Halachic Guide - Shavuos | לוח יומי - חג השבועות

Selling one room to the Goy for Pesach

Question: I am going away for the full Pesach, but my family will be staying at home. Can I just lock up my individual bedroom (and instead of cleaning…

We were learning about Tznius and a few questions came up…

What is the standard for the Crown Heights community as far as Jeans? Is it accepted or not supposed to be worn? Jeans skirts should not be worn. They…

בתפילין שלי מצאו שפרשיות של תפילין של רש”י ור’ת הוחלפו ואינו יודע אם משעת היצירה נתחלף או לאחרי שהנחתים. מה עלי לעשות האם להשאירם כך או לשנותם כבתחילה?

יש לסדרן מחדש כראוי. מראי מקומות: אות חיים ושלום לד, יג. ודלא כשו״ת אבני חן ו. והנה, באות חיים ושלום שם מדבר בהוחלפו לאחרי שכבר הונחו כתיקונן, אבל…

Can a Jew eat Kosher Meat that is blessed by Muslims?

Full Question: I came across an interesting situation. There is meat that is Kosher slaughtered (certified by X) but during the Kosher slaughter Muslims say their blessing on it…

האם יש ענין בנוגע לד’ כוסות להחמיר כשיטת הצל”ח/חזו”א?

אין סיבה לעשות כן. מקורות: בכלל, חזר בו אדה״ז משיעור הנ״ל (ראה שו"ע רבינו הזקן הל' נדה קצ, יג. שו״ת שארית יהודה יו״ד יא. צ״צ יו״ד קב. שם…

Tehillim, Davening & learning while Nursing

Question: Does a mother have to wash her hands before reciting Tehilim etc. if she touched somewhere meant to be covered, since it is not too practical or possible…

I wanted to know if Maos Chitim is only for food for Pesach or all Pesach expenses (clothing etc.). Let’s say someone I know can use help with money but is not making Pesach (eating all meals by someone else) can I still use Maaser money to give to them towards other Yom Tov expenses?

Maos Chitim was originally instituted as a tax on every person to help those that are in need for Pesach with wheat or Matzos. Over time it has been…

Is it permissible/ideal to eat food with a Lubavitch Hechsher cooked in Keilim that were used to cook food without a Lubavitch Hechsher?

Specifically: Lubavitch meat cooked in Keilim or in an oven which were used to cook non-Lubavitch meat but with a good hechsher? How about Parve food (such as fish,…

קבלת שבת לפני צאת הכוכבים

שאלה: יש מנין שמקדימים הכנסת ש״ק ומנסים להתפלל מנחה לפני פלג המנחה. יוצא לפעמים שלפני פלג עדיין חסר מהמנין. והם רוצים לדעת האם עדיף שיתפללו ביחידות לפני הפלג או…

Is there any kosher issues about duck eggs?

You may only buy eggs from a kosher species of duck, meaning one with a מסורה. See here. Which species of ducks are permissible? Particularly, are Indian Runners…

ביצי ברווזים

שאלה: יש לי 2 ברווזים לבנים, זכר ונקבה, הנקבה מטילה ביצה כמעט כל יום האם מותר לאכול את הביצים? האם הן כשרות? האם בהכרח ימצא בהם דם? מענה:…

Do I need a Hecsher on lipstick with the following ingredients?

Ingredients: caprylic/capric triglyceride, kaolin, hydrogenated polyisobutene, ozokerite, ceresin, helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil, tocopherol (vitamin E), cocos nucifera (coconut) extract, lonicera caprifolium (honeysuckle) flower extract, lonicera japonica (honeysuckle) flower…

Is listening to Chabad Nigunim allowed during Sefira (with musical instruments)?

Does it make a difference if it is just the melody of the Nigun as opposed to with chords, or other types of harmony? Are we more strict with…

Milchig was cooked on a Fleish pan (which the pan was not used for about two weeks). A plastic Milchig spatula was used to stir the cooking food and then the contents were put hot on Milchig plates. Metal Milchig utensils were used to eat (which the Milchige utensils were last used two days prior). Meat was not noticed until after eating. Can I kosher the Fleishig pan, and how. The Milchig spatula, plate and utensils?

The Fleishig pan needs to be Kashered. Turn the pan upside down on the fire and allow the heat to penetrate for several minutes. The Milchig utensils are all…

If I have Mukztah in my coat pockets that I can not take out by shaking it, the only way I can take it out is by putting my hands in it, how can I remove it?

Also can I move this coat from one room to another if there is something inside the pocket other than Muktza, like keys? Answer: If you did not…

Does a Sous vide device/pot require Tevilas Keilim?

A Sous-vide machine generally has two parts: An immersion heating element – This does not require Tevilah. The water tub – If made of metal or glass, it is best to Toivel without…

I saw on the website that its forbidden to use a Sous vide for Shabbos, I’ve read elsewhere that its allowed. Can you please clarify?

Full Question: I read the article regarding the usage of Sous Vide on Shabbos, I also noticed an article from the OK on this topic, among other things they…

Sanitary bladder pads & words of Torah

Question: I have weak pelvic muscles & my bladder leaks often: when I cough or sneeze or stand up. I now wear thick bladder protection pads all day (not…

If I have a hat or Tallis (etc.) that is special for Shabbos, and I want to get a nicer one, is there an issue to now wear that item during the week? – whether because the item is being demoted or because its problematic to wear Shabbos clothes during the week?

There is no Halacha forbidding one from doing so. However, some have adopted a Midas Chassidus not to change the Shabbos clothes to weekday, because of being demoted. This…

In regards to washing ones hands before Davening, is it OK to wash, eat and then Daven -if care was taken not to touch shoes etc.- or is it regardless necessry to wash again?

If you intended originally to wash your hands for Davening, then you do not need to wash your hands again after eating, so long that you didn’t touch covered…

Is there an obligation to recite “Birchos Hashachar” and “Shemah” before eating in the morning?

One may not eat before Davening. However, if one is hungry and not eating can disturb their concentration during Davening, it’s permissible to eat. The Rebbeim encouraged eating to…

Is it permitted to recite “Al Netilas Yadayim” immediately after Na’agel Vaser, or it must be recited only after the second time washing?

You should wash your hands by your bed then go to the bathroom, wash your hands a second time, and then recite the blessing "Al Netilas Yadayim" after wiping…

I will be in my home on the 14th of Nissan at night, but leaving to a Passover program and arriving after Chatzos on the 14th by day. I will not be home at all during Passover. What should I do as far as searching for Chametz? I assume I should search one room with a blessing at my house the evening of the 14th, and just check for any actual Chametz in the hotel room?

Correct. you should search one room at home on the evening of the 14th with a blessing and do not include it in the sale of Chametz. On the…

Are allowed to use a lighter to light Shabbos candles or you can only use a match?

There is a Minhag to drop the match right after lighting the candles. The reason for this custom is because the woman accepts Shabbos as soon as she finishes…

האם גופייה לכל יום שאין לה שרוולים בעיתית לטלית או שזה לא מעכב?

מעיקר הדין אין בעיה (ואדרבה לפי מנהגנו - מנהג המקובלים - יש ללבשו מתחת לכל המלבושים. אבל בכתבי האריז״ל מבואר שלובשים אותו מעל החלוק. ויש שכתבו הטעם בכדי שלא…

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