Question: We had a guest on Pesach, who when they left, we found they took the magnetic push pins on the refrigerator, and arranged them as the first two…
Question: We had a guest on Pesach, who when they left, we found they took the magnetic push pins on the refrigerator, and arranged them as the first two…
Question: I'd like to wear a mask to shul on Shabbos, but I'd rather not walk around outside in it because it's stuffy. Can I adjust the mask downwards…
Question: Many have a custom to keep a sock on their tap over Pesach, to make sure that no Chametz will come out of the tap, What should we…
Question: Is it permitted to go swimming or dip one's feet in a swimming pool on Shabbos or Yom Tov? Answer: Swimming - No. Dipping your feet -…
Question: I usually wear a mask when between people indoors, not on the street. If I want to go to shul Shabbos does this present a problem of carrying?…
התרת קשר בשבת במקום צורך
שאלה: שלום הרב. מה אפשר לעשות אם בטעות לפני שבת קשרתי את הנעליים בשתי קשרים, האם אני יכול להתיר את הקשר בשביל להוריד את הנעליים (לפני שאני הולך לישון)?…
בערב שבת שמתי על כירה תבשיל יבש שמבושל כל צרכו, אחרי כניסת שבת ראיתי ששכחתי להדליק את האש, האם מותר להעביר אותה לכירה עם אש דולק?
מכיוון שמדובר בתבשיל יבש לגמרי ומבושל כבר לגמרי לפני שבת, ע"כ מותר לחמם את המאכל בשבת (כי אין בישול אחר בישול בדבר יבש), אבל זה מותר רק באופן ששמים את זה סמוך לאש…
Here's a link to the spoon. Answer: This would be problematic to use on Shabbos, see here: https://asktherav.com/can-i-use-on-shabbos-a-black-mug-that-when-you-put-hot-water-in-it-the-mug-changes-from-black-to-whatever-picture-you-have-on-it/ #13063
Yes. Sources: נחלקו הפוסקים לענין מחיקת טשטוש דיו שבידיו בשבת, ראה ברכ״י שמ, ב. טל אורות מלאכת מוחק. חיי״א מ, ח ובנשמ״א שם ב. עיקרי הד״ט יד, י…
Question: Is it permitted to tie a beard on Shabbos and Yom Tov? Is the use of beard oils permitted on Shabbos and Yom Tov? Answer: Tying hair…
To dry the hair lightly so it shouldn't be squeezing deliberately, you should also use a towel so that you don't mind it getting wet. Sources: סימן שכ"ו…
You cannot melt it on Shabbos. If it's already melted you may massage it lightly for pleasure. Otherwise, one may not give a massage on Shabbos. Sources: להמיס…
Question: Many Jewish magazines and/or newspapers come with a closed plastic wrapper over them. Is it permitted to tear it open on Shabbos to read the magazine? Answer:…
Drawing a picture is included in the Melacha of writing. Writing or drawing on the condensation on the window is also forbidden on Shabbos. Sources: לענין ציורים -…
If the string tying the shoes together is knotted one should not cut that string. Sources: יש ב’ דברים שיש לחוש בכגון דא, מכה בפטיש ומתיר. מכה בפטיש:…
Yes. שו״ת אג״מ או״ח א, קז. שש״כ יח, כט. #11946
Question: When I prepare my Shabbos meal, like cutting salads etc., I start way in advance because BH I have a baby and I need to stop in middle…
If you would not walk in the house without these supports, then you may go out with these. Sources: והרי גם בכסא גלגלים יש מקילים. וכש״כ בזה שאינו…
Please note that the following answer addresses only the issue of Borer, not Bishul. One may not use a french press on Shabbos due to the Issur of Borer. Pour-Over Coffee:…
Yes. As long as you push lightly and the swing doesn't move more than four Amos (Aprox. 5.5 feet). Same rule applies even if there is a fence, if…
Full Question: This Shabbos an Eruv was constructed by a few of my neighbors. The Eruv was constructed in front of a number of houses, and included the sidewalk…
Rinsing and placing in the dishwasher is allowed. This is not considered preparing from Shabbos for the weekday as it cleans the kitchen in honor of Shabbos. However, you…
Question: I have a question about cooking a roast in a bag in the crockpot. I fill the pot with water and potatoes I put the meat in a…
One may walk outside on Shabbos with a mask if it is worn properly that it won't fall off. See here: https://asktherav.com/8217-is-there-any-halachic-issue-with-wearing-a-scarf-outside-on-shabbos-in-a-way-that-it-covers-the-mouth-and-nose-if-this-isnt-the-normal-way-of-wearing-it-and-is-this-in-any-way-preferable-over-wea/ https://asktherav.com/9812-wearing-a-mask-outdooes-on-shabbos/ #8296
Question: Can I warm up a cold Challah (or other dry baked foods) on Shabbos day by putting it in an oven that is on from before Shabbos? Or…
