Saying the names of the angels:[1] The Arizal was very careful to not verbalize the names of angels and considered it a prohibition. He abstained from mentioning even those names of angels which are written in Sefarim [and are known to all]. He was particular in this even when he […]
Saying “Avraham Zakein” after Hallel on Rosh Chodesh
Saying “Avraham Zakein” after Hallel:[1] Some[2] are accustomed to recite on Rosh Chodesh, after Hallel, the verse beginning “Veavraham Zakein” and “Zevadya[3] Yishmereini”.[4] [Practically, so is the Chabad custom.[5]] All this [Avraham Zakein and Zevadya Yishmereini] is recited a total of three times. [One is to say Avraham Zakein and […]
Saying “Avraham Zakein” after Hallel on Rosh Chodesh
Saying “Avraham Zakein” after Hallel:[1] Some[2] are accustomed to recite on Rosh Chodesh, after Hallel, the verse beginning “Veavraham Zakein” and “Zevadya[3] Yishmereini”.[4] [Practically, so is the Chabad custom.[5]] All this [Avraham Zakein and Zevadya Yishmereini] is recited a total of three times. [One is to say Avraham Zakein and […]
Lighting in area of eating versus area of sleeping
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here Lighting in area of eating versus area of sleeping?[1] A. Eats and sleeps in two separate homes on a steady basis: If one eats and sleeps in two different houses [on a steady basis[2]], then [in times of […]
Forgot to say Ya’aleh Veyavo by Shacharis and remembered after Musaf
Forgot to say Ya’aleh Veyavo by Shacharis and remembered after Musaf: If one forgot to say Ya’aleh Veyavo by Shacharis, then he must repeat Shemoneh Esrei.[1] However, this only applies if one remembered prior to Davening Musaf. If, however, one already Davened Musaf and only then realized he had forgotten […]
Forgot to say Ya’aleh Veyavo by Shacharis and remembered after Musaf
Forgot to say Ya’aleh Veyavo by Shacharis and remembered after Musaf: If one forgot to say Ya’aleh Veyavo by Shacharis, then he must repeat Shemoneh Esrei.[1] However, this only applies if one remembered prior to Davening Musaf. If, however, one already Davened Musaf and only then realized he had forgotten […]
Using real and edible olive oil versus fake or inedible olive oil for the Chanukah lighting
What olive oil should be used for the Chanukah lighting?[1] [From the letter of the law] all oils may be used for the Chanukah candles.[2] This applies even if the flame does not light well with the oil.[3] Nevertheless, it is a Mitzvah Min Hamuvchar to use olive oil.[4] If […]
Using real and edible olive oil versus fake or inedible olive oil for the Chanukah lighting
What olive oil should be used for the Chanukah lighting?[1] [From the letter of the law] all oils may be used for the Chanukah candles.[2] This applies even if the flame does not light well with the oil.[3] Nevertheless, it is a Mitzvah Min Hamuvchar to use olive oil.[4] If […]
Parshas Mikeitz-Summary of the Parsha
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy now on Amazon.com Parshas Mikeitz Pesukim: 146 [Siman: יחזקיהו] Haftorah: Melachim 1 3:15-4:1 Number of Mitzvos: There are no Positive or Negative commands mentioned in Parshas Mikeitz. Rishon Pharaohs dreams: The first dream: After two years [of Yosef’s imprisonment], […]
Lighting Chanukah candles on Erev Shabbos
Lighting on Erev Shabbos:[1] When are the Chanukah candles lit? On Erev Shabbos, the Chanukah candles are lit prior to the Shabbos candles.[2] The candles are lit with a blessing even though they are being lit while still day.[3] [The earliest time one can begin to light the Chanukah […]
When may one extinguish the Chanukah candles?
When may one extinguish the Chanukah candles? Leaving home shortly after candle lighting, afraid that the unsupervised candles can lead G-d forbid to a fire? Many ask due to these reasons if they may extinguish the Chanukah candles after it has been lit for some time. This question is especially […]
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When may one extinguish the Chanukah candles?
When may one extinguish the Chanukah candles? Leaving home shortly after candle lighting, afraid that the unsupervised candles can lead G-d forbid to a fire? Many ask due to these reasons if they may extinguish the Chanukah candles after it has been lit for some time. This question is especially […]
Where is one to light the candles if he is eating by a friend or relative on one of the nights of Chanukah?
