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Halachos for Parshas Ki Savo-The curses/Shabbos Selichos
The Torah portion of Ki Savo:[1] In the sixth Aliyah the Torah portion discussing the curses is read. Avoiding an interval by the curses: The custom[2] is not to make an interval of Aliyos by the curses of Ki Savo.[3] One is to read from at least three verses prior […]
In Heaven they make a big deal over Chumash and Tehillim-Not Intellect
In Heaven they make a big deal over Chumash and Tehillim-Not Intellect:[1] In the year 5652/1892, the Baal Shem Tov related to the Rebbe Rashab in a vision that he had on Froday night Parshas Ki Savo that one is able to draw down the Shechina of G-d through Mesirus […]
Squeezing wet hair on Shabbos
Squeezing and drying hair on Shabbos: Biblically, there is no prohibition against squeezing hair on Shabbos.[1] Nevertheless, it is Rabbinically forbidden to squeeze liquid out from hair on Shabbos [due to the Mifarek prohibition].[2] Thus, every bather needs to beware not to squeeze his hair.[3] Â Q&A on squeezing and […]
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The history of the Shulchan Aruch Harav
Check out our Amazon Sefarim Shop WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article https://vimeo.com/200534913 Table of Contents The Shulchan Aruch Harav: Historical Origins, Purpose, Structure, and Legacy  A. The Divine Mandate – How the Shulchan Aruch HaRav Was Conceived:[1] The Shulchan Aruch Harav, also known as the Alter Rebbe’s […]
Children wearing clothing of the opposite gender
Children wearing clothing of the opposite gender: It is a Biblical prohibition for a man to wear the clothing of a woman or a woman to wear the clothing of a man.[1] It is disputed as to whether the prohibition of Lo Silbash only applies when one wears the opposite […]
The obligation to concentrate when reciting Birchas Hamazon
Kavana in Birchas Hamazon:[1] Understanding the meaning of the words: If one does not know the meaning of the words that he is saying in Birchas Hamazon, such as due to his lack of understanding of the language, then he does not fulfill his obligation.[2] Some Poskim[3] rule that this […]
The obligation to concentrate when reciting Birchas Hamazon
Kavana in Birchas Hamazon:[1] Understanding the meaning of the words: If one does not know the meaning of the words that he is saying in Birchas Hamazon, such as due to his lack of understanding of the language, then he does not fulfill his obligation.[2] Some Poskim[3] rule that this […]
The laws of Covering the Hair-Audio Shiur
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The Mitzvah of Yibum and the mystical world of Gilgulim
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Drying one’s body after Mikveh or a cold shower on Shabbos-Part 1
Drying one’s body after Mikveh or a cold shower on Shabbos: One who immerses in a Mikveh on Shabbos, or takes a cold shower in mitigating circumstances [i.e. heat duress; remove sweat or dirt][1], must be careful to avoid transgressing prohibitions involved in the drying process of the water that […]
Drying one’s body after Mikveh or a cold shower on Shabbos
Drying one’s body after Mikveh or a cold shower on Shabbos: One who immerses in a Mikveh on Shabbos, or takes a cold shower in mitigating circumstances [i.e. heat duress; remove sweat or dirt][1], must be careful to avoid transgressing prohibitions involved in the drying process of the water that […]
Cases that Bal Tashchis not apply
Cases that Bal Tashchis not apply?[1] It is Biblically forbidden to damage or destroy any item that can serve of benefit to man[2], unless one of the following exceptions apply: Destroying an item for fixing purposes:[3] The above prohibition only applies when one desires to destroy or damage an item […]
The Jewish Daka controversy: Is Patzua Daka written with a Hei or Alef?
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Skipping parts of Davening in order to Daven Shemoneh Esrei with Minyan:
Skipping parts of Davening in order to Daven Shemoneh Esrei with Minyan: Letter of law:[1] [From the letter of the law] one who arrives late to Shul for Shacharis is required to skip Pesukei Dezimra in order so he be able to Daven Shemoneh Esrei with the congregation.[2] This, however, […]
Skipping parts of Davening in order to Daven Shemoneh Esrei with Minyan
Skipping parts of Davening in order to Daven Shemoneh Esrei with Minyan: Letter of law:[1] [From the letter of the law] one who arrives late to Shul for Shacharis is required to skip Pesukei Dezimra in order so he be able to Daven Shemoneh Esrei with the congregation.[2] This, however, […]
May a child above Bar/Bas Mitzvah recite Kiddush on behalf of an adult?
