2. The events in which a Mechitza is required: A. The general rule: Some Poskim[1] rule that all events which require or are designated for the gathering of men and women, require a Mechitza and that this is a Biblical requirement.[2] One can argue that this applies even regarding non-Torah […]
The definition of a Kosher Mechitza
Shop Now *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. WhatsApp Facebook Twitter Telegram Sign up for Daily Distribution Sponsor an Episode Donate E. The definition of a Kosher Mechitza:[1] A Kosher Mechitza is defined as a divider which prevents intermingling [i.e. talking and touching] between the two genders.[2] […]
Minhagei Yartzite for Tzadikim Applicable for Yud Shvat and Gimmel Tammuz
* 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 Minhagei Yartzite for Tzadikim Applicable for Yud Shvat and Gimmel Tammuz From a letter of the Rebbe […]
Removing the Tefillin before Musaf on Rosh Chodesh
* 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 https://vimeo.com/165740529 Removing the Tefillin before Musaf:[1] The custom is to remove the Tefillin prior to the silent […]
Earplugs – May one use earplugs on Shabbos?
Shop Now *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. WhatsApp Facebook Twitter Telegram Sign up for Daily Distribution Sponsor an Episode Donate May one use earplugs on Shabbos?[1] Wax or silicone earplugs: It is forbidden to use wax earplugs on Shabbos if they are required to be shaped […]
What is the purpose of the Mechitza? Why do we have it?
D. The reason for the requirement:[1] The Talmud[2] states that the reason for building the balcony is in order to prevent “Kalus Rosh.” The Poskim discuss the exact parameters and definition of this statement. Prevent intermingling: Some Rishonim[3] and Poskim[4] record that the reason behind the building of the women’s […]
The laws of having a Mechitza Part 2 – The Sources
C. The Halachic source for the requirement: Interestingly, the accustomed obligation to have a Mechitza in Shul or by other events is not explicitly recorded in the Rambam or Shulchan Aruch, and the later Poskim[1] collect the various Talmudic and Halachic sources which lead to its requirement. Source #1 […]
The laws of a Mechitza Part 1 – Sources
1. The Laws of a Mechitza – Having a Divider between men and women:[1] In this article we will discuss the Halachic sources behind the Mechitza requirement, in the Talmud and Poskim, and discuss the events in which a Mechitza is required. Likewise, we will clarify the definition of a […]
Wearing a Tallis Gadol properly-Making sure to cover at least one Ama of the body
This article is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Donate Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article Wearing a Tallis Gadol properly-Making sure to cover at least […]
Parshas Shelach-Summary, Torah Or, Likkutei Sichos, Video Shiurim; Halachos
Parshas Shelach-Summary of Parsha 1) Moshe sends spies to Eretz Canaan 2) Their journey 3) Their return and slanderous report Click Here Parshas Shelach-Parsha Bee Not Available Parshas Shelach-Parsha Insights Not Available Parshas Shelach-Mamar Likkutei Torah The Power of thought Click Here Parshas Shelach-Selected Teachings from Likkutei Torah 1. Why […]