Where is one to light the candles if he is eating by a friend or relative on one of the nights of Chanukah?[1] One’s family remained home: If an individual happens to be eating out on one of the nights of Chanukah, he must return home to his family to […]
Mitzvah of lighting Chanukah candles
To purchase this Sefer, click here The Mitzvah of lighting Chanukah candles:[1] [A year after the Chanukah miracle, the Sages instituted to light candles annualy in commemoration of the miracle.[2] Lighting Chanukah candles is one of the seven Rabbinical commands.[3]] One must be very careful in the Mitzvah of lighting […]
Eating foods on Shabbos that contain engraved letters or pictures [biscuits; bread; chocolate]
This Halacha is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy here May one eat biscuits, cakes, candies, chocolate, and the like, which have words/letters/pictures engraved on them?[1] To break it and then eat it:[2] It is forbidden to break the letters that are on a food, even if the letters are […]
Aveilus on Chanukah
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here Aveilus:[1] The laws of Aveilus apply on Chanukah just as the rest of the year. Hesped: [2] One may not recite a eulogy during Chanukah unless the person is a Torah Sage, and his body is present [i.e. […]
Chanukah Midrash-Chapter 4: Mamar in Torah Or
This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here The Mamar “Inyan Chanukah….Tanu Rabanan Beis Shamaiy…” [Torah Or p. 32a] The Torah Or of this Parsha includes an exposition of two Mamarim relating to the Chanukah holiday that are printed in Torah Or on Parshas Mikeitz. The Chanukah […]
Chanukah Checklist
To purchase this Sefer, click here. Chanukah Checklist Chanukah Customs: Meals: Increase in meals and festivities each day of Chanukah. Sing praise and song during the meals. On Shabbos Chanukah, increase in foods more than a regular Shabbos. On Rosh Chodesh Teves one is to increase in foods more than […]
Checklist and Summary of laws of Chanukah
This article is an excerpt from Chanukah Checklist Chanukah Customs: Meals: Increase in meals and festivities each day of Chanukah. Sing praise and song during the meals. On Shabbos Chanukah, increase in foods more than a regular Shabbos. On Rosh Chodesh Teves one is to increase in foods […]
Where in the home is one to light the Chanukah candles-By a window or by the doorpost?
Those who light inside their home-Should they light by the doorpost of one of the rooms or by the window?[1] A. The law of placing by the doorpost when lighting outside the home: Within a Tefach:[2] It is a Mitzvah for the candles to be placed within at least one […]
Where in the home is one to light the Chanukah candles-By a window or by the doorpost?
Those who light inside their home-Should they light by the doorpost of one of the rooms or by the window?[1] A. The law of placing by the doorpost when lighting outside the home: Within a Tefach:[2] It is a Mitzvah for the candles to be placed within at least one […]
Where is one to light the Chanukah candles-Inside the house or outside the house
Where in the home/property should the Menorah be lit- Inside the house versus outside the house? A. The letter of the law:[1] The candles are to be lit outside the front door of one’s house, which opens towards the public.[2] [This only applies if there is no courtyard in the […]
Kissing a child, relative, or friend in a Shul
Kissing in a Shul:[1] One is not to kiss his small children in Shul.[2] [This implies that it is however permitted to kiss older children, and other people, in Shul.[3] However, some Poskim[4] rule that in truth this applies to children of any age, and not specifically small children. Furthermore, […]
May one wear a cotton Tallis Katan?
