Question: [Tuesday, 24th Teves 5782] I was at someone Shabbos table and they were very particular to only bring the dessert to the table after everybody Bentched. I asked them about it and they said that that’s the tradition that they follow and that’s what they saw their parents do. […]
Supporting Torah learners-Yissachar and Zevulun deal
Supporting Torah learners-Yissachar and Zevulun deal:[1] Although every single Jew is obligated to study Torah, one who is unable to study Torah, either due to lack of knowledge, or due to lack of time, is to support other people who study.[2] One who supports a Torah learner is considered as […]
Does one answer Amen after hearing someone recite the blessing of Al Divrei Torah?
Does one answer Amen after hearing someone recite the blessing of “Al Divrei Torah” by Birchas Hatorah?[1] A. The Background & Dispute-Is Viharev Nah considered a separate blessing? There is a dispute recorded in the Poskim regarding if the second blessing of Viharev Na is considered a continuation of the […]
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Become a Member & Commit your support on this special Day Dear viewer of shulchanaruchharav.com, We hope that we find you all healthy and well. On the eve of the 24th of Teves, the day of the passing of the Alter Rebbe, we stretch our hand to you to partner […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Tevila to microwave plate
Question: [Monday 23rd Teves 5782] Is one required to immerse a glass microwave plate inside of a Mikveh? Answer: If you never plan on putting any food directly on the microwave plate, and rather plan on placing the food on a plate and then place the plate on the […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Should one avoid saying Birchas Hashachar out loud?
Question: [Sunday, 22nd Teves, 5782] I know that the widespread Chabad custom is to avoid saying blessings aloud when there are other people around due to that it can accidentally cause others to fulfill their obligation of the blessing. I was wondering if this likewise applies to the morning blessing […]
Reciting Parshas Hakeida and Parshas Haman daily
1. Reciting Parshas HaAkeida daily:[1] It is proper[2] to say every day the paragraph in the Torah which discusses the sacrificing of Yitzchak [i.e. Akeidas Yitzchak]. The reason for its recital:[3] It is said in order to remind [G-d[4]] of the merits of our Forefathers, [and also to motivate oneself […]
Parshas Shemos-Summary of the Parsha
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy now on Amazon.com Parshas Shemos Pesukim:124 [Siman:ויקח ] Haftorah:[1] Yeshayahu 27:6-28:13; 29:22-23 Number of Mitzvos: There are no Positive or Negative commands mentioned in Parshas Shemos. Rishon The family of Yaakov who arrived in Egypt: These are the names of […]
Parshas Shemos-Likkutei Sichos-The definition of Bitachon-Faith or wishful thinking
Parshas Shemos Bitachon-Trust versus wishful thinking-Understanding its true Avoda and what it can accomplish (Likkutei Sichos Vol. 36 Sicha 1) In this week’s Parsha, Parshas Shemos, we learn of Moshe Rabbeinu and his efforts to help the Jewish people. Scripture tells us that one day Moshe went out to the […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Is whistling permitted and is it considered the ways of Gentiles?
Question: [Thursday, 19th Teves 5781] I have heard many times that whistling is a Gentile custom and therefore one should not whistle. Recently someone also told me that according to the Zohar whistling draws down many evil spirits and therefore is forbidden to be done. Can you please clarify the […]