May a child above Bar or Bas Mitzvah recite Kiddush on behalf of an adult:[1] Children above the age of Bar or Bas Mitzvah are invalid to perform [the night[2]] Kiddush on behalf of adults, whether male or female, until one knows for certain that the child has developed the […]
The prohibition of Baal Tashchis-Part 1
The prohibition:[1] The same way that one must be careful with his body not to cause it loss, or harm, or damage, so too one must be careful with one’s possessions to not cause it loss or harm or damage.[2] Anyone who damages an item which is fit for people […]
Staying married even if one did not merit children after ten years
Must one divorce his wife if he has been married for 10 years without children?[1] From the letter of the law, if a man has been married for ten years[2] and has not yet had children[3], then in certain circumstances[4] the couple must get divorced[5] and are forced to do […]
Cut same onion with a meat and dairy knife
If one cut an onion [or any other Charif] with a meat knife and then cut the same onion with a dairy knife, what is the status of the onion and dairy knife? Background:[1] Sharp foods, such as onions and garlic[2], have ability to absorb the taste absorbed in a […]
Cut same onion with a meat and dairy knife
If one cut an onion [or any other Charif] with a meat knife and then cut the same onion with a dairy knife, what is the status of the onion and dairy knife? Background:[1] Sharp foods, such as onions and garlic[2], have ability to absorb the taste absorbed in a […]
May one lie on a swing or hammock which is attached to a tree on Shabbos
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Must a guilty defendant pay for court expenses and litigation fees according to Halacha Part 2
Fees involved in enforcing the court order: If a defendant who was found to be monetarily liable by a Beis Din refuses to pay the plaintiff the money he is owed, then the plaintiff may receive permission from the Beis Din to take him to the civil courts in order […]
The status of Pareve foods cooked in a meat pot or vice versa
The status of Pareve foods cooked in a meat pot or vice versa: If a Pareve food was cooked in a meat or dairy pot [or was cut with a meat or dairy knife while the Pareve food was hot[1]] then the law regarding whether the food remains Pareve, and […]
What is one to do with an old and worn out Tallis?
This Halacha is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me here or on Amazon.com What is one to do with an old and worn out Kosher Tallis? A Kosher Tallis:[1] A [Kosher] Tallis[2] which is worn out [but still contains Kosher Tzitzis[3]] is to be separated by the person from any use. One is […]
Borer-Removing the bad together with the good [i.e. a hair together with some food]
Removing the bad/waste together with some of the good/food: The opinion of Admur in the Shulchan Aruch:[1] It is permitted to remove from food which has waste in it, the waste together with some of the food, such as [using a spoon to] remove a fly from a cup together […]
Must a guilty defendant pay for court expenses and litigation fees according to Halacha?
Must a guilty defendant pay for court expenses and litigation fees according to Halacha?[1] Fees involved in the initial Din Torah:[2] The losing party of a Din Torah is not required to reimburse the winning side for expenses involved. This applies even if he forced the winning party to come […]
Sitting during the blessings of Kerias Hatorah
Standing during the blessings of Kerias Hatorah: Some Poskim[1] rule that everyone [even those who sit during the actual reading] is required to stand upon hearing the blessings of the Torah [i.e. Barchu[2], Birchas Hatorah before and after[3]], as is the rule by every Davar Shebekedusha.[4] Other Poskim[5], however, rule […]
Standing versus sitting during Kerias Hatorah
Should one stand during Kerias Hatorah?[1] Â The congregation is not required to stand during the Torah reading [and so is the widespread custom[2], and so is the ruling according to Kabbala[3]].[4] However, there are some who are stringent[5] to stand [during the actual Torah reading, although even they are […]
Starting a new activity on Mondays and Wednesdays
This Halacha is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me here or on Amazon.com Starting a new activity on Mondays and Wednesdays:[1] It is customary not to begin a new activity on Mondays and Wednesdays.[2] [Some[3] rule that this only applies for mundane matters and not for matters that involve a Mitzvah. Practically, so […]
Starting a new activity on Mondays and Wednesdays
Today’s Halacha is dedicated in memory of Reizal Baas R’ Zev Simon whose Yartzite is today This Halacha is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me here or on Amazon.com Starting a new activity on Mondays and Wednesdays:[1] It is customary not to begin a new activity on Mondays and Wednesdays.[2] [Some[3] rule that […]
Concentration during Shema
Concentration during Shema:[1] One is to concentrate on every single word recited during Keiras Shema. Even if one is unable to Daven without being bothered by foreign thoughts, he is to accustom himself to recite Kerias Shema without foreign thoughts. One who does so achieves that all physical and spiritual […]
May one arrange for a Non-Kosher business lunch to be served to his gentile employees?
