Do we make a Bracha when we Toivel vessels nowadays?
Question: Do we make a Bracha when we Toivel vessels nowadays? I heard that because the owner of the company of utensils may be a Jew, so we do…
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Question: Do we make a Bracha when we Toivel vessels nowadays? I heard that because the owner of the company of utensils may be a Jew, so we do…
Granite counter tops that are sealed can be Kashered. See here. Porcelain cannot be Kashered.
Question: I left a non-Jewish worker in my house (second floor of house) for several hours to do some work on a bookcase. I told him what time I…
If one fell asleep, they should wash three times. However, it does not need to be done by the bed. If one did not even fall asleep, there is no need…
Question: Someone that was up the whole night – does he say Modeh Ani? Answer: The Rebbe asked this question and didn’t provide us with an answer. Question:…
Question: There are many times one has to wash Negel Vasser like after cutting nails, when wake up, before learning Torah, when scratched scalp, walking into a bathroom, touch…
You can do it if it is a normal thing, i.e. if that kind of noise is normal where you live. Nonetheless, as a matter of ethical practice, you…
The implication of the Alter Rebbe is to put them on the table, but I saw that the Arizal (referenced in the Ketzos Hashulchan) recommends not putting them directly…
Is it okay to feed that to a baby? How about the following baby food- carrots, butternut squash, sweet potato? And if it was cooked with direct steam change…
Regarding taxes- you give Maaser after deducting taxes. Regarding health insurance- it would depend on the arrangement you have with your employer; if you can get this amount in…
Question: Would it be OK to make a Pidyon Haben right before Shkiyah, and then continue the Seuda into Shabbos like a Purim that falls Erev Shabbos? Or would…
Music should not be left on before Shabbos playing over Shabbos. Regarding noise machine, See here.
One who is cremated by their own choice is not mourned nor is Kaddish recited for them. However if it was not by choice or they did not have…
Question: Is it a Halacha or a Minhag to not show physical affection to one's spouse in front of one's children, such as a hug? What is the reason…
The concept of ownership over intellectual property is debated in the Poskim and the general consensus is that when a publisher or producer puts out a new book or…
Question: The 31st day of a B'chor comes out to be on Erev Shabbos, but it would be much easier and more Kavodik to do on Sunday morning. Would…
One should try to wash in a sink which is outside the bathroom. If there is no other option, you should cover the toilet before washing and dry the…
After going to the bathroom, there is no need to wash the amount and method needed for Netilas Yadayim. However, some are particular to wash always three times, especially…
Watches are not Muktzah unless you need to press a button to see the time. Non-working watch: According to many opinions, if the watch is not working it is…
If the blade or bowl do not become hot at all in the process, you may use the same mixer. #2945
