, many people are not […]
Verifying the Kashrus of the squareness of the sewing of your Batim
* This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer Shop Now *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. WhatsApp Facebook Twitter Telegram Sponsor an Article https://vimeo.com/358573163 Verifying the Kashrus of the squareness of the sewing of your Batim:[1] Background of the law of squareness:[2] It is a […]
The squareness of the Tefillin: The requirement areas, measurement, and cases of damage
The squareness of the Tefillin:[1] It is a Halacha from Moshe on Sinai that the Tefillin must be square. This applies to both the head and arm Tefillin. Thus, if the Tefillin is not square, it is invalid.[2] [Nonetheless, there is discussion amongst the Poskim as to the exact definition […]
The prayer of Berich Shmei-Its greatness, and detailed laws
Reciting Brich Shmei:[1] When the Aron is opened, one recites Vayehi Binsoa Haron, and the Zoharic[2] prayer of Brich Shmei. On which days is it said?[3] Some Poskim[4] write that the prayer of Berich Shmei is only to be said by Mincha of Shabbos. Other Poskim[5] rule it is to […]
The prayer of Berich Shmei-Its greatness, and detailed laws
Reciting Brich Shmei:[1] When the Aron is opened, one recites Vayehi Binsoa Haron, and the Zoharic[2] prayer of Brich Shmei. On which days is it said?[3] Some Poskim[4] write that the prayer of Berich Shmei is only to be said by Mincha of Shabbos. Other Poskim[5] rule it is to […]
Machatzis Hashekel
* This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article Machatzis Hashekel-The Half Shekel:[1] Some[2] opinions rule that before Purim […]
Giving Maaser money to relatives
Giving Maaser money to relatives?[1] Tzedaka money and Maaser funds, is not only permitted to be distributed to poor relatives, but one is even required to precede a relative in need over other paupers. This includes one’s parents, one’s older[2] children, one’s brothers, and any other relative.[3] If one can […]
Guidelines to be followed when sending Tefillin and Mezuzos for checking
Directives to be followed when sending Tefillin for checking:[1] Verify the person is a certified Magiah. [Not every Sofer is certified to also be a Magiah.] It is advisable to have the Tefillin checked annually by different Magihim, rather than to use the same one each year.[2] Verify that the […]
Must one tithe [Teruma and Maaser in Eretz Yisrael] produce of Hefker [no owner]?
Hefker produce: Is Hefeker produce exempt from Teruma and Maaser?[1] All produce which did not have any ownership upon growth [i.e. was Hefker] is exempt from Teruma Umaaser. [Thus, fruits and vegetables which grew on an ownerless/Hefker tree or plant are exempt from Teruma and Maaser. This applies whether one […]
Turning one’s face around when the congregation is praying Shemoneh Esrei
Turning one’s face around when the congregation is praying Shemoneh Esrei:[1] An individual who prayed together with the congregation and completed his Shemoneh Esrei prior to the congregation, does not have permission to turn his face around, to face the congregation [who is standing behind him[2]], until the Chazan completes […]
Summary of Hilchos Shabbos Chapter 248: Traveling by Ship, train, plane over Shabbos
Chapter 248: Traveling by Ship over Shabbos 1. Traveling on a ship from before Shabbos including Shabbos: There are many possible Shabbos prohibitions that can be involved in traveling on a ship over Shabbos. This includes the following: Loss of Oneg Shabbos: One who travels on ship within 3 days […]
May one who has a headache, foot pain, back pain, and the like, take medicine, such as a pain killer, on Shabbos?
May one who has a localized pain, such as a headache, foot pain, back pain, and the like, take a pain killer on Shabbos? *Important note: This Halacha is dealing with the very specific case of taking pain killers for a non-lethal localized pain. It does not refer to illnesses, […]
Compilation-May one who has a localized pain, such as a headache, foot pain, back pain, and the like, take a pain killer on Shabbos?
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here Compilation-May one who has a localized pain, such as a headache, foot pain, back pain, and the like, take a pain killer on Shabbos? *Important note: This Halacha is dealing with the very specific case of taking pain killers […]
May one eat food that was made/served in a vessel that was not Toiveled?
If one used a vessel without Tevila is the food permitted?[1] If one used a vessel without immersing it in a Mikveh prior to its use, the food nevertheless remains permitted. Nevertheless, the requirement to immerse the vessel still remains and one is to do so prior to using it […]
What is the law if one found insects in food, may he still eat it after their removal?
What is the law if one found insects in food, may he still eat it after their removal?[1] The general rule:[2] If one found three[3] insects within a food product, such as within a bag of rice, then it is assumed that the food is infested and it is hence […]
What is the law if one found insects in food, may he still eat it after their removal?
