Halachic Guide - Shavuos | לוח יומי - חג השבועות

What is important to ascertain when looking into a Shiduch with a child of Geirim? (they went through with a few Geirus procedures, last one -L’eChumra. It’s unknown at which point their daughter was born).

Such matters should not be “self-assessed”, Rather, you should ensure that you receive verification from a Rov (who has specific expertise in such matters) that there are no concerns regarding…

I direct a Yeshivas Kayitz and the head counselor planned a trip of horseback riding for one of the nine days. Is this a problem?

There is no halachic objection to go horseback riding in the nine days, particularly with regards to children. Obviously, safety precautions are important at all times, and especially during…

What is the Tafkid of a Jewish woman in this world according to the Torah?

In a talk by the Rebbe in honor of the 4th yartzeit of the Rebbetzin on the 22nd of Shevat 5752, the Rebbe said that the role of Jewish…

Halachically – how long is a wig allowed to be? Since the whole point of a wig is it shouldn’t look like hair, but nowadays they look even better than hair.

The main idea is that the wig should be Tznius in nature that is, that the hair should not be long and wavy. Rabbi Mordechai Ashkenazi Z”L put out…

Are there clothing colors that women are not allowed to wear according to halacha? (Red, white, etc.)

A garment which is all red or majority red is forbidden for a woman to wear since this color portrays a feeling of “Pritzus” (free-ness or promiscuity) and it…

Are women’s faces allowed to be printed on newspapers (or websites)?

There are differing views in this matter. In general, Charedi newspapers are very stringent. The below is only a brief outlook of what seems to be the Rebbe’s view:…

Are women allowed to give a speech when their audience is 50% men as well?

This is not proper for a religious crowd. [1] Poskim advise against this. Some even forbid it outright. [2] However, if the crowd is not religious, and the purpose is…

Is a random get together of people for comedy purposes allowed? (Comedy show)

Yes, if the comedy is clean and there is separate seating between men and women with a Mechitza as explained in question #2806 (2). #2806 (6)

Is lesbian (gay) by women allowed? Is it forbidden?

Lesbian sexual relations are forbidden, at the very least Rabbinically. [1] The discussion is in Yevamos 76a. This is also an explicit ruling in the Shulchan Aruch (Even Haezer…

Can you give me some examples where the Torah treats women as special, precious, and where it says that men need to unconditionally respect their wives, etc.

The Torah commands a man to make his new wife who he married happy, [1] thus he may not travel in the first year of marriage without her permission.…

Are women allowed to be in the public’s eye? As in: social media star, make videos for the public men and women’s eye, etc.

This is not fitting with the rules of Tznius. Even if a woman will dress and speak in a Tznius way, nonetheless there is the concern that a woman…

Are men and women allowed to sit together? (At a concert, event, etc.)

Mixed seating for men and women at Jewish events is forbidden and is a breach in Tznius laws. See some of the following sources: Tractate Sukkos 52a where in…

Are men allowed to look at women? (Not talking about family of course) and in what setting are men allowed to look at women?

The Torah says, “…and you shall not stray after your eyes…”. The simple meaning of this prohibition is staring at a woman (for her beauty) who is Ervah (forbidden to…

שפיכת מים לפני השתיה

שאלה: האם צריכים לשפוך טיפה מכל משקה ששותים לפני השתיה? והאם זה משנה באם המים מגיעים מברז? ומהו המקור למנהג זה? מענה: נכון לנהוג כן. להטעם - עיין במקורות…

What would be the best way to Halachically mark attendance of Talmidim on Shabbos?

Would it be permissable to have a folder with a different tab for each Talmid, and when he comes late to put a piece of paper that says "5…

Is this something that we should get another medical opinion? Is it OK to do this procedure (considered ‘minor’) on a Friday afternoon?

Question: An ENT examined our son in regards to his poor hearing and gave us several options to choose from, to deal with this. We discussed the options with…

Is Tachanun said in Krias Shema Al HaMitah on Motzoei Rosh Chodesh?

The Rebbe asked this question at a Farbrengen and left it unresolved. One approach is to wait till after midnight to say it then. Sources: https://asktherav.com/tachanun-at-night-after-rosh-chodesh/ …

What Bracha does one make on peanut butter?

