Daily Tanya Thursday 15th Marcheshvan Igeres Hakodesh 27: How a Tzaddik’s Spirit Connects After Passing: The Power of Love and Effort”

15th MarCheshvan How a Tzaddik’s Spirit Connects After Passing: The Power of Love and Effort Overview: This passage explains why disciples can receive greater spiritual influence from their Rebbe after his passing than during his lifetime. It describes the mechanism of this connection, rooted in the separation of the soul’s […]

Daily Halacha Wednesday 14th MarChesvan: No cursing – The Torah’s Prohibition Against Wishing Misfortune to a Fellow Jew

No cursing – The Torah’s Prohibition Against Wishing Misfortune to a Fellow Jew:[1] Many people mistakenly believe that the Torah’s prohibition against cursing is limited to the use of vulgar or offensive language—what we commonly call “curse words” or “swear words.” While such speech is certainly discouraged under the general […]

Daily Rambam 1 Chapter Wednesday 14th Mar Cheshvan: Laws of Inheritance – Chapter 3 The Firstborn’s Rights in Specific Assets

Chapter 3 The Firstborn’s Rights in Specific Assets Overview This chapter clarifies which assets the firstborn (bechor) receives a double portion from, and which he does not. It addresses property held by the father at death versus property expected later, cases of appreciation, loans, sales before division, and the rights […]

Daily Tanach Wednesday 14th Marcheshvan Sefer Yirmiyah Chapter 21: The Choice Between Life and Death

Chapter 21: The Choice Between Life and Death Overview Chapter 21 records a desperate appeal from King Tzidkiyahu (Zedekiah) during Babylon’s siege. Hoping for a miraculous deliverance, he sends messengers to Yermiyahu. Instead of reassurance, Hashem delivers a stark message: surrender or perish. The chapter emphasizes divine judgment, personal responsibility, […]

Daily Tanya Wednesday 14th Marcheshvan Igeres Hakodesh 27: Explaining the Zohar: How a Tzaddik Is Found More After Passing

14th Marcheshvan Explaining the Zohar: How a Tzaddik Is Found More After Passing Overview: This passage provides a deep explanation of the Zohar’s statement that a tzaddik is found in all worlds more after his passing than during his lifetime. It clarifies how this applies even in the physical world […]

From the Rav’s Desk Tuesday 13th MarCheshvan: Must one Pay Attorney Fees When a Real Estate Transaction Is Not Completed?

Question: I have a finance question regarding a real estate transaction. I was planning to purchase a property in a coastal city in Israel. The seller disclosed that there had previously been water and mold issues, but claimed these had been resolved. I was close to signing the contract when […]

Daily Halacha Tuesday 13th MarChesvan: Biblical vs. Rabbinical Yichud: Definitions, Distinctions, and Halachic Practice

  Is the Prohibition of Yichud Biblical or Rabbinical and what are its practical ramifications?[1] The prohibition of Yichud is debated among Halachic authorities as to whether it is a Biblical or rabbinical status. The Talmud[2] explicitly states that the Yichud prohibition of an Erva comes from the Torah and […]

Daily Rambam 1 Chapter Tuesday 13th Mar Cheshvan: Laws of Inheritance – Chapter 2 The Firstborn’s Double Portion

Laws of Inheritance – Chapter 2 The Firstborn’s Double Portion Overview This chapter explains the Torah law granting the firstborn son (bechor) a double portion of his father’s estate, the conditions for eligibility, exceptions, and verification of firstborn status. It also clarifies cases involving uncertain birth order, special circumstances, and […]

Daily Tanach Tuesday 13th Marcheshvan Sefer Yirmiyah Chapter 20: Conflict, Fire Within, and the Prophet’s Anguish

Chapter 20: Conflict, Fire Within, and the Prophet’s Anguish Overview This chapter captures a dramatic moment in Yermiyahu’s life: physical abuse, public humiliation, and deep inner struggle. After being beaten and imprisoned by Pashhur, the chief officer in the Temple, Yermiyahu delivers a chilling prophecy of judgment against him. The […]

Daily Tanya Tuesday 13th Marcheshvan Igeres Hakodesh 27: More Present After Passing: The Zohar’s Teaching on the Tzaddik’s Influence

13th Marcheshvan More Present After Passing: The Zohar’s Teaching on the Tzaddik’s Influence Overview: This section explains the profound statement of the Zohar that when a tzaddik departs from this world, his presence and influence increase in all realms—even more than during his lifetime. It highlights both spiritual and material […]

From the Rav’s Desk Monday 12th MarCheshvan: May one purchase olive oil without kosher certification (hashgacha)?

