Halachic Guide - Shavuos | לוח יומי - חג השבועות

Can one conclude from this Ksav Yad that its more lenient to throw out a paper with בס”ד than with ב”ה?

Ksav Yad Kodesh There is a discussion between the Poskim on this subject. Some say that one should be Machmir Le'Chathila to write בס"ד and not ב"ה in order…

I have a Pareve bowl, and I mixed something that was hot and Pareve in it, but mixed it with a (clean) Milchig spoon, which I doubt has been used in the past 24 hours. (Almost sure it wasnt used in 24 hours) Is my bowl now Milchig? If yes, how do I kasher it?

The bowl is still Pareve. Sources: מה שחידש הש"ך בסי' צ"ד ס"ק ט"ו לענין קביעת תשמיש הוא כשהכף הוא בן יומו. וחומרא הוא והבו דלא לוסיף עלה. …

If one has a family member who “went off the Derech”, is it OK to have non Mevushal wine by the table for drinking?

Generally, not okay. However, it depends on the extent of his Chilul Shabbos. It’s advisable to discuss your situation with a Rov. Sources: ראה בה״ג הל׳ שחיטת חולין…

האם אפשר לשים מצה במרק (כלי שלישי) בשבת?

יש מחמירים גם בכלי שלישי. טעמים ומקורות: כ״כ להדיא ביראים סי׳ עדר (אף שבכל דבריו לא הזכיר כלל חשש בישול בכלי שלישי. ועמד בזה בבית ארזים שיח, קפז).…

Which Brocho does one make on a pie with a crust (the crust is here for holding the pie and not for the taste, but it has a taste)?

If the purpose is purely to hold the pie without intending to taste the pie, it would be the Bracha of the pie. Usually, if the crust is sweet…

אישה ילדה שבוע שעבר, והתינוק קצת צהוב. היום נפטר אבא שלה אך היא לא תיסע ללויה. עוד לא ידוע מתי הלויה…

1. מתי תתחיל לשבת שבעה? — מיד. ע״פ אג״ק ו ע׳ קג. וכן נתפשטה ההוראה. והטעמים המבוארים שם שייכים גם לעניננו. ובמק״א - לע״ע אינו מוכן לדפוס - הארכנו.…

I am planning to make a Bar Mitzvah at 7 or 7:30, is there an issue with the timing because of Maariv which can only be Davened much later?

It’s not a problem. But make sure to break for Maariv. See Halacha2go.com #648. #4560

What are minimum and maximum numbers and lengths for the hairs sticking out from head Tefillin base front hole (right for Rashi, central for Rabbeinu Tam)?

There is no minimum amount. although it should be noticeable, not just on the hole. We are particular that it shouldn’t be longer than Shiur כשעורה, approximately 1 cm.…

If someone runs a Gmach that has money that belongs to other people (all the money has to be returned eventually). What principles could there be with regard to someone’s check bouncing? What kinds of limitations are there with regard to contacting him about making the payment?

One who lends money to others is fully entitled to collect the loan. One may ask for repayment, and if a check bounces, one may contact the borrower to…

Full Brachos List

What Bracha do I make on...? A Applesauce Avocado dip (guacamole) B Babka, made with Challah dough Bamba (peanut butter-flavored snack) Beer Bread Blintzes Borekas; water-based dough Borekas;…

How should schools deal with the tuition crisis?

Question: Many schools struggle with finances often forced to raise millions of dollars a year and have difficulty paying their teachers timely and covering their bills. Tuition is discounted…

Does plain sugar in a package need a Hechsher? How about tea & coffee?

Plain sugar - doesn’t need a Hechsher. Plain unflavored tea - doesn’t need a Hechsher. Unflavored coffee beans or Instant coffee - doesn’t need a Hechsher. Some are particular…

What products may one buy in a remote place, like India, without a Hechsher? Pasta? Rice? what about produce? like nuts or spices?

Pasta raw, without eggs or oil - Does not require certification. Quinoa, raw – Does not require certification. Rice, raw or parboiled, unseasoned - Does not require certification. Rice…

Is it permissible to go paintball shooting?

It is important to point out that if this is regarding a camp activity, then whatever written further below has no bearing on what should be done in camp. The…

May I buy Keilim from someone who cooked food in them on Shabbos B’Meizid? How about buying kosher products that were cooked in these Keilim?

The Keilim may be bought but must first be kashered. Food cooked in these Keilim are forbidden. טעמים ומקורות: ראה מג״א שיח, א. פמ״ג בא״א. תהל״ד א. ובאו״א -…

Can we place our BBQ grill on top of a non-kosher BBQ grill in the park?

L'Chatchila one should not do so, unless another layer is placed in between. See also here for more info: https://asktherav.com/article-352-the-halachah-of-shtei-kedeiros-two-pots/ רמ"א סי' צ"ב ס"ח. #4521

I have a pocket of time – 3 weeks during the summer – that I am free. I would love to go to Eretz Yisroel. However, the 9 days are during that time. Flying to and from would not be during the 9 days, but my time there would be. Is that ok? Are there any guidelines for it?

The custom is to avoid traveling unless done for a Mitzvah or if it can’t be delayed. Traveling for fun should not be done during this time. When necessary…

I’ve seen people covering the Challos during the Brocha of Hamotzi on Shabbos. I didn’t see this in the Alter Rebbe’s Shulchan Aruch. Is there any Chabad Minhag regarding this?

While the Alter Rebbe's Shulchan Aruch states to cover the Challos until after Kiddush, rumor has it that the Rebbe had them covered till after Hamotzi. טעמים ומקורות:…

In a shul, about 3 minutes before Shkia someone started to drill a Mechitza into the wall. Shkia came and he was told more than 3 times to stop, but he didn’t…

In a shul, about 3 minutes before Shkiah someone started to drill a Mechitza into the wall. Shkiah came and he was told more than 3 times to stop,…

Prohibition of Talking in the Bathroom

Questions: Is one not allowed to talk when in the bathroom in general, or just when actually using the toilet? Is it OK to make sounds instead of words,…

May a mourner during Shiva take a shower before Shabbos L’kovod Shabbos?

It's just like all other days of mourning. One may not wash in hot water but one may wash their hands, face, and feet in cold water. Alternatively, one…

My parents are paying a lot of money on me and my siblings at this time of year, and I can tell there is financial pressure right now. Can I give them my Ma’aser money before I leave to camp (I wouldn’t tell them it’s Ma’aser)?

Yes. Anyone who fails or struggles to meet their children’s needs is entitled to receive Maaser. Additionally, when there are children over 6 or 13 years old the parent's…

Do women need to answer to a Zimun?

Question: If I understand correctly, women do not take part in a Zimun for Bentching. But are they supposed to answer - "Yehi Shem..." "Baruch She'achalnu..."? Answer: If…

I received an offer to learn Chavrusa with a Lubavitcher Balabos and he will pay me for it. Is there a problem of receiving money for teaching Torah. Especially since I may be teaching him things that he doesn’t know. If it is muter, is it recommended for Hidur Mitzvah? (It will probably cause me to go learn a lot more if he pays me rather then doing it for free).

One may receive money to teach Torah, even when teaching adults if it is needed in order to live properly. However, it is forbidden to accept money if one…

I am looking into buying a flight to EY and I saw a letter from the Rebbe that if possible one should buy tickets from El Al. Does this apply even if a flight from El Al is a couple hundred more expensive than flying with another airline?

Link to The Rebbe's letter in Likkutei Sichos vol. 22 page 332 Where it is significantly more expensive you do not need to buy from El Al. …

Halachic Guide – Shavuos | לוח יומי – חג השבועות