There are many ovens on the market, and it is impossible in this short space to investigate and address every single model. The best we can do is provide…
There are many ovens on the market, and it is impossible in this short space to investigate and address every single model. The best we can do is provide…
Question: If someone is working in a Jewish institution and for security reasons carries a gun, is it permissible to carry it on Shabbos as well? Answer: If…
While it is forbidden to directly filter on Shabbos due to Borer (see Alter Rebbe's Shulchon Aruch 319: 23), if a filter is attached to the faucet it is…
It is forbidden to use on Shabbos. Sources: עיין סימן שמ מש"ז ס"ק ג בנוגע אותיות שפולטים ע"י האש שאסור מדרבנן, ואע"פ שאינו דומה ממש, דהתם מתכוון -…
The primary issue with putting together jigsaw puzzles is the issue of writing (Koisev), while taking them apart is the issue of erasing (Moichek). The prohibitions of writing and…
Yes. Sources: יל״ע מצד הגדול, אם הלבשת התינוק היא בגדר גרמא ע״ד סוף חמה לבא, או שהוא בגדר כח כחו, וגם שהההפרשה עדיין אינה בעולם (אף שנמצאת במעי…
It is forbidden to eat or drink anything between washing the hands and eating the Challah. Sources: שו"ע אדה"ז סימן רעא סעיף כג. קצות השלחן סימן עט סעיף…
If you turn off the hot water system completely, so it’s not operational over Shabbos, you may use the cold water. It is worthwhile to test it before Shabbos. …
Question: Is it permissible to make tea and coffee in a Keli Shlishi using instant coffee or tea bags, or is this considered coloring the water? Answer: Almost…
It is permitted to carry in a hospital on Shabbos. Sources: ראה שו״ת מהרש״ם ו, יז ע״פ ב״י סשפ״ב ד״ה ומ״ש ואם יש (וראה שו״ע אדה״ז שע, ב במוסגר):…
Firstly, instant soups contain in them many different ingredients, and although some of them were pre-cooked, some other added ingredients might not be pre-cooked. It is hard to state…
I should point out that there are many opinions amongst Chabad Rabbonim on this matter. Some say that an adult may not eat foods that have a picture on…
If it is possible to open the package without ripping the letters then one may attempt to do so even if there is a chance that he may accidentally…
It is permitted to wear it on Shabbos despite the electrical effects. One may also carry them outdoors in a place with no Eiruv, if attached to the individual's…
Question: Is it a problem to pour hot water into a Kli Sheni that still has drops of water in it from being used previously? What about pouring from…
Firstly, one needs to ensure that there is no tearing on letters or designs when opening any package. If it is possible to open the package without ripping the…
Yes. But the necklace has to be made before Shabbos. It may also be worn in a place where there’s no eiruv. Sources: עיין משנה שבת ס״ה וגמרא…
Since the sterno is a fire/heat element, it has the same Halacha as a regular stove top. Therefore, first you would have to create some type of Blech if…
Question: If a husband must wear a hospital bracelet when his wife is in the hospital, is he permitted on Shabbos to walk outside with it on? If no,…
Question: What is the Halacha regarding adding mayonnaise on Shabbos to grated eggs to make egg salad or to the yolks to make deviled eggs? Answer: One may…
Watches are generally not Muktzah. See more here: https://asktherav.com/2940-are-all-watches-permissible-to-be-worn-on-shabbos-are-they-muktzeh/ Regarding wearing a watch outside in a place with no Eruv, below is a brief discussion on the topic:…
