Can I watch a Rebbe video before saying Brochos?
Question:
Is it permissible to watch a Rebbe video in the morning, while still in bed, after Modeh Ani and Negel Vasser?
Would there be a difference between, for example, watching the Rebbe talking at a Farbrengen or watching the Rebbe give out Kos Shel Brocha?
Answer:
A video of the Rebbe talking should not be viewed before Birchas Hatorah. A video of the Rebbe davening or giving out Kos Shel Beracha, dollars or kuntresim would be permissible (provided in a respectful manner).
See sources here:
- Halacha2go #259
- Halacha2go #260
- Halacha2go #602
- Kinus Torah following Shavuos 5775.
See also here:
#9738