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תשובה: לפענ״ד פשוט וברור ללא כל ספק שעליהם לשמור שני ימים. ומותר להם לקבוע מנין בציבור בפרהסיא. וכן גם לענין מלאכה אין צורך להחמיר לא להתראות בפניהם שאינו עושה מחמת האיסור. והמחמיר בזה יחמיר. מקורות: וכמ״ש בשו״ת אבקת רוכל להב״י כו שכך נעשה מימי…
Question: Is there an inyan to leave the Shabbos tablecloth on Motzaei Shabbos? My wife wants the house to be cleaned and she prefers the (fresh) weekday tablecloth, but I always feel a little uncomfortable taking off the Shabbos… Question: Is there an inyan to leave the Shabbos tablecloth on Motzaei Shabbos? My wife wants the house to be cleaned and she prefers the (fresh) weekday tablecloth, but I always feel a little uncomfortable taking off the Shabbos one so soon. (Is it like Shabbos clothes?) Answer: Preferably, one should remove the Shabbos tablecloth after Havdalah and then place a new one for Melave Malka. This new one should be respectable. It’s questionable whether one should ideally avoid using a tablecloth that is ordinarily used for weekday meals. Many, however, are accustomed to leave the Shabbos tablecloth…Show more
Question: Is a goyah allowed to change the setting on my crockpot on Shabbos or Yom Tov from High to Low or from Low to “keep-warm”? Is turning it up a problem? Like from "keep-warm" to the “low” setting?… Question: Is a goyah allowed to change the setting on my crockpot on Shabbos or Yom Tov from High to Low or from Low to “keep-warm”? Is turning it up a problem? Like from "keep-warm" to the “low” setting? Also can I tell her these instructions in advance? For example, on Friday I tell her “on Monday morning (day 1 of Yom Tov) please change the crockpot setting from high to low.” What about adding more water into the hot water urn? Shabbos/Yom Tov? Answer: 1. A non-Jew may be told on Yom Tov to change the setting…Show more
Question: According to the Alter Rebbe, starting a new fire on Yom Tov is a shvus. So is Amira Lanochri. Can I, therefore, ask a non-Jew to turn on my oven on Yom Tov. (Milchig oven does not… Question: According to the Alter Rebbe, starting a new fire on Yom Tov is a shvus. So is Amira Lanochri. Can I, therefore, ask a non-Jew to turn on my oven on Yom Tov. (Milchig oven does not have Sabbath mode and will automatically shut off after 12 hours etc). I can tape the button that pops out when you open the door to alleviate the issues that poses. Answer: Indeed, lighting a fire on Yom Tov (but not on Shabbos, of course) and Amirah Lenachri are both considered Shvus. The Halacha is that "Shvus…Show more
Absolutely forbidden. It goes against all basic rules of modesty. Furthermore, it touches upon the worst prohibitions in Torah, namely, it’s halachically considered an extension of adultery. All Torah sages have ruled so and voiced their strong opposition to… Absolutely forbidden. It goes against all basic rules of modesty. Furthermore, it touches upon the worst prohibitions in Torah, namely, it’s halachically considered an extension of adultery. All Torah sages have ruled so and voiced their strong opposition to any form of drafting women in the army. The Rebbe explained that women who are in the army are actually endangering the entire army, ruining themselves and others. They should instead focus on fulfilling their primary mission, building Jewish families. Sources: איסור חמור לבנות להתגייס לצבא - אג״מ יו״ד ד,…Show more
Yes. Shabbos & Yom Tov, including Chol Hamo’ed. Erev Yom Tov. Purim. Aseres Yemei Teshuvah. And according to many opinions - on Fast Days. In the later years, the Rebbe made it clear that weddings can take place even… Yes. Shabbos & Yom Tov, including Chol Hamo’ed. Erev Yom Tov. Purim. Aseres Yemei Teshuvah. And according to many opinions - on Fast Days. In the later years, the Rebbe made it clear that weddings can take place even on dates when the custom was to avoid in the past (such as in the second half of most months), as explained on pages 14-15 of the Wedding Guide. Nonetheless, it is important to note that it is obvious that this is only true when the wedding will take place earlier. In other words: in the instance when one can…Show more
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Question: In light of the current social upheaval (rioting and looting, and especially against white people, not to mention antisemitism), I am considering learning how to shoot a gun and owning one. Is there any halachic significance to this?… Question: In light of the current social upheaval (rioting and looting, and especially against white people, not to mention antisemitism), I am considering learning how to shoot a gun and owning one. Is there any halachic significance to this? Even if permitted, is it advisable? Is there any hora'ah from the Rebbe(s)? Answer: We await the day when "they shall beat their swords into plowshares". In general, Torah commands us to protect ourselves, see here, Thus, there is no Halachic prohibition against owning a gun for protection, provided it's legal and will be kept in a safe manner.…Show more
If the doctor says you must do it now, yes. Otherwise, it should be delayed till after Yom Tov. Sources: במחה״ש סוסי׳ תסח שאם אמר לו הרופא צריך לשמוע…
There is a prohibition to Kovaya Seuda before davening in case they might forget to daven before the zman tefilla, however, one is allowed to snack on fruits and other foods and eat bread or mezonos up to… There is a prohibition to Kovaya Seuda before davening in case they might forget to daven before the zman tefilla, however, one is allowed to snack on fruits and other foods and eat bread or mezonos up to a beitza (2 kzaysim). Before Shacharis, one may not eat at all. If not eating disturbs one’s kavanah in davening, one may be lenient to eat before Shacharis. Chassidim would be particular to eat before Shacharis in such cases. But since the purpose was not to be kovaya seudah they would ordinarily eat mezonos and not bread. Bichlal…Show more