May one purchase olive oil without kosher certification (hashgacha)?   Question I am interested in buying olive oil for home use, and I’ve noticed that many bottles in the supermarket do not have kosher certification (hashgacha). I’ve heard that extra virgin olive oil is sometimes considered less problematic, but I […]

Daily Rambam 1 Chapter Monday 12th Mar Cheshvan: Chapter 1 Nechalos: Laws of Inheritance

Nechalos Chapter 1: Laws of Inheritance Overview This chapter explains the Torah’s system of inheritance: who inherits first, the priority between male and female heirs, and how inheritance proceeds through generations. It also addresses special cases such as family relationships, illegitimate children, and the husband’s rights to his wife’s property. […]

Daily Tanach Monday 12th Marcheshvan Sefer Yirmiyah Chapter 19: The Shattered Jug and the Valley of Slaughter

Chapter 19: The Shattered Jug and the Valley of Slaughter Overview Hashem commands Yermiyahu to perform a symbolic act with a clay jug to illustrate the irreversible judgment coming upon Judah. The chapter vividly portrays the consequences of idolatry and child sacrifice, culminating in the breaking of the jug as […]

Daily Tanya Monday 12th Marcheshvan Igeres Hakodesh 27: Double Comfort and Eternal Connection: A Letter of Consolation

Igeres Hakodesh 28 Double Comfort and Eternal Connection: A Letter of Consolation   Overview: This letter, written by the Alter Rebbe to the Chassidic community in the Holy Land, offers profound comfort after the passing of Rabbi Menachem Mendel. It explains how the life and influence of a tzaddik continue […]

Daily Halacha Sunday 11th Marcheshvan: Guidelines for Educating Children in Reciting Blessings: Age, Cleanliness, Teaching Methods, and Answering Amen

Guidelines for Educating Children in Reciting Blessings: Age, Cleanliness, Teaching Methods, and Answering Amen: Age of Chinuch for Brachos: Before blessings – From what age must one begin educating his child to recite blessings prior to eating?[1] Once the child is old enough to understand the concept of a blessing, […]

Daily Rambam 1 Chapter Sunday 11th Mar Cheshvan: Chapter 16: To’en veNit’an – Final Section: Witnesses, Claims, and False Testimony

Chapter 16: To’en veNit’an – Final Section: Witnesses, Claims, and False Testimony Overview This section addresses rules about witnesses who signed a deed and later challenge ownership, judges’ rights to contest, advisory roles, disputes over possession and produce, rental payments, and the prohibition against false claims. It emphasizes integrity in […]

Daily Tanach Sunday 11th Marcheshvan Sefer Yirmiyah Chapter 18: The Potter’s Lesson and the People’s Rebellion

Chapter 18: The Potter’s Lesson and the People’s Rebellion Overview Hashem sends Yermiyahu to a potter’s workshop to teach a profound truth: just as clay is shaped by the potter, so is Israel in Hashem’s hands. Nations can be uprooted or blessed depending on their response to His word. Despite […]

Daily Tanya Sunday 11th Marcheshvan Igeres Hakodesh 26 Part 8: The Future Role of Torah: From Birur to Higher Unifications

11th MarCheshvan: The Future Role of Torah: From Birur to Higher Unifications   Overview: This passage explains what will happen after the Shechinah leaves Kelipat Nogah and the process of refining sparks (birur hanitzotzot) is complete. It contrasts the current purpose of Torah and mitzvot—focused on separating good from evil—with […]

Parshas Lech Licha – PDF! Summary, Torah Or, Likkutei Sichos, Story, Halacha Audio Shiurim

