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The Mikva Bor in yeshiva over 4 years ago had rain water. The regular Bor is higher then the Otzar and it overflows very often so over the 4 years all the rain water is gone. Can we still Toivel Keilim in the Otzar?

First, in clarification of your question – In Mikvah construction, Otzar more correctly refers to a backup reservoir of rainwater which issued to replenish the main rainwater Bor without having to wait for…

Can I use a tub of water (e.g. an inflatable pool) for a men’s Mikvah? And what are things that I can do to make it better like attach it to the ground etc.

Can I use a tub of water (e.g. an inflatable pool) for a men's Mikvah? And what are things that I can do to make it better like attach it…

Can I take a shower after going to the Mikvah for men?

There is a prevailing custom among men—in addition to the tradition of Tevilas Ezra, dating back to the times of the second Bais Hamikdash —to use a Mikvah for spiritual…

Is there any issue for men going to Mikva on Yom Tov (in a swimming pool) with a bathing suit? Does going Mikva in a bath tub help/work?

(Is there any difference between going Mikva for Tosefes Taharah and Takonas Ezra)? Answer: Men may go into a swimming pool for the purpose of Mikva. You may Tovel without…