What is the law if one found insects in food, may he still eat it after their removal?[1] The general rule:[2] If one found three[3] insects within a food product, such as within a bag of rice, then it is assumed that the food is infested and it is hence […]
What is the proper Nussach to say in Birchas Hamazon: Harachaman Hu Yishbor Ol Galus Meial Tzavareinu or Ol HaGoyim Meial Tzavareinu?
What is the proper Nussach to say in Birchas Hamazon: Harachaman Hu Yishbor Ol Galus Meial Tzavareinu or Ol HaGoyim Meial Tzavareinu?[1] In the Harachaman’s that are recited in Birchas Hamazon, some Siddurim[2] and Benchers contain the Nussach of Ol Galus Meial Tzavareinu. Other Siddurim[3] and Benchers contain the Nussach […]
What is the proper Nussach to say in Birchas Hamazon: Harachaman Hu Yishbor Ol Galus Meial Tzavareinu or Ol HaGoyim Meial Tzavareinu?
What is the proper Nussach to say in Birchas Hamazon: Harachaman Hu Yishbor Ol Galus Meial Tzavareinu or Ol HaGoyim Meial Tzavareinu?[1] In the Harachaman’s that are recited in Birchas Hamazon, some Siddurim[2] and Benchers contain the Nussach of Ol Galus Meial Tzavareinu. Other Siddurim[3] and Benchers contain the Nussach […]
How to travel with a Sefer Torah from one city to another
How to travel with a Sefer Torah from one city to another:[1] When sending a Sefer Torah from one city to another, many are accustomed to invalidating the Sefer Torah by removing the stitching of one of the parchments, and it is then resewn in the new destination. [Practically, this […]
What is one to do if he does not remember if he recited Birchas Hamazon?
What is one to do if he does not remember if he recited Birchas Hamazon?[1] [A man[2]] who is unsure if he already recited Birchas Hamazon or not, then if he ate to the point of satiation[3] [i.e. he is full from the meal, and drank liquid during it-See Q&A], […]
What is one to do if he does not remember if he recited Birchas Hamazon?
What is one to do if he does not remember if he recited Birchas Hamazon?[1] [A man[2]] who is unsure if he already recited Birchas Hamazon or not, then if he ate to the point of satiation[3] [i.e. he is full from the meal, and drank liquid during it-See Q&A], […]
Blessing on Gluten-What blessing is a said on a food that contains gluten?
This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Donate Buy in Paperback or Kindle Purchase on our website Brachos Learning Course – Semicha WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article What blessing is a said on a food that contains […]
Sefer Shoftim-Chapter 13: The birth of Shimshon the Judge
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy now on Amazon.com Chapter 13: The birth of Shimshon the Judge 1. The Jewish people return to their evil ways: The Jewish people continued to perform evil in the eyes of G-d. Forty years of servitude to the Philistines: As a […]
May one use a Tallis for a mundane purpose [i.e. scratch my head; Dry my hands; Clean my glasses]?
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy now on Amazon.com Respecting the Tallis-Restriction of usages: A. Introduction: The laws relating to the respect that must be shown to a Tallis/Tzitzis differentiates between a Kosher Tallis that can still be used for the Mitzvah, and a Tallis or […]
May one use a Tallis for a mundane purpose [i.e. scratch my head; Dry my hands; Clean my glasses]?
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy now on Amazon.com Respecting the Tallis-Restriction of usages: A. Introduction: The laws relating to the respect that must be shown to a Tallis/Tzitzis differentiates between a Kosher Tallis that can still be used for the Mitzvah, and a Tallis or […]
Making Tehina on Shabbos
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Sefer Shoftim-Chapter 11: The rule of Yiftach
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy now on Amazon.com Chapter 11: The rule of Yiftach 1. Who is Yiftach? Yiftach the Giladi was a warrior. He was the son of a harlot [i.e. concubine[1]], and the son of Gilad. Son of a harlot: The wife of Gilad […]
Sefer Shoftim-Chapter 12: Yiftach battles Efraim & The judges of the next generations
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy now on Amazon.com Chapter 12: Yiftach battles Efraim & The judges of the next generations 1. Efraim wages war against Yiftach: The tribe of Efraim threatens Yiftach, and to burn down his home: The [entire[1]] people of Efraim came to the […]
May one serve ice cubes in a serving bowl on Shabbos?