The Complete Parsha Companion Download PDF Purchase Parsha Companion Read all Articles online Pshat on The Parsha Parshas Lech Licha-Summary of Parsha Avraham travels to Eretz Canaan; Avraham travels to Egypt due to the famine Click Here Parshas Lech Licha-Parsha Bee Click Here Parshas Lech Licha-Parsha Insights 1) Inability to have […]

Daily Halacha Thursday 8th Marcheshvan: Hilchos Shabbos Table Learning: Honoring Shabbos (Kavod Shabbos), Baking Challahs, & Shabbos Menu 🕯️🍞

Check out our Amazon Sefarim Shop * This article is an excerpt from the above book WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Sponsor an Article Donate Hilchos Shabbos Table Learning: A Weekly Guide to Shabbos Laws for Personal Study and Family Discussion  This weeks Topic Honoring Shabbos (Kavod Shabbos), Baking Challahs, & […]

Daily Rambam 1 Chapter Thursday 8th Mar Cheshvan: Hilchot To’en veNit’an– Chapter 13: Cases Where Possession Does Not Establish Ownership

Hilchot To’en veNit’an– Chapter 13: Cases Where Possession Does Not Establish Ownership Overview This chapter explains when eating produce for three years does not create a presumption of ownership (חֲזָקָה). It lists categories of people whose possession is not considered proof, due to trust, status, or power, and notes exceptions. […]

Daily Tanya Thursday 8th Marcheshvan Igeres Hakodesh 26 Part 5: Galut HaShechinah and the Role of Halachic Study in Birur HaNitzotzot

8th MarCheshvan: Galut HaShechinah and the Role of Halachic Study in Birur HaNitzotzot Overview: This passage explains the mystical reason why, during exile, the primary focus of Torah study is on halachic analysis—particularly laws of issur veheter (permitted and forbidden) and tumah ve’taharah (purity and impurity). It connects this to […]

Daily Halacha Wednesday 7th Marcheshvan: Saying Visein Tal Umatar if travel to or from Eretz Yisrael between 7th MarCheshvan and 5th of December

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Daily Rambam 1 Chapter Wednesday 7th Mar Cheshvan: To’en veNit’an Chapter 12: Chazakah: Laws of Presumptive Ownership and Their Practical Applications

Hilchot To’en veNit’an – Chapter 12: Chazakah: Laws of Presumptive Ownership and Their Practical Applications   📘 Overview – Hilchot To’en veNit’an (Chazakah Details) This section elaborates on the laws of chazakah (presumptive ownership), focusing on what constitutes valid possession for three years, the types of properties involved, and the […]

Daily Tanya Wednesday 7th Marcheshvan Igeres Hakodesh 26 Part 4: Torah Across the Four Worlds: The Garments of Mikra, Mishnah, Talmud, and Kabbalah

7th Marcheshvan Title: Torah Across the Four Worlds: The Garments of Mikra, Mishnah, Talmud, and Kabbalah”   Overview: Today’s passage explains how different parts of Torah—Written Torah (Mikra), Mishnah, Talmud, and Kabbalah—are all rooted in Atzilut, the highest spiritual world, but appear to us through garments in lower worlds for […]

Daily Halacha Tuesday 6th Marcheshvan: Is It Permitted to Lend or borrow Money with Interest to or from a non-Frum Jew?

Table of Contents Is It Permitted to Lend or borrow Money with Interest to or from a non-Frum Jew?[1] In today’s modern economic landscape, it is increasingly common for observant Jews to engage in business transactions with secular or non-observant Jewish individuals. These interactions often involve financial arrangements that include […]

Daily Rambam 1 Chapter Tuesday 6th Mar Cheshvan: To’en veNit’an Chapter 11: Presumption of Land Ownership and the Laws of Chazakah

Hilchot To’en veNit’an – Chapter 11: Presumption of Land Ownership and the Laws of Chazakah Overview This chapter discusses the halachic principles of presumed ownership (chazakah) regarding landed property. It explains when possession is considered valid, how long one must occupy land to establish ownership, and the role of protests, […]

