Al Mitzvas Tzitzis-The Nussach of the blessing said over a Tallis Katan:[1] The dispute in Rishonim and Poskim: Some Poskim[2] [i.e. Michaber] rule that that one is to say the blessing of “Lehisatef Betzitzis” upon wearing a Tallis Katan just as is said upon wearing a Tallis Gadol. This applies […]
From the Rav’s Desk: For how many days is Tachanun omitted for by a Zivug Sheiyni?
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The status of a vessel that has not been used for 12 months
The status of a vessel that has not been used for 12 months: Some Poskim[1] rule that after 12 months, the taste absorbed in the walls of a vessel becomes nullified. Other Poskim[2], however, rule a vessel remains forbidden forever due to its absorbed taste, even after 12 months. Practically, […]
Is the Mitzvah to honor one’s parents considered a Mitzvah between man and G-d [i.e. Bein Adam Lamakom] or between man and his fellow [i.e. Bein Adam Lechaveiro]?
Is the Mitzvah to honor one’s parents considered a Mitzvah between man and G-d [i.e. Bein Adam Lamakom] or between man and his fellow [i.e. Bein Adam Lechaveiro]?[1] Some Poskim[2] learn that the mitzvot honor one’s parents is a Mitzvah between man and G-d and not between man and his […]
Tachanun on day of Hachnasas Sefer Torah Hakelali Leyaldei Yisrael
Tachanun on day of Hachnasas Sefer Torah Hakelali Leyaldei Yisrael Question: Should Tachanun be recited in Chabad shuls in Eretz Yisrael on the day of the Hachansas Sefer Torah Hakelali Liyaldei Yisrael. The actual celebration and Hachnsa will take place by the Kosel Hamaravi, however, it will be attended by […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Not to increase in Kaddeishim unnecessarily
Question: When making more than one Siyum Misechta when is the Kaddish to take place, between each Siyum or after all of them? Answer: It is to take place after all of Siyumim, unless there will be a long break between each one in which case it is […]
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 […]
From the Rav’s Desk: How important is it to bathe in hot water on Erev Shabbos?
Question: How important is it to bathe in hot water on Erev Shabbos? I know someone who goes to a cold outdoor spring as a Mikveh on Erev Shabbos and does not bathe in hot water saying that it is not necessary and is a mere stringency and even showed […]
Traveling on Erev Shabbos
Traveling On Erev Shabbos:[1] One must reach his Shabbos destination prior to 4 hours and 48 minutes[2] [see footnote] having passed from the beginning of day.[3] [See Q&A] This is due to concern that if he arrives later than the above time there will not be enough time to prepare […]
From the Rav’s Desk: How to write name of Chasan and Kallah in Kesuba if are Geirim?
Question: I am being Misader Kiddushin for a couple in which the Chasan and Kallah are both Geirim. My question is regarding what to write in place of their father’s name? Answer: You are to write Ben Avraham Avinu by the Chasan, and Bas Avraham Avinu by the Kallah. […]