May one serve ice cubes in a serving bowl on Shabbos? It is forbidden to actively melt ice on Shabbos through crushing it and the like.[1] It is disputed whether it is permitted to inactively cause ice to melt, such as through placing it near a heat source, such as […]
Distributing charity to gentiles
This Halacha is an Excerpt from our Sefer Buy here or on Amazon.com Distributing charity to gentiles:[1] It is permitted and encouraged to distribute charity to a gentile.[2] This applies even if the charity is being given to an individual gentile or a group of gentiles without it also being distributed to Jewish […]
Ikkur Vitafel: The Bracha on Ice cream in a cone; Cereal and milk and cheese cake
What blessing is to be recited over ice cream in a cone?[1] One is to recite a blessing of Mezonos over the cone and then Shehakol over the ice cream.[2] If however one does not taste the cone at all and is simply using it to hold the ice cream […]
What blessing is to be recited over a Tortilla wrap [i.e. Taco]?
This Halacha is an Excerpt from our Sefer Buy here or on Amazon.com What blessing is to be recited over a Tortilla wrap [i.e. Taco]? Corn/maize flour tortilla: If the Tortilla is made of corn/maize flour, and does not contain any of the five grain flours[1], then its blessing is Shehakol and requires […]
Asking a Kohen to leave the Shul-In a time of need, may one forgo the Aliyos of a Kohen and Levi and give it to a Yisrael
Asking a Kohen to leave the Shul-In a time of need, may one forgo the Aliyos of a Kohen and Levi and give it to a Yisrael?[1] Some Poskim[2] rule that the Sages instituted that a Kohen and Levi cannot forgo their honor and allow a Yisrael to be called […]
Asking a Kohen to leave the Shul-In a time of need, may one forgo the Aliyos of a Kohen and Levi and give it to a Yisrael
Asking a Kohen to leave the Shul-In a time of need, may one forgo the Aliyos of a Kohen and Levi and give it to a Yisrael?[1] Some Poskim[2] rule that the Sages instituted that a Kohen and Levi cannot forgo their honor and allow a Yisrael to be called […]
May one take a male child to a women’s beach or vice versa?
This Halacha is an Excerpt from our Sefer Buy here or on Amazon.com May one take a male child to a women’s beach or vice versa? Male children in female beach: From the letter of the law, there is no prohibition for male children who are prior to reaching the […]
Wearing a wool clothing on top of a linen clothing or vice versa
Wearing a wool clothing on top of a linen clothing or vice versa:[1] It is permitted to wear a wool shirt on top of a linen shirt [or vice versa]. Tying them together:[2] It is even permitted to tie the two clothing together in a way that they cannot be […]
Havdalah on Motzei Shabbos
This Halacha is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me here or on Amazon.com 1. Havdala Motzei Shabbos Tishe Beav:[1] Havdala over wine is not recited on Motzei Shabbos, it is rather recited on Sunday night. [See below for the relevant laws of Havdala on Sunday night]. Meorei Haeish: One is to recite […]
May a child be a Baal Korei?
Child: Is a child a valid Baal Korei?[1] Below Bar Mitzvah:[2] A child below the age of Bar Mitzvah is not a valid Baal Korei to read the Torah on behalf of the congregation.[3] [Thus, he may not be called up to read any of the Aliyos of Kerias Hatorah.[4] […]
May women wear jewelry on Tisha Beav?
* The article below is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Email May women wear jewelry on Tisha Beav? Some Poskim[1] rule that it […]
12. Havdala Motzei Shabbos Tishe Beav
* The article below is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Email 12. Havdala Motzei Shabbos Tishe Beav:[1] Havdala over wine is not recited […]
The laws & Customs for Tisha Beav that falls on Shabbos
* The article below is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Email https://vimeo.com/280704584?fl=pl&fe=sh Tisha B’av that falls on Sunday This chapter will mention all […]
Who needs a king: The Mitzvah of appointing a King and its purpose
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Children fasting on Tishe Beav
Children Fasting:[1] All children who are above the age of Bar or Bas Mitzvah are obligated to fast on all accustomed fast days.[2] All children who are below the age of Bar or Bas Mitzvah, are not required to fast any of the four Rabbinical fasts, including Tishe Beav.[3] […]
May the Sefer Torah be brought around the Shul, or to the women’s section, for them to kiss?
Check out our Amazon Sefarim Shop * This article is an excerpt from the above book WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article May the Sefer Torah be brought around the Shul, or to the women’s section, for them to kiss? Some communities are accustomed to bringing the Sefer Torah […]
May the Sefer Torah be brought around the Shul, or to the women’s section, for them to kiss?