Daily Tanach Tuesday 6th Marcheshvan Sefer Yirmiyah Chapter 15: Hashem’s Final Verdict and the Prophet’s Cry

Chapter 15: Hashem’s Final Verdict and the Prophet’s Cry Overview In this chapter, Hashem declares that the people of Yehudah have reached a point of no return. Their sins are so grave that even the intercession of the greatest prophets—Moshe and Shmuel—would not sway His judgment. The chapter paints a […]

Daily Tanya Tuesday 6th Marcheshvan Igeres Hakodesh 26 Part 3: Beyond Good and Evil: The Spiritual Roots of Permitted and Forbidden

6th MarCheshvan Beyond Good and Evil: The Spiritual Roots of Permitted and Forbidden Core Clarification by the Alter Rebbe The passage today provides a clarifying answer to several of the Alter Rebbe’s earlier questions and concerns regarding the Zohar’s statement that issur veheter (forbidden and permitted) are rooted in the […]

Daily Rambam 1 Chapter Monday 5th Mar Cheshvan: To’en veNit’an Chapter 10: Laws of Disputed Ownership and Possession of animals, slaves and ships

Chapter 10: Laws of Disputed Ownership and Possession of animals, slaves and ships Overview: This chapter discusses various cases of disputed ownership involving animals, slaves, movable property, and shared items. It outlines the principles of possession, the role of witnesses, the validity of claims, and the procedures followed by Beit […]

Daily Tanach Monday 5th Marcheshvan Sefer Yirmiyah Chapter 14: A Call to Repentance and the Consequences of Sin

1.      Hashem’s Warnings and Promises Hashem speaks to Yirmiyahu about a severe drought afflicting the land, highlighting the distress in Judah and Jerusalem. Famine and lack of water cause despair, with young people returning empty-handed from their search for water, and farmers mourning as the earth becomes barren. Even nature […]

Daily Tanya Monday 5th Marcheshvan Igeres Hakodesh 26 Part 2: Will We Still Need Halacha in the Days of Mashiach?

5th MarCheshvan: Will We Still Need Halacha in the Days of Mashiach? In this continuation of his critique and analysis, the Alter Rebbe raises additional profound questions regarding the claim in the Zohar that in the days of Mashiach, the study of halachic laws—particularly those related to issur veheter (prohibited […]

Daily Halacha Sunday 4th Marcheshvan: The importance of saying Tachanun and its function in the prayer

The importance of saying Tachanun and its function in the prayer:[1] It is widely observed in many Shuls that the recitation of Tachanun is often approached with reluctance. Many congregants express reservations regarding its announcement, frequently citing concerns about its length or solemn character. There is a discernible readiness to […]

Daily Rambam 1 Chapter Sunday 4th Mar Cheshvan: To’en veNit’an Chapter 9: Ownership and Possession Disputes Regarding Movable Property and Repairs

Toein Vinitan Chapter 9 Title: Ownership and Possession Disputes Regarding Movable Property and Repairs Overview: This chapter from Rambam’s Hilchot To’en VeNit’an (Laws of Claims and Counterclaims) addresses complex legal scenarios involving disputes over ownership of movable items (kelim), particularly when they are in the possession of craftsmans (umanim), renters, […]

Daily Tanach Sunday 4th Marcheshvan Sefer Yirmiyah Chapter 13: Hashem’s Judgment and Mercy

Chapter 13: Hashem’s Judgment and Mercy 1.      Destruction and Mourning of the Land Shepherds have devastated Hashem’s vineyard, turning a once beautiful field into desolation. The land mourns its ruin, with wasteland stretching across the entirety due to neglect and failure to act. Plunderers have overtaken the streams and pastures, […]

Daily Rambam 1 Chapter Thursday 1st Mar Cheshvan: To’en veNit’an Chapter 6: Proper Claims and Responses in Beit Din

📘 To’en veNit’an – Chapter 6: Proper Claims and Responses in Beit Din ✅ Overview This chapter outlines the protocol for presenting claims and responses in Beit Din. It emphasizes the need for clear, detailed statements from both parties to avoid confusion and prevent false oaths. It also discusses when […]

