Should one stand while reciting the morning blessings [i.e. Birchas Hashachar]? Letter of the law: From the letter of the law, one is only required to stand when saying blessings which involve commands, such as when saying the blessing over Tzitzis, and Tefillin.[1] However, blessings of praise do not require […]
Making Kiddush [or Havdalah] on white wine
Making Kiddush on white wine:[1] A. Kiddush of Shabbos and Yom Tov, and Havdalah [excluding four cups by Seder]:[2] It is permitted to recite Kiddush [or Havdalah[3]] over white wine [even by the night Kiddush of Shabbos and Yom Tov, and certainly during the day]. [This applies even if the […]
May one learn Torah or recite blessings in face of the morning washing water?
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy Now May one learn Torah or recite blessings in face of the morning washing water? According to the Zohar, it is forbidden to learn Torah prior to washing hands in the morning upon awakening due to the impure spirit that resides […]
Hearing Megillah through radio or microphone
May one hear the Megillah through speakers; microphone or a broadcast system, such as the telephone, radio, or live internet hookup? Initially, although there were some Poskim[1] who understood that one may fulfill a Mitzvah through hearing it on a radio, telephone, microphone or broadcast system[2], practically after further research […]
May a woman read the Megillah on Purim on behalf of herself or others?
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com May a woman read the Megillah on Purim on behalf of herself or others?[1] The subject of whether a woman is valid to read the Megillah is subject to the following debate: On the one hand she is obligated in […]
May a woman write a Megillah?
May a woman write a Megillah?[1] Some Poskim[2] rule a woman is valid to write a Megillah, and one may thus even initially read and fulfill the Mitzvah from a Megillah written by a woman.[3] Other Poskim[4], however, rule a woman is invalid to write a Megillah, and thus one […]
Must women hear the reading of Parshas Zachor?
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Must women hear the reading of Parshas Zachor? It is a Biblical obligation to hear Parshas Zachor.[1] Some Poskim[2], however, rule that women are not obligated to hear Parshas Zachor.[3] Other Poskim[4], however, rule that women are obligated just like […]
Is Parshas Zachar a Biblical or Rabbinical obligation?
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Is Parshas Zachar a Biblical or Rabbinical obligation?[1] Some Poskim[2] rule that there is a Biblical obligation to hear Parshas Zachor[3], and so is the final ruling.[4] Nonetheless, the Poskim debate as to the exact definition of this Biblical obligation. […]
Yichud by children: Do the laws of Yichud apply towards children? May a male and female child who are not siblings be alone together?
Do the laws of Yichud apply towards children? May a male and female child who are not siblings be alone together?[1] Example: May a mother go shopping if two cousins of the opposite gender are left alone at home, and both are below the age of Mitzvos? From the letter […]
Must the two foods of Mishloach Manos be of two different blessing?
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy me on Amazon.com Must the two foods of Mishloach Manos be of two different blessing? It is disputed amongst Poskim[1] whether the two gifts given for Mishloach Manos should be made up of two different foods. Seemingly, this debate has led to the […]
