Importance of verbalizing words of Torah and not learning in mere thought The two forms of writing – Ink versus Inscription: The verse states, “Im Bechukosaiy Teileichu/and if you walk in My statutes [then you will receive the following reward].” The use of the term Bechukosai remains to be understood […]
Parshas Vayeitzei-Summary of Parsha, Torah Or, Likkutei Sichos, Video Shiurim; Halachos, Stories
Download PDF Parshas Vayeitzei-Summary of Parsha Click Here Parshas Vayeotzei-Parsha Bee Click Here Parshas Vayeitzei-Parsha Insights Not Available Parshas Vayeitzei-Mamar Torah Or The mystical levels of Leah and Rachel Click Here Parshas Vayeitzei-Selected Teachings from Torah Or 1) The meaning of a stone becoming the house of G-d; 2) Function […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Latest articles and Q&A
May one attach two sides of his clothing using a safety pin? May one attach two sides of his clothing using a safety pin?[1] Regarding making it into a double stitch: Some Poskim[2] rule that this should not be done. Others[3] rule that so long as it is not meant […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Latest articles, Q&A on spas, bris
May one bathe for pleasure purposes during the 12 months of mourning for a parent [i.e. Jacuzzi/spa] Yes. After the conclusion of Shloshim, starting from the morning of the 30th day, the mourner may bathe and shower without restriction, and hence there is no restriction against using a Jacuzzi or […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Q&A on Jacuzzis and churches
May one daven or learn Torah in a hotel room that contains a Jacuzzi, such as a couples Zimmer? May one daven or learn Torah in a hotel room that contains a Jacuzzi, such as a couples Zimmer?[1] Yes. It is permitted to study Torah and Daven in such a […]
From the Rav’s Desk: Q&A on RC Kisleiv & More
When to celebrate birthday and Bar/Bas Mitzvah if born on the 30th of Kisleiv Question: [Monday 2nd Teves 5782] Today the 30th day of Kisleiv, we Baruch Hashem had a baby boy. I am wondering when this boy will celebrate his birthday in future years when there isn’t 30th day […]
From the Rav’s Desk – Q&A on after birth care and more
Is a husband obligated to provide his wife with cleaning help after birth Is a husband obligated to provide his wife with cleaning help after birth?[1] Some Poskim[2] rule that a husband is obligated to hire a worker to help his wife after she gives birth in order so she […]
From the Rav’s Desk – Q&A on Kerias Hatorah & More
Mourner during Shiva is tenth man and is a Kohen – What to do? What should be done in a Shiva home if the mourner is a Kohen or Levi and is the 10th man for the minyan regarding leaving the room by the Aliyah of Kohen or Levi? He […]
From the Rav’s Desk – Q&A on Does G-d need us
Does G-d need us? A balanced solution from the Alter Rebbe to a much debated subject Does G-d truly not know whether to desire the actions of the righteous versus the actions of the wicked? [Likkutei Torah Tzav] The Midrash Raba on Bereishis writes on the verse, “Vayehi Or/And there […]
From the Rav’s Desk – Q&A on Shlichus & More
Every Jew is a Shliach Every Jew is an emissary of G-d and contains His power of attorney: In Jewish law we find a concept known as Shlichus, otherwise known as an emissary who contains power of attorney to perform certain actions on behalf of the sender. For example, it […]