Since the actual peanut is not noticeable any more (in creamy peanut butter), its Bracha is She'hakol. Even in chunky peanut butter, if the pieces were added to the…

האם מותר לשים לפני שבת תחבושת דבק לרפואה הנדבק בתוך בגד וללכת כך בשבת ברחוב במקום שאין עירוב?

מותר מקורות: עיין שו''ע סימן ש'א, סעיף כב. שועה''ר שם ס''כ. #4598

Is there a way to have a Goy bid on a house for you, if the auction is taking place on Shabbos? He would have to show up with a check of a significant amount in hand and actually buy it.

Where there is no choice one may do it. Sources: אף שהקנין חל בשבת - ולדעת רעק״א קנט ג״ז אסור - הרי במחלוקת שנוי. וי״א בדעת אדה״ז להיתר.…

Is it acceptable to use Maaser to train in First Aid/CPR/AED, being that it is to save other people’s lives and rarely benefits the trainee?

You would be able to use Maaser if all of the following apply: 1. You are not benefitting financially from this training, such as by obtaining a paid job…

Flying from LAX to Mel, Monday night flight, if I cross the dateline before Chatzos, (or even after Chatzos, but before Alos), do I need to Daven a 2nd Maariv? (and do I repeat Shmone Esrei to make up for Tuesday Mincha?)

You should daven Maariv only once, and then Daven Shacharis after it becomes light, by which time it is Wednesday morning (due to crossing the Dateline). Explanation: The…

Halachic Guide – Shavuos | לוח יומי – חג השבועות

What is important to ascertain when looking into a Shiduch with a child of Geirim? (they went through with a few Geirus procedures, last one -L’eChumra. It’s unknown at which point their daughter was born).

I direct a Yeshivas Kayitz and the head counselor planned a trip of horseback riding for one of the nine days. Is this a problem?

What is the Tafkid of a Jewish woman in this world according to the Torah?

Halachically – how long is a wig allowed to be? Since the whole point of a wig is it shouldn’t look like hair, but nowadays they look even better than hair.

Are there clothing colors that women are not allowed to wear according to halacha? (Red, white, etc.)

Are women’s faces allowed to be printed on newspapers (or websites)?

Are women allowed to give a speech when their audience is 50% men as well?

Is a random get together of people for comedy purposes allowed? (Comedy show)

Is lesbian (gay) by women allowed? Is it forbidden?

Can you give me some examples where the Torah treats women as special, precious, and where it says that men need to unconditionally respect their wives, etc.

Are women allowed to be in the public’s eye? As in: social media star, make videos for the public men and women’s eye, etc.

Are men and women allowed to sit together? (At a concert, event, etc.)

Are men allowed to look at women? (Not talking about family of course) and in what setting are men allowed to look at women?

שפיכת מים לפני השתיה

What would be the best way to Halachically mark attendance of Talmidim on Shabbos?

Is this something that we should get another medical opinion? Is it OK to do this procedure (considered ‘minor’) on a Friday afternoon?

Is Tachanun said in Krias Shema Al HaMitah on Motzoei Rosh Chodesh?

What Bracha does one make on peanut butter?

האם מותר לשים לפני שבת תחבושת דבק לרפואה הנדבק בתוך בגד וללכת כך בשבת ברחוב במקום שאין עירוב?

Is there a way to have a Goy bid on a house for you, if the auction is taking place on Shabbos? He would have to show up with a check of a significant amount in hand and actually buy it.

Is it acceptable to use Maaser to train in First Aid/CPR/AED, being that it is to save other people’s lives and rarely benefits the trainee?

Flying from LAX to Mel, Monday night flight, if I cross the dateline before Chatzos, (or even after Chatzos, but before Alos), do I need to Daven a 2nd Maariv? (and do I repeat Shmone Esrei to make up for Tuesday Mincha?)

The Mezuzah of the front door to my apartment fell down, do I make a new Bracha when I put it up?

Is it necessary to scrub the oven clean between cooking uncovered fish and cooking meat?

האם מותר ע”פ הלכה להתקין במחשב שלי את התוכנות וורד ופטשופ וכו’ הפרוצים?