Daily Tanach Thursday 1st Marcheshvan Sefer Yirmiyah Chapter 12: Divine Justice and Betrayal in Yirmiyahu’s Prophecy

1.      The Prophet’s Struggle Yirmiyahu’s complaint: Questions why the wicked prosper while he suffers in righteousness. Hypocrisy of the wicked: They outwardly praise Hashem but inwardly reject His ways. Hashem’s assurance: Yirmiyahu is tested by Hashem, who knows his heart and promises justice. 2.      Judgment Upon the Land Land in […]

Daily Tanya Thursday 1st Marcheshvan Igeres Hakodesh 25: The Duality of Spiritual Forces – Holiness and Impurity in the Human Soul and Nations

Title: The Duality of Spiritual Forces – Holiness and Impurity in the Human Soul and Nations Overview This passage explores the spiritual duality in creation, focusing on the concept of “זה לעומת זה”—the idea that for every force of holiness, there exists a corresponding force of impurity. It examines how […]

Daily Rambam 1 Chapter Wednesday 30th Tishreiy: To’en veNit’an Chapter 5: Cases Exempt from Torah Oaths and Rabbinic Safeguards

To’en veNit’an Chapter 5: Cases Exempt from Torah Oaths and Rabbinic Safeguards 📘 Overview This chapter outlines cases where Torah law does not obligate an oath, even when there is partial admission, a single witness, or a claim involving guardianship. It focuses on property types exempt from Torah oaths, the […]

Daily Tanach Wednesday 30th Tishreiy Sefer Yirmiyah Chapter 11: The Challenges of Judah and Divine Warnings

Chapter 11: The Challenges of Judah and Divine Warnings 1.      Covenant Warnings and Consequences Hashem’s instructions to Yirmiyahu: Yirmiyahu is to proclaim the words of the covenant to the men of Judah and inhabitants of Jerusalem (11:1-2). He is to emphasize the curse upon those who refuse to heed the […]

Daily Tanya Wednesday 30th Tishreiy Igeres Hakodesh 25: The Divine Structure of the Human Soul and Its Cosmic Parallel

Overview This passage explores the spiritual anatomy of the human soul and its correspondence to the Divine Sefirot—the ten emanations through which God interacts with the world. It emphasizes how human faculties mirror the Divine structure and how speech, particularly in Torah study and Mitzvah’s, activates higher spiritual processes. Key […]

Daily Halacha Tuesday 29th Tishreiy: Aborting a Jewish fetus – Termination of Pregnancy in Cases of Fetal Medical Anomaly and Genetic Mutations

Aborting a Jewish fetus – Termination of Pregnancy in Cases of Fetal Medical Anomaly and Genetic Mutations:[1] The decision to terminate a pregnancy due to fetal medical anomalies or genetic mutations is one of the most emotionally and ethically complex challenges a Jewish couple may face. This article explores the […]

Daily Rambam 1 Chapter Tuesday 29th Tishreiy: To’en veNit’an – Chapter 4: Conditions for Modeh B’miktzat and Oath Obligations

To’en veNit’an – Chapter 4 📘 Overview of Chapter 4 – Conditions for Modeh B’miktzat and Oath Obligations This chapter continues the laws of modeh b’miktzat (partial admission), focusing on the conditions under which a Torah-mandated oath applies. It emphasizes the importance of measurable claims, admissions that can be denied, […]

Daily Tanach Tuesday 29th Tishreiy Sefer Yirmiyah Chapter 10: Warnings, Idolatry, and Divine Sovereignty

Chapter 10: Warnings, Idolatry, and Divine Sovereignty 1.      Judgment and Warnings from Hashem Hashem commands Israel to heed His words and not to follow the ways of other nations, especially their fear of celestial signs. Idols crafted by human hands are described as lifeless, powerless, and incapable of good or […]

Daily Tanya Tuesday 29th Tishreiy Igeres Hakodesh 25: The Unity of Divine Speech and the Gradation of Worlds

