* The article below is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Email The laws of Tisha B’av-Summary-Part 1 The five tragedies that occurred on […]
Chapter 8: Tisha B’av that falls on Sunday
* The article below is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Email Tisha B’av that falls on Sunday This chapter will mention all the […]
What is the law if prior to counting one said that “Today is Lag Baomer”, may he count that night with a blessing?
What is the law if prior to counting one said that “Today is Lag Baomer”, may he count that night with a blessing? If he said the words “Today is Lag Baomer”, he does not fulfill his obligation and may count that night with a blessing.[1] However, some[2] conclude one […]
Purim Meshulash Laws for Jerusalem
Purim Meshulash-When the 15th falls on Shabbos:[1] *The laws below are relevant for Jerusalem residents only! See the Q&A section as well as “From the Rav’s Desk” for further details relevant to the rest of the world by Purim Meshulash, including those relevant to Safek cities. Introduction: When the 15th […]
Chassidic story & lesson for Parshas Vayeishev: A dilemma in “Kiruv”; compromise on Jewish law or face limited success and influence
Chassidic story & lesson for Parshas Vayeishev In this week’s Parsha, Parshas Vayeishev, we learn about the sale of Joseph into slavery in Egypt, and his outstanding righteousness that he retained even in this most corrupt society and despite being distanced from his father and family. Nobody would’ve ever discovered […]
Onah during pregnancy and after birth
This article is an excerpt from our Sefer Buy Now! During pregnancy and nursing:[1] The above minimum obligation of Onah [i.e. twice a week] applies even when one’s wife is pregnant or nursing.[2] [Nonetheless, if the husband is not interested, and his wife is not particular and forgives him, then […]
The Minimum required frequency – The husband’s minimum Onah obligations
*The article below is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Buy on Apple Books Buy on Amazon-Paperback/Kindle eBook Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Donate 2. The Minimum required frequency – The husband’s minimum Onah obligations:[1] A. The general law:[2] As explained in Halacha […]
Parshas Vayeitzei Parsha Bee for kids and adults-Q&A on the Parsha for the Shabbos table
Parshas Vayeitzei Pesukim: 148 Haftorah: Hosheia 11:7-12:14 Number of Mitzvos: There are no Positive or Negative commands mentioned in Parshas Toldos. Yaakov travels to Charan From which city did Yaakov travel? To which city did Yaakov travel? Why did Yaakov stop to sleep in the midst of traveling? […]
Shemini Atzeres & Simchas Torah-Laws & Customs
Shemini Atzeres * Note for those in Eretz Yisrael: Those who keep only one day of Yom Tov [i.e. residents of Eretz Yisrael] fulfil the customs of Simchas Torah on Shemini Atzeres. See the next Chapter for the full details of the laws and customs of Simchas Torah. 1. Is […]
19. Mourning customs applicable on Motzei Tisha B’av-Tenth of Av
* The article below is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Email 19. Mourning customs applicable on Motzei Tisha B’av-Tenth of Av:[1] A. […]
