From the Ravs Desk: Latest articles and Q&A [Monday 28th Iyar 5785]

Post Views: 61 Question: Rabbi, is it permissible for me to watch on my computer the recording of my fourth-grade daughter’s school production, in which her classmates, including her, are singing?   Answer: There is no issue of kol isha when listening to a girl who has not yet reached

Post Views: 56 Reciting a Beracha When Immersing Utensils Today Question:I have heard from many people that today—whether according to Chabad or in general—we no longer recite a beracha when immersing utensils, due to the concern that the utensils may have been manufactured in a Jewish‑owned factory. Is this accurate?

Post Views: 62 Subscribe to Receive PDF What Is the Chabad Custom Regarding Minhagei Aveilus During Sefirat HaOmer? Question I would like clarification regarding the official Chabad custom (minhag Chabad) concerning the mourning practices (avelut) observed during Sefirat HaOmer. There are many different customs: some people end the mourning period

Post Views: 140 Getting a Haircut During Sefira in Honor of Shabbos and Rosh Chodesh Combined   Question: I have heard people in shul saying that they’ll be getting a haircut today or tomorrow, even though it’s Sefira, being that it’s permitted to do so in honor of Rosh Chodesh

Post Views: 52 Question While counting the Omer tonight, it suddenly occurred to me that I may have counted the wrong number last night. I do not remember having verbally stated last night’s count at all. I do remember clearly counting two nights ago, including the correct week and day.

Post Views: 46 Subscribe to Receive PDF Question: Is it permitted for a Levi to marry a convert? Answer: Yes, it is permitted. The restriction against marrying a convert applies only to a Kohen and does not apply to a Levi. Accordingly, it is permitted even lechatchilah for a Levi