Question: [Thursday, 6th Nissan, 5782] I was present by a Sephardic Havdala on Motzei Shabbos and was told that I need to sit in order to be Yotzei Havdalah. I responded to the individual that we are accustomed for the listeners to stand for Havdala and he said that this […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Dairy on Pesach according to Chabad custom
Donate Question: [Wednesday, 5th Nissan, 5782] In Chabad we are accustomed to avoid eating processed foods. Does this also apply to dairy, such as milk and cottage cheese and the like which contains certification of being kosher Pesach. It is very difficult for me to avoid eating dairy throughout the […]
The laws of Pesach-Summary-Part 7-Kashering 2
Donate D. What form of Kashering does a vessel require-General rules? *The below list only refers to the form of Kashering required for vessels made of Kasherbale materials. For a list of those materials that are Kasherable and those materials that are not Kasherable-see Halacha E! For a list of […]
The laws of Pesach-Summary-Part 6-Kashering 1
Donate 1. Kashering: The laws of Kashering vessels are complex and hence it should only be done by one who is expert in these laws. One must be aware of the following details: Is the vessel made of a Kasherable material? How has the vessel been used? What form […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Must raw meat and chicken be certified as Kosher for Pesach?
Donate Question: [Tuesday, 4th Nissan, 5782] I have in my freezer a sizable amount of unopened cuts of meat and chicken which I purchased during the year. It however does not state that it is kosher for pesach. May I still use them for Pesach? Answer: Raw, non-processed, meat […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Must one Kosher his water urn to use on Pesach?
Must one Kosher his water urn to use on Pesach?[1] Water urns are to be Kashered for Pesach. In the following cases, this may be required from the letter of the law:[2] a) The urn was placed down while hot onto Chametz; or b) The urn was washed in a […]
How much wine is one required to drink by Kiddush?
How much wine is one required to drink by Kiddush?[1] The person who makes Kiddush is required to drink enough wine to fill his cheeks. This measurement is referred to as Malei Lugmav. This does not refer to the amount of liquid that fills the entire mouth, both cheeks, but […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Is there any issue for an Ashkenazi to use a Sephardi Kesuba?
Question: [Wednesday, 28th Adar 2, 5782] I am marrying a Sephardi girl and would like to know if there’s any issue with me having a Sephardi Kesuba. I am Ashkenazi. Answer: There is no Halachic invalidation present with you doing so, so long as you agree to obligate yourself to […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Chaburah Matzah-What is it & should one purchase it?
Question: [Tuesday, 26th Adar 2, 5782] Can you explain to me the meaning of Chaburah matzah and as to it’s advantage over regular Matzah that is sold from the bakery? Answer: There are two possible advantages involved in purchasing Chaburah matzah. The first is in the event that one […]
The laws of Pesach-Summary-Part 5-Laws relating to Chametz-3
Donate E. Owning-The prohibition of “Tashbisu” & “Baal Yiraeh Ubaal Yimatzei:” Owning Chametz: The Torah forbids owning Chametz on Pesach. This applies even if the Chametz will not be within one’s home over Pesach, but will be left elsewhere, in an area that one owns. Likewise, this applies even if […]