May one arrange for a Non-Kosher business lunch to be served to his gentile employees? Providing an employee with non-Kosher food raises the question of the prohibition against doing business with non-Kosher foods[1], and the prohibition against benefiting from foods prohibited in benefit, such as meat and milk, and Yayin […]
May one buy non-Kosher food for a gentile, such as an employee?
May one buy non-Kosher food for a gentile, such as an employee? Regular gentile, non-employee:[1] It is forbidden to purchase non-Kosher food for a gentile due to the business prohibition. This applies even if one is giving the gentile the food as a present and certainly if he is selling […]
May a Jew work for a gentile owned store, or company which sells Basar Bechalav products?
May a Jew work for a gentile owned store, or company which sells Basar Bechalav products? Working in a store or company that sells non-Kosher food raises the question of the prohibition against doing business with non-Kosher foods[1], and the prohibition against benefiting from foods prohibited in benefit [i.e. Basar […]
Who should wash Mayim Achronim first
The order of who washes first:[1] If a group of people ate together and are now reciting Birchas Hamazon, then if there are more than five people present, the youngest of the group who is sitting at the end is to be the first to wash Mayim Achronim.[2] The water […]
Hefsek, talking, after Mayim Achronim
7. Hefsek-Approximating the washing to the Bentching:[1] One must approximate the washing of Mayim Achrnim to Birchas Hamazon as much as possible.[2] [Doing so helps protect one’s meal from persecution of the Satan.[3]] The Sages estimated this to be the amount of time it takes for another four people to […]
The order of the washing: Saying Pesukim, water over lips
The order of the washing: Pouring the Kos Shel Bracha:[1] The wine for Kos Shel Bracha is poured prior to performing Mayim Achronim. Saying Pesukim:[2] Prior to washing the hands one recites the verse “Zeh Cheilek Adam Rasha Melokim Vinachals Imru Mikeil” and afterwards one recites the verse “Vayidaber Eilay […]
How to wash? Sitting, what part of the hand, drying the hands
Washing the hands:[1] Sitting versus standing:[2] Mayim Achronim may be performed in a sitting position. Amount of times to wash the hand?[3] One is required to pour the water over his hands only one time. Up until what part of the hand must the water be poured?[4] One is required […]
The Mayim Achronim vessel
The Mayim Achronim vessel: Pouring versus dipping? The Mayim Achronim water must be poured onto the hands, as explained in Halacha 6. Thus, a vessel is commonly used for the pouring, and it does not suffice to simply dip the hands in a sink, or river. See Q&A below for […]
The laws of the liquids used for Mayim Achronim: Juice, wine, hot water, how much
The laws of the liquids used for Mayim Achronim?[1] What liquids are valid? All liquids are valid for Mayim Achronim, including oil, honey, and milk, with exception to wine.[2] [Nevertheless, initially if water is available one is to use water for Mayim Achronim.[3] However, in a case that water is […]
Blessing for Mayim Achronim
Blessing:[1] A blessing is not recited upon performing Mayim Achronim.[2] _________________________________________________________________ [1] Admur ibid; Michaber 181:7; Rosh Brachos 8:6 [2] The reason: Those who plan to be Yotzei Birchas Hamazon with another person [and hence only have the 2nd reason applicable to them] do not recite a blessing upon performing […]
Must one wash his hands after touching salt?
Must one wash his hands after touching salt?[1] Some Poskim[2] rule that one is to wash his hands after touching salt.[3] Practically, the worldly custom is not to be particular in this matter.[4] _____________________________________________________________________ [1] See Piskeiy Teshuvos 181:3 [2] Chulin 105b; Ben Ish Chaiy Shlach 13; Kaf Hachaim 181:2 […]
If one’s hands are dirty, must he wash his hands prior to saying a blessing?