This Halacha is an excerpt from our SeferBuy me on Amazon.com May one wear a cotton Tallis Katan? A. The issues of concern: Wearing a cotton Tallis Katan touches upon two Halachic issues 1) Is the material Biblically obligated in Tzitzis, and hence is one Biblically fulfilling the Mitzvah upon wearing it? […]
Until what time may Hamapil be recited-Saying Hamapil after midnight
Until what time may Hamapil be recited-Saying Hamapil after midnight: After midnight-before daybreak: It is permitted to recite the blessing of Hamapil after midnight, up until daybreak.[1] However, some Poskim[2] rule one may not recite the blessing after midnight.[3] Practically, while the widespread custom is to say Hamapil with a […]
Reading from the Sefer of a Rasha
Reading from the Sefer of a Rasha:[1] A person is not to read a book written by a Rasha. This applies even if the book includes true and accurate words of Torah. The reason for this is because when one reads a book, one attaches to the soul of the […]
Parshas Vayeishev-Summary of the Parsha
Buy Now-The Parsha Summary WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article Parshas Vayeishev Pesukim:112 [Siman: יבק] Haftorah: Amos 2:6-3:8 Number of Mitzvos: There are no Positive or Negative commands mentioned in Parshas Vayeishev. Rishon Yosef’s relationship with his father and brothers: Yaakov dwelled in the land of his fathers, […]
Using a Menorah for Chanukah candles-The Obligation; Material & shape
https://vimeo.com/246060363 Must one use a Menorah, or can he simply stick candles on a table?[1] One fulfills his obligation even if he does not light the candles on a Menorah, but simply sticks a candle on the table.[2] However, some Poskim[3] rule that a Menorah is needed, and one does […]
Using a Menorah for Chanukah candles-The Obligation; Material & shape
Must one use a Menorah, or can he simply stick candles on a table?[1] One fulfills his obligation even if he does not light the candles on a Menorah, but simply sticks a candle on the table.[2] However, some Poskim[3] rule that a Menorah is needed, and one does not […]
Looking at pictures, or illustrations, on Shabbos and reading the captions that describe it
Looking at pictures, or illustrations, on Shabbos and reading the captions that describe it: It is permitted to look at pictures on Shabbos.[1] [Nonetheless, it is not proper to use one’s time on Shabbos for looking at pictures, if he can use it for Torah learning.[2]] Reading the descriptions under […]
Eating, drinking, and talking after saying Hamapil, and Kerias Shema Sheal Hamita
Making an interval [i.e. eating; drinking; talking] after saying Kerias Shema Sheal Hamita/Hamapil:[1] One may not eat, drink, or speak after reciting Kerias Shema Sheal Hamita [even if he did not yet say the blessing of Hamapil[2], and certainly if it was already recited]. Rather, he is to go to […]
At what age is a man to get married?
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Parshas Vayishlach-Summary of Parsha
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy now on Amazon.com Parshas Vayishlach Pesukim: 154 [Siman: קליטה] Haftorah: Ovadia 1:1-21 Number of Mitzvos: There is a total of One Mitzvah in Parshas Vayishlach; Zero positive command and One negative commands. The following are the commands in the order […]
Making a form of the human body in drawing or sculpture-Part 1
Making a form of the human body in drawing or sculpture:[1] It is forbidden to form a sculpture of the human body.[2] It is forbidden to make it even for purposes of mere beauty and decoration.[3] The prohibited form-Sculpture and protruding engraving versus drawing and internal engraving of above items:[4] […]
Making a form of the human body in drawing or sculpture
Making a form of the human body in drawing or sculpture:[1] It is forbidden to form a sculpture of the human body.[2] It is forbidden to make it even for purposes of mere beauty and decoration.[3] The prohibited form-Sculpture and protruding engraving versus drawing and internal engraving of above items:[4] […]
Writing a will-The Mitzvah, When, & How
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The double portion of a Bechor received in inheritance:
The double portion of a Bechor received in inheritance: *Important note: All wills are to be written under the supervision of a lawyer as well as an individual who is expert in this area of Jewish law, to ensure its legality. The following is background information about the inheritance […]
Nature itself is miraculous
Nature itself is miraculous:[1] The Baal Shem Tov taught: The entire idea of a miracle is that Hashem suddenly does an action which is against nature. However, once that action becomes repeated, it is no longer viewed as a miracle, and turns into “acts of mother nature” in the eyes […]
Rav Chaim Vital on the importance of learning Chassidus and Kabbalah
Rav Chaim Vital on the importance of learning the inner parts of Torah [Chassidus and Kabbalah]:[1] Why is the exile taking so long to end? Why has Moshiach not yet come? I have found the following explanation: It is due to the lack of study of the inner parts of […]
Yawning, burping and sneezing during Davening
Yawning and burping during Davening:[1] One may not burp[2] or yawn[3] during Shemoneh Esrei. If one willingly burps or yawns during Shemoneh Esrei he is from amongst the haughty individuals.[4] If one gets the urge to yawn [and is unable to control it[5]], then he is to place his hand […]
Yawning, burping and sneezing during Davening
Yawning and burping during Davening:[1] One may not burp[2] or yawn[3] during Shemoneh Esrei. If one willingly burps or yawns during Shemoneh Esrei he is from amongst the haughty individuals.[4] If one gets the urge to yawn [and is unable to control it[5]], then he is to place his hand […]