Check out our Amazon Sefarim Shop * This article is an excerpt from the above book WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article May the Sefer Torah be brought around the Shul, or to the women’s section, for them to kiss? Some communities are accustomed to bringing the Sefer Torah […]
Laundering clothing of children during the nine days
This Halacha is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me here or on Amazon.com Laundering clothing of children:[1] It is forbidden for adults to launder children’s clothing starting from the week of Tisha B’av.[2] [Some Poskim[3] rule this applies even according to the Ashkenazi custom. Other Poskim[4] however rule that according to the Ashkenazi […]
Laundering clothing of children during the nine days
* The article below is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Email Laundering clothing of children:[1] It is forbidden for adults to launder children’s […]
Video Shiur-Likkutei Sichos–How was God allowed to destroy the Temple?
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Cutting nails during the three weeks and nine days
This Halacha is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me here or on Amazon.com Cutting nails:[1] One may cut nails during the three weeks, up until the week of Tisha B’av. However, during the week of Tisha B’av, one may not cut nails. [This refers to from the Motzei Shabbos prior to Tisha […]
17. Cutting nails during the nine days
* The article below is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Email 17. Cutting nails:[1] One may cut nails during the three weeks, up […]
Using a Tallis or Tefillin straps to cover the face during Tachanun
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy Here or on Amazon.com Using a Tallis or Tefillin straps to cover the face during Tachanun:[1] The custom is to cover the face with a garment upon reciting Tachanun.[2] It does not suffice to cover one’s face using his bare arm.[3] […]
What is one to do if the wrong Sefer Torah was removed from the Aron:
What is one to do if the wrong Sefer Torah was removed from the Aron: If the wrong Sefer Torah was removed from the Aron [i.e. not rolled to the right Parsha], some Poskim[1] rule that it is not to be replaced.[2] This applies even if one desires to remove […]
The shape of the Challahs
Shape of the Challahs: It is customary to form the Challahs for Shabbos as a long straight dough. This is opposed to round or square. The reason for this is because the Challahs represent the letter Vav of the Tetragrammaton.[1] Alternatively the two Challahs in the shape of a Vav […]
Buying and wearing new clothing during the three weeks and nine days
Buying and wearing new clothing during the Three Weeks and Nine Days: Buying new clothing: Between the 17th of Tammuz and Rosh Chodesh Av:[1] It is good[2] to beware not to recite Shehechiyanu over new clothing during the three weeks.[3] Accordingly, it is forbidden to buy or wear new clothing […]
What is one to do if the wrong Sefer Torah was removed from the Aron:
What is one to do if the wrong Sefer Torah was removed from the Aron: If the wrong Sefer Torah was removed from the Aron [i.e. not rolled to the right Parsha], some Poskim[1] rule that it is not to be replaced.[2] This applies even if one desires to remove […]
Buying and wearing new clothing during the three weeks and nine days
* The article below is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Email 5. Buying and wearing new clothing during the Three Weeks and Nine […]
Baking Challahs for Shabbos
Baking Challahs for Shabbos:[1] It is customary for every household to bake Challahs for Shabbos which are used for Lechem Mishneh and not to buy them at the bakery as is done during the week. This matter of baking one’s own Challah is included in the honoring of Shabbos and […]
How to hold the Sefer Torah-Right hand versus left hand
How to hold the Sefer Torah:[1] The Sefer Torah is to be held by one’s right side. This applies both to the Chazan, and to the person who removes the Torah from the ark to hand it to the Chazan. [Even one who is left-handed is to hold the Sefer […]
The importance and effects of a sanctified marital intimacy
*The article below is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Buy on Apple Books Buy on Amazon-Paperback/Kindle eBook Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Donate The importance and effects of a sanctified marital intimacy: The Shlah Hakadosh writes as follows:[1] “One must guard and […]
Understanding the lust involved in intimacy and self control
*The article below is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Buy on Apple Books Buy on Amazon-Paperback/Kindle eBook Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Donate The lust involved in intimacy: A. The History-The inception of the lust for marital relations:[1] In the times of […]
The Holiness of intimacy-The Jewish & Torah Perspective:
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Trimming the mustache during the three weeks & throughout the year
May one trim his mustache? During the regular year: Many Poskim[1] and Kaballists[2] rule that one is obligated to cut the mustache hairs that interfere with ones food.[3] Nevertheless, there are communities that are accustomed not to trim any facial hair, including the mustache hairs that interfere with food.[4] The […]
Rinsing the mouth, brushing teeth, and using mouthwash, on fast day
This Halacha is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me here or on Amazon.com Rinsing the mouth on a fast day:[1] On a public fast day, one is not to rinse his mouth in the morning.[2] This applies even if one will be using less than a Revius of water.[3] [If, however, this is […]
Baking Challahs for Shabbos
Baking Challahs for Shabbos:[1] It is customary for every household to bake Challahs for Shabbos which are used for Lechem Mishneh and not to buy them at the bakery as is done during the week. This matter of baking one’s own Challah is included in the honoring of Shabbos and […]