Overview This passage delves into the mystical concept of how Divine vitality—emanating from God’s speech (“דבר ה’” or “רוח פיו”)—manifests across the four spiritual worlds: Atzilus, Beriah, Yetzirah, and Asiyah. While God’s essence remains absolutely unified and unchanged, the light and life-force undergo progressive concealment through tzimtzumim (contractions) and masachim […]

Daily Rambam 1 Chapter Monday 28th Tishreiy: To’en veNit’an – Chapter 3: The Laws of “Modeh B’miktzat” (Partial Admission) and Oaths

To’en veNit’an – Chapter 3 📘 Overview of Chapter 3 – The Laws of “Modeh B’miktzat” (Partial Admission) and Oaths This chapter explores the Torah law that obligates a defendant to swear when they admit to part of a monetary claim (modeh b’miktzat). It defines the minimum amounts required for […]

Daily Tanya Monday 28th Tishreiy Igeres Hakodesh 25: The Divine Vitality in Exile – A Kabbalistic Perspective on the Spiritual State of the Nations

28th Tishreiy Overview This passage presents a deep mystical explanation from Kabbalistic teachings, particularly rooted in Chassidic thought, regarding the spiritual dynamics of divine vitality in the world, especially outside the Land of Israel. It explores how divine energy flows from the Divine Word (“דבר ה’”) through intermediary spiritual forces […]

Daily Rambam 1 Chapter Sunday 27th Tishreiy: To’en veNit’an – Chapter 2: Laws of Guarantors in Loans

To’en veNit’an – Chapter 2 📘 Overview of Chapter 2 – Suspected Individuals and Oaths This chapter addresses the halachic status of individuals who are suspected of dishonesty, particularly regarding taking oaths in monetary disputes. It outlines who is considered chashud (suspect), the implications for legal proceedings, and how oaths […]

Daily Tanach Sunday 27th Tishreiy Sefer Yirmiyah Chapter 8: The Pain of Zion and Hashem’s Reproof

Chapter 8: The Pain of Zion and Hashem’s Reproof 1.      Hashem’s Judgment and People’s Silence Gathering in fortified cities: The people sit still and gather in silence due to their awareness of Hashem’s punishment for their sins. Poisoned water as a sign: Hashem has given His people poisoned water to […]

Daily Tanya Sunday 27th Tishreiy Igeres Hakodesh 25: Understanding the Concept of “Malchus” and the Divine Speech in Kabbalistic Thought

*As an Amazon Associate I earn from  qualifying purchases. Donate Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website Sign up for Daily Distribution Sponsor an Episode Igeres Hakodesh 25 27th Tishreiy Overview This passage explores the mystical concept of “D’var Hashem” (the Word of God) […]

Parshas Bereishis – PDF! Summary, Torah Or & Likkutei Sichos, Audio Shiurim

The Complete Parsha Companion Download PDF Purchase Parsha Companion Read all Articles online Pshat on The Parsha Parshas Bereishis-Summary of Parsha 1) Creation: 2) Creation of man 3) Creation of woman Click Here Parshas Bereishis-Parsha Bee Click Here Parshas Bereishis-Parsha Insights Click Here Chassidus on The Parsha Parshas Bereishis-Mamar Torah […]

After Sukkos summary of laws: Isru Chag, Tachanun, asking for rain, Sechach and Daled Minim after Sukkos, Shabbos Bereishis, Kiddush during the seventh hour

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 Table of Contents After Sukkos: A. Isru Chag: The name Isru […]

Daily Tanya Thursday 24th Tishreiy Igeres Hakodesh 24: Standing Before the King: The Sanctity of Prayer and the Danger of Distraction

*The article below 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 Sign up for Daily Distribution Sponsor an Episode 🧾 Overview: This passage is a passionate plea for […]

Daily Rambam 1 Chapter Thursday 17th Tishreiy: Malveh Veloveh – Chapter 19: Prioritizing Land in Debt Collection and Buyer Protections

Hilchot Malveh veLoveh – Chapter 19 🏷️ Title Chapter 19: Prioritizing Land in Debt Collection and Buyer Protections 📘 Overview This chapter outlines the halachic rules for collecting debts from a borrower’s property, focusing on which type of land may be seized—iddit (best), beinonit (average), or zibburit (lowest quality). It […]