Reheating food on Shabbos on top of a heat source
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Entering another person’s property to retrieve an item that fell inside, such as a ball
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The Bas Mitzvah-Meaning, Celebration & customs
Celebrating a Bas Mitzvah: The significance of 12 years of age: When a girl turns 12 years of age she becomes Biblically obligated in Torah and Mitzvos.[1] Until that age she is considered a Ketana, and is Biblically exempt from keeping Mitzvos. This is similar to the The completion […]
Making a celebratory meal and party in honor of a Bas Mitzvah
Making a celebratory meal and party: The old tradition of celebrating a Bar Mitzvah but not a Bas Mitzvah: The Zohar[1] states that the day of a boys Bar Mitzvah is similar to a wedding in terms of joy, and one must similarly rejoice on this day, just as one […]
Davening for help in learning Torah and service of Hashem
Davening for help in learning Torah and service of Hashem:[1] During prayer one is to ask and plead before Hashem, from the depths of his heart, for there to be revelation of G-dliness in his soul and in the world. As a result of this request, one is able to […]
Must non-Mezonos cereals, such as cornflakes, be Bishul Yisrael and what is the status of Kellogs
Must non-Mezonos cereals, such as cornflakes, be Bishul Yisrael and what is the status of Kellogs? The general law: All foods that are cooked are subject to the laws of Bishul Akum, with exception to Mezonos products that are baked, which are subject to the laws of Pas Akum.[1] The […]
Bishul Yisrael by non-Mezonos cereals, such as cornflakes
Must non-Mezonos cereals, such as cornflakes, be Bishul Yisrael and what is the status of Kellogs? The general law: All foods that are cooked are subject to the laws of Bishul Akum, with exception to Mezonos products that are baked, which are subject to the laws of Pas Akum.[1] The […]
Must one cover the Tefillin Shel Yad with one’s sleeve
Covering the Tefillin Shel Yad:[1] There is no need to be particular to cover the Tefillin Shel Yad [i.e. hand Tefillin], such as with one’s sleeve, and one can choose to wear it either revealed [with his sleeves rolled up on top of the Shel Yad] or concealed [under a […]
The marital union of a husband and wife continues in heaven
The marital union of a husband and wife is everlasting:[1] After giving birth to her third child, Leah stated that she will call him Levi, as now her husband will be with her. This idea is based on the Zohar[2] who states that married couples remain together forever in the […]
Using a thermos on Shabbos?
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Benefiting from stolen property
Benefiting from stolen property:[1] All property which according to Halacha is considered to have been stolen from its rightful owner, is forbidden for one to enter or make use of, even if he receives permission from the current residents, until one receives permission from the Halachic owner. This applies even […]
Making use of facilities or making use of a service without paying
Making use of facilities without paying: It is forbidden to enter a person’s property without their permission.[1] This applies whether the property is owned by a Jew or a gentile.[2] It goes without saying that one may not make use of facilities within another’s property without their permission, such as […]
Entering another person’s property without permission
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Making a replica of the Temple Menorah
May one make/use a Menorah of seven branches?[1] It is [Biblically[2]] forbidden to make a Menorah which resembles the Menorah in the Temple, [and is valid for use in the Temple[3]]. Accordingly, one may not make a Menorah of seven branches, but rather of 5, or 6, or 8 branches.[4] […]
The shape of the Temple Menorah-Circle or Diagonal branches?
Chabad-Rambam Menorah: The commonly depicted shape of the Menorah contains curved half circle branches, and is used for coinage, marketing, designs and sculpture art. The Rebbe[1], after a thourough Halachic and historic analyzation, concluded that this shape is in truth not the shape of the Temple Menorah, but of a […]
Enjoying Judaisim-Tricking the Yetzer Hara to serve Hashem
Tricking the Yetzer Hara to serve Hashem:[1] There is a constant battel occurring within a person for control of the body, and his thought speech and action. The G-dly soul desires that it be dedicated solely for matters of service of G-d while the animal soul wants it to indulge […]
The angel called Shomer Dapim
The angel called Shomer Dapim:[1] The angel called Shomer Dapim stands by the Sefarim and supervises that they are treated respectfully. There was once an individual who ended his daily writing in a Sefer with a verse that has a negative connotation. The next day when he entered his study, […]
Leaving a Sefer open upon leaving a room
Leaving a Sefer open:[1] One is not to have a Torah book [i.e. Sefer] remain open if he leaves the room, unless the Sefer is covered by a cloth and the like.[2] According to Kaballah, one who leaves a Sefer open and exits the room causes a certain angel by […]
Looking at the congregation when they are in middle of 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 […]
A Tzitzis string tore within the braid [i.e. Gdil], or beneath the braid [Gdil] by the hole:
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy now on Amazon.com What is the law if a Tzitzis string tore within the braid [i.e. Gdil], or beneath the braid [Gdil] by the hole?[1] If even one string tore from its root, it is invalid.[2] This means that if […]
What is the law if a Tzitzis string tore within the braid [i.e. Gdil], or beneath the braid [Gdil] by the hole?