If one’s hands are dirty, must he wash his hands prior to saying a blessing? Some Poskim[1] rule that one whose hands are dirty [with food, oil or other substance], is obligated to wash his hands prior to saying any blessing, as the law of Mayim Achronim is not limited […]
What is one to do if there is no water available for Mayim Achronim?
What is one to do if there is no water available?[1] One is required to search for water up to a Mil’s distance from his location [i.e. 18/24 minutes] to perform Mayim Achronim. If water is not available for this distance, then one is to wipe his hands on earth […]
The reasons behind Mayim Achronim
The reasons for Mayim Achronim:[1] There are three reasons recorded behind the Rabbinical institution of Mayim Achronim: Kedusha:[2] It is a Mitzvah due to Kedusha to sanctify oneself prior to blessing Hashem for one’s food, as after eating, the hands are dirty [i.e. Mezuhamos] from the food and are invalid […]
The Mitzvah of Mayim Achronim-Obligation & Custom
The Mitzvah:[1] The obligation: [It is an obligation to wash Mayim Achronim.[2]] The Sages instituted the washing of hands at the end of a meal of bread in order so one recites Birchas Hamazon in purity [i.e. Kedusha] and cleanses his hands from the leftover food. This obligation applies whether […]
The status of Jewish ethnicity of descendants of renegade or apostate Jews
Check out our Amazon Sefarim Shop WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article The status of Jewish ethnicity of descendants of renegade or apostate Jews:[1] One who is Jewish, remains Jewish even if he or his direct maternal ancestors converted r”l to a different religion. [Although there exist Poskim[2] who […]
The laws of Tzenius-Shiurim
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Exploring the reason behind Jewish tragedy
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May one continue wearing Shabbos clothing on Motzei Shabbos which is Tisha Beav?
May one continue wearing Shabbos clothing on Motzei Shabbos which is Tisha Beav? Are they to be switched after nightfall before Maariv? In general, it is forbidden to wear Shabbos clothing during the nine days [with exception to Shabbos], and certainly on Tisha Beav this prohibition applies.[1] Accordingly, some Poskim[2] […]
May one continue wearing Shabbos clothing on Motzei Shabbos which is Tisha Beav?
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1. Exemptions for fasting on Tishe Beav Taanis Nidche
Exemptions for fasting on a Tishe Beav Nidche: Tishe Beav is considered the most severe of the Rabbinical fasts, and obligates even pregnant and nursing women to fast, however not those who are Halachically defined as sick. In years that Tishe Beav falls on Shabbos and is differed to Sunday, […]
Children eating meat and chicken during the Nine days
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Sefaradi versus Ashkenazi customs during the Three Weeks, nine days, and week of Tishe Beav that falls on Shabbos
When Tisha B’av falls on Sunday, when is considered the week of Tisha B’av?[1] When Tisha B’av falls on Sunday, the week beforehand is not considered the week of Tisha B’av, and there is hence no such concept of “the week of Tisha B’av” for that year.[2] However when Tisha […]
Sefaradi versus Ashkenazi customs during the Three Weeks, nine days, and week of Tishe 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 When Tisha B’av falls on Sunday, when is considered the week of […]
Bathing on Erev Shabbos during the nine days
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When the prohibitions begin-Ashkenazim vs Sepharadim
* 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 The Three Weeks The mourning customs applicable throughout the three weeks from […]
5. Maariv after Tisha Beav
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4. Mincha on Tisha Beav
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3. Shacharis on Tisha Beav
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1. Maariv 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 1. Maariv: Removing the Paroches:[1] [Prior to Maariv] one is to remove […]
Tragedies and calamities that occurred 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 The five tragedies that occurred on Tisha B’av:[1] On Tisha B’av of […]
Wearing freshly laundered clothing 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 Wearing freshly laundered clothing:[1] It is forbidden to wear freshly laundered clothing […]
13. Diminishing comfort when sleeping on Tisha B’av
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Trimming the mustache during the three weeks
* 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 Trimming the mustache during the three weeks:[1] One may trim any mustache[2] […]
Buying items during the three weeks
This Halacha is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me here or on Amazon.com Buying items other than clothing: Until the nine days: It is permitted to buy all non-clothing items from the 17th of Tammuz until the start of the nine days. Seemingly, this applies even towards expensive items, and items that bring […]
May one enter a non-Kosher restaurant?
