Washing hands after using the bathroom on Yom Kippur:[1] During non-prayer times:[2] If one urinated and used his hands to wipe away the drops of urine from his feet, or if he defecated and used his hands to clean the excrement, then he may wash his hands up until his […]
Are women obligated in shaking Lulav?
Are women obligated in shaking Lulav? Women are exempt from the Mitzvah of shaking Lulav.[1] Nevertheless, if they desire to shake Lulav, they may do so.[2] Practically, women have accepted upon themselves the Mitzvah shaking of Lulav as an obligation.[3] [Accordingly, women are to be particular to shake Lulav each […]
Leaving a light on in the marital bedroom on Yom Kippur
Leaving a light on in the bed room of married couples:[1] If a couple is leaving a light on in their house [on the night of Yom Kippur], then they are required to also leave a light on in their bedroom.[2] This applies both in areas that are accustomed to […]
One who forgot to say Hamelech Hamishpat
One who forgot to say Hamelech Hamishpat:[1] In Shemoneh Esrei of Aseres Yimei Teshuvah the tenth blessing of Hashiva Shofteinu concludes with the words “Hamelech Hamishpat” in place of “Melech Ohave Tzedaka Umishpat”.[2] [This emphasizes that Hashem is the King that is currently in judgment at this time.[3]] If one […]
Speaking in-between blows of Shacharis and Musaf
Not to talk of irrelevant matters until after Musaf:[1] One must beware not to talk of irrelevant matters between the Tekios Meyushav [which is the first set of blows that is sounded after Kerias Hatorah] and the Tekios Meumad [which is the second set of blows in Musaf].[2] One […]
Preparing on the 1st day for the 2nd day of Yom Tov or Shabbos
Preparing on the 1st day of Yom Tov on behalf of the 2nd day of Yom Tov or Shabbos: Preparing on 1st day on behalf of 2nd day in Chutz Laaretz:[1] It is forbidden to do anything on the 1st day of Yom Tov on behalf of the next day, […]
Hataras Nedarim on Erev Rosh Hashana-Q&A
Hataras Nedarim: *For a full digest on the laws and customs of Hataras Nedarim both on Erev Rosh Hashanah and throughout the year, please refer to the “Supplement on Hataras Nedarim” provided in the back of the Sefer. It is customary to perform Hataras Nedarim on Erev Rosh Hashanah.[1] This […]
Sitting for an After Blessing
Sitting during the recital of an after blessing: The general rule Birchas Hamazon:[1] One is required to sit while reciting Birchas Hamazon.[2] He may not stand or lay down.[3] This applies irrelevant of the position in which one ate, whether he was walking in his home when he ate or […]
How much money is the Kesuba worth?
How much money is the Kesuba worth? Introduction: A Kesuba is similar to a loan document or check, which obligates the husband, or his estate, to pay a certain sum of money to his wife. The Kesuba can only be actualized in the event of death of the husband or […]
What is one to do with a found object if the owner cannot be located?
What is one to do if he found a lost object that must be returned, and the owner cannot be located?[1] The general law: Any item that must be returned to its owner [as explained in the laws of Hashavas Aveida], and the owner cannot be traced, is required to […]