What is the law if a Tzitzis string tore within the braid [i.e. Gdil], or beneath the braid [Gdil] by the hole?[1] If even one string tore from its root, it is invalid.[2] This means that if even one string tore near the hole, within the area that precedes the […]
Parshas Toldos-Summary of the Parsha
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy now on Amazon.com Parshas Toldos Pesukim: 106 [Siman:עלו ] Haftorah: Malachi 1 1:1-2:7 Number of Mitzvos: There are no Positive or Negative commands mentioned in Parshas Toldos. Rishon The birth of Yaakov and Eisav: Avraham fathered Yitzchak. Yitzchak was 40 […]
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May one wrap a towel around one’s pot, or water urn, before Shabbos, in order to help keep it warm?
* This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer Shop Now *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. WhatsApp Facebook Twitter Telegram Sign up for Daily Distribution Sponsor an Episode May one wrap a towel around one’s pot, or water urn, before Shabbos, in order to help […]
Staring at another person-The prohibition and potential damage
May one stare at his friend?[1] It is forbidden to look into another person’s property [even if they are not present there] if there is possibility that the evil eye can damage their property. Thus, for example, one may stand over the field of his friend to stare at it […]
Covering the Tefillin Shel Yad with one’s sleeve
Covering the Tefillin Shel Yad:[1] There is no need to be particular to cover the Tefillin Shel Yad [i.e. hand Tefillin], such as with one’s sleeve, and one can choose to wear it either revealed [with his sleeves rolled up on top of the Shel Yad] or concealed [under a […]
If one washed his hands at night must he rewash in the morning
To purchase this Sefer, click here If one washed his hands at night must he rewash in the morning: A. One did not go back to sleep after the initial washing:[1] If one woke up prior to dawn and washed his hands, he does not need to rewash his hands […]
18. Washing hands and saying a blessing of Al Netilas Yadayim upon awakening in middle of the night
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May women wear pants?
May women wear pants?[1] It is forbidden for women to wear pants. This applies even towards women pants that are made specifically for women and are not worn by men.[2] In the latter case it is disputed as to whether this prohibition is due to Lo Silbash or only due […]
Did the Shechina move from Jerusalem and reside in Tzefas?
Does the Shechina reside in Tzefas: There is a rumored teaching, which is repeated in the name of Rav Chaim Vital, that after the destruction of the Temple the Shechina moved from Jerusalem to Tzefas. To this date, no such source for this teaching has been found in the teachings […]
The greatness of the city of Tzefas
The greatness of the city of Tzefas:[1] Rebbe Avraham Azulaiy, a great Kabbalist of the late 16th and early 17th century, a student of Rav Chaim Vital, taught the following regarding the greatness of the city of Tzefas and its advantage over other cities in Erertz Yisrael. He himself was […]
Speaking and thinking positively effects reality
Speaking and thinking positively :[1] The ability of thought and speech are their own respective worlds. When one thinks and speaks positively he causes goodness to be brought to the world. When one speaks negatively, then he causes evil to fall onto the world. Accoridngly, one must accustom his mouth […]
Is one Yotzei with the blessing of another if he said Baruch Hu Uvarcuh Shemo after hearing Hashem’s name said in the blessing?
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me here or on Amazon.com Answering Baruch Hu Uvaruch Shemo to a blessing that one is being Yotzei:[1] In all situations that one hears a blessing and has in mind to fulfill his obligation through hearing it, such as by Kiddush or Havdala, and […]
Is one Yotzei if he did not answer Amen to the blessing?