May one enter a non-Kosher restaurant?[1] In general, it is forbidden to enter into a non-Kosher restaurant due to Maras Ayin even if there are no Jews in the vicinity.[2] However, in a time of great need [such as one is very hungry or needs the bathroom] and there is […]
Began drinking a liquid, and then remembered that he did not say a blessing?
What is one to do if he began drinking a liquid, and then remembered that he did not say a blessing?[1] One who forgot and entered a drink into his mouth without saying a blessing [and then remembered prior to swallowing it] some Poskim[2] rule he is to swallow the […]
Chapter 3: The story of the destruction
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Chapter 4: Classical Questions on the Churban
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2. The 15th of Av-Tu Beav-Background and customs
* 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 The 15th of Av: The Mishneh[1] states: Rebbe Shimon Ben Gamliel said […]
1. Shabbos Nachamu
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3-5: Diminishing in joy, festive foods, jewelry after the Churban
* 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 Diminishing in joy The Sages instituted numerous restrictions during times of joy, […]
1. Painting and decorating one’s walls after the Churban
* 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 1. Painting and decorating one’s walls:[1] When the Temple was destroyed, the […]
0. Zecher Lachurban-Commemorating the Destruction-Introduction
* 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 Introduction: The Sages[1] state that whoever mourns the destruction of Yerushalayim will […]
6. Wedding customs done in commemoration of the Churban
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7. Playing and listening to music in today’s times-after the Churban
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8. Restrictions on laughter during exile
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Performing Keriah when visiting Jerusalem, Western Wall, Judea territory
* 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 Performing Keriah:[1] Seeing destroyed city of Judea:[2] One who sees, from close […]
The Kosel/Western Wall: Visiting and touching the stones
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9. Visiting the Temple area
* 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 9. Visiting the Temple area: A. Performing Keriah:[1] Seeing destroyed city of […]
Summary of laws of the Three Weeks
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Earthquakes-The Blessing to be said and the Torah perspective on its purpose
The blessing over an earthquake:[1] Upon [feeling[2]] an earthquake one is required to recite a blessing. [This applies to an earthquake of any magnitude, so long as it is felt.[3] The reason the Sages established a blessing is because earthquakes are frightening events which convey a powerful message to the […]
May one eat a Kosher food in a non-Kosher restaurant?
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9. Avoiding matters of danger during Three Weeks
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10. Moving & renovations during Three Weeks
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Music therapy-May one listen to music during the three weeks [or during Sefirah] for emotional and mental health purposes?
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Buying new items other than clothing during the three weeks
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Buying 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 Buying new clothing during the three weeks: Buying new clothing between the […]
Sick or weak fasting on Rabbinical fast days-Nidche and not Nidche
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May one take medicine on a fast day?
May one take medicine on a fast day?[1] If one is sick, then he is not required to fast, as explained above. Even if one is not sick, it is permitted to take medicine if the medicine is bitter. He is to swallow it without water or alternatively place something […]
The Rebbe’s opinion on vaccinations
The following segment is an excerpt from a future, broader, article about vaccines and Halacha which is currently under research and in the process of being written. Iy”h it will be published in the near future. The Rebbe’s opinion on vaccinations:[1] As is known a Jew is obligated according to […]
The Rebbe’s opinion on vaccinations
The following segment is an excerpt from a future, broader, article about vaccines and Halacha which is currently under research and in the process of being written. Iy”h it will be published in the near future. The Rebbe’s opinion on vaccinations:[1] As is known a Jew is obligated according to […]
Sick or weak fasting on Shiva Asar Betamuz Nidcha
This Halacha is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me here or on Amazon.com Sick or weak fasting on Rabbinical fast days : Must one fast if he is sick:[1] One who is sick is exempt from fasting, [and is even prohibited to be stringent upon himself to fast[2]]. This applies even if there […]
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Each on his level-Don’t try to be someone you are not
Each on his level-Don’t try to be someone you are not:[1] The Baal Shem Tov taught that each individual must serve Hashem in accordance to his level. One who tries to serve Hashem using the level of a friend which he is not relevant to, will lose from both ends. […]
How many people must eat bread to recite Sheva Brachos?
How many people amongst the Minyan must eat bread in order to be able to recite Sheva Brachos?[1] Sheva Brachos may only be recited after a meal in which a Chasan and Kallah are present if there is a Minyan of ten men above the age of Mitzvos in the […]