Must one answer Amen to be Yotzei with another person’s blessing?[1] If one listened to the blessing but did not answer Amen he nevertheless fulfills his obligation. _________________________________________ [1] Admur 213:4; Michaber 213:2; Rambam Brachos 1:11; Brachos 45b Bookmark
Asher Yatzar-Concentration and meaning
Asher Yatzar-Concentration and meaning Lack of concentration possibly invalidates the blessing:[1] If one does not understand the words of a blessing or thinks of other matters while reciting it, according to some opinions it is considered as if he did not recite the blessing at all and is hence required […]
Parshas Chayeh Sarah- Summary of the Parsha
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy now on Amazon.com Parshas Chayeh Sarah Pesukim: 105 [Siman:יהוידע ] Haftorah: Melachim 1 1:1-31 Number of Mitzvos: There are no Positive or Negative commands mentioned in Parshas Chayeh Sarah. Rishon Sarah passes away: Sarah was 127 years old upon her […]
May a woman use powdered makeup [i.e. Shabbos makeup] on Shabbos?
* This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer Shop Now *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. WhatsApp Facebook Twitter Telegram Sign up for Daily Distribution Sponsor an Episode Donatehttps://vimeo.com/242014801 May a woman use powdered makeup [i.e. Shabbos makeup] on Shabbos? It is forbidden for a […]
If a Kohen is not found in Shul, may a Levi be called up in place of the Kohen?
If a Kohen is not found in Shul, may a Levi be called up in place of the Kohen?[1] If there is no Kohen present in Shul, it is permitted for a Levi to go up in his place [if there is no Yisrael of greater stature than the Levi[2]]. […]
May one forcibly take money or possessions from a person who owes him money?
Repossession-Collecting possessions of a debtor in order to collect a debt: Debt due to a loan:[1] A lender may not forcibly collect items from a debtor to repay a loan. It may only be done through a Beis Din, through a representative sent by them to collect the loan. If […]
Getting an Aliyah in the middle of Davening:
Getting an Aliyah in the middle of Davening: A. The law if one was already called up:[1] If a Kohen is in the midst of reading Kerias Shema [or Birchas Shema[2]], and was called up [by name[3]] to the Torah, some Poskim[4] rule he may not stop [to go up […]
The history and reasons behind washing hands for bread
The history of washing for bread:[1] The obligation of washing hands prior to eating food is not rooted in the Torah, and is thus not of Biblical status, but rather is Rabbinical. The Rabbinical institution to wash hands developed gradually from generation to generation. Until the time of King Shlomo, […]
The reason for the institution according to Kabala and Chassidus
The reason for the institution according to Kabala and Chassidus:[1] The purpose of washing hands prior to eating bread is to distance the unclean forces [Kelipos] from receiving nurture from the food one eats. All food comes from the Chesed of Hashem, and naturally allows everyone to receive from it, […]
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 […]
Writing, messaging, Whatsapping, during Davening
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 […]
After Musaf on Rosh Chodesh
To purchase this Sefer, click here After Musaf: Kaddish:[1] After the Chazan’s repetition he recites the [full] Kaddish [with Tiskabel[2]]. This is then followed by Ein Kelokeinu, Kaddish Derabanan and Aleinu. Lamnatzeiach and daily Tehillim:[3] After Aleinu one recites the psalm of “Lamnatzeiach Yeancha” [prior to saying the daily Tehillim […]
Musaf on Rosh Chodesh
To purchase this Sefer, click here Musaf: The Sages instituted the Musaf prayer to be said on every day in which the Musaf sacrifice was offered in the Temple. Thus, the Musaf prayer on Rosh Chodesh corresponds to the Musaf offering brought in the Beis Hamikdash on Rosh Chodesh.[1] […]
Tachanun on Rosh Chodesh
To purchase this Sefer, click here Tachanun:[1] Tachanun is omitted on Rosh Chodesh. Tzidkasecha:[2] When Rosh Chodesh falls on Shabbos, Tzidkasecha is not recited during the Mincha prayer. Hitting the chest during Selach Lanu:[3] One does not hit his chest during the blessing of Selach Lanu said during Shemoneh Esrei […]
Reviewing the prayers of Rosh Chodesh
To purchase this Sefer, click here Reviewing the prayers:[1] One is required to review the Rosh Chodesh prayers prior to Davening in order so he is fluent in the prayer.[2] However, in today’s times the custom is to be lenient in this matter.[3] _____________________________ [1] Admur 100/1; Michaber 100/1; Rambam […]