The accepted custom recorded in Shulchan Aruch is that this Mitzvah does not apply in Chutz L'aretz. In addition, Kohanim nowadays are generally only Kohanim based on Chazaka, thus they can not rightfully claim it. Sources: כפסק המחבר יו״ד סא, כא שכן נהגו שאינו נוהג…
It should be thick enough that she should not be able to see through it, nor should others be able to see her. Explanation: There are a number of reasons why a Kallah wears a veil: The two… It should be thick enough that she should not be able to see through it, nor should others be able to see her. Explanation: There are a number of reasons why a Kallah wears a veil: The two reasons implied in Shulchan Oruch (Even Hoezer 31:2) are: For the sake of Tznius. To indicate that the Kallah consents to the marriage irrespective of the true value of the ring, to the point that she doesn’t even need to see it. It is self-evident that these two aspects are achieved only with a veil that is opaque and not…Show more
Questions: Can one open a new shirt from its package on Shabbos? Can one remove the threaded attachments to a suit? Can one remove a cleaners tag on Shabbos? Answers: 1. Opening shirt package: Since the package is… Questions: Can one open a new shirt from its package on Shabbos? Can one remove the threaded attachments to a suit? Can one remove a cleaners tag on Shabbos? Answers: 1. Opening shirt package: Since the package is generally not glued together, one may open it on Shabbos (if it is glued closed it should be cut on a different area than the glue). One should always be careful not to tear any letters on the package. Removing the plastic/metal pins that hold the shirt together is fine. However, the cardboard as well as the pins are muktza…Show more
Question: Is it inappropriate to go skydiving with a male instructor? It's all done very professionally. It's the same idea as a doctor. I'm just wondering because it's a very close touch. There are no woman instructors. Answer:… Question: Is it inappropriate to go skydiving with a male instructor? It's all done very professionally. It's the same idea as a doctor. I'm just wondering because it's a very close touch. There are no woman instructors. Answer: Incorrect. With a doctor, since it’s for medical purposes, it's permitted. This does not apply to sport. Even when using doctors if female doctors are available. P.S.: One should avoid doing dangerous sports such as skydiving and the like (regardless of the above-mentioned). Reasonings: A Jew should not endanger his life. This is a Biblical conjunction as it says,…Show more
Sunday morning for non-Mitzvah-related music. See here: https://asktherav.com/from-when-till-when-are-you-not-allowed-to-listen-to-music-3880/ As well as on page 12 of the Day-to-Day Shavuos guide. Sources: לכאו׳ יל״ע למ״ד לנהוג אבלות עד ערב שבועות אם…
You may, but the widespread custom is to eat Mezonos at the Milchig meal and wash for the Fleishig one. There is support for this custom specifically, as the Mitzvah of Simcha which is achieved through eating meat is… You may, but the widespread custom is to eat Mezonos at the Milchig meal and wash for the Fleishig one. There is support for this custom specifically, as the Mitzvah of Simcha which is achieved through eating meat is associated with eating bread. Sources: ע"פ שו"ע אדה"ז תצ"ד סט"ז. ולהעיר ממעדני יו"ט עהרא"ש…Show more
Yes, Ya'aleh Ve'yavo is said on both Amidas in such a case. Source: Shulchan Aruch Harav 108:14 #9626
Question: What is the Bracha on schnitzel? And what about when bread crumbs are used as a topping to other foods, such as baked salmon, breaded chicken, etc.? Answer: There is a debate about the Bracha of schnitzel… Question: What is the Bracha on schnitzel? And what about when bread crumbs are used as a topping to other foods, such as baked salmon, breaded chicken, etc.? Answer: There is a debate about the Bracha of schnitzel and similar foods. Even though the breadcrumb coating is often there for the taste that it adds to the food, not only to prevent burning, it has been suggested that the common custom is to make Shehakol, not Mezonos, on them. My opinion is that one should preferably say Shehakol/Hoadomo on a piece of the chicken/fish/vegetable etc. (without the breadcrumbs)…Show more
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Question: My parents are not frum and help us cook and with the kids. Is there a hakpada in halacha to make them wash Negel Vasser before they serve us any food and feed my children, etc.? Especially based… Question: My parents are not frum and help us cook and with the kids. Is there a hakpada in halacha to make them wash Negel Vasser before they serve us any food and feed my children, etc.? Especially based on today's daily halacha that this creates a ruach ra and causes timtum halev, chas veshalom... Answer: You should definitely try to have them wash Negel Vasser before touching food. Of course, this should be done in a pleasant manner without creating tension and friction. If not possible to have them do so, or B'dieved, post facto, see here:…Show more
Yes, unless she’ll be present. In such a case, it should be scheduled for after the Shloshim. Sources: ראה בכעי״ז שו״ת נחלת שבעה ב, יז. זרע אמת…
Question: While covering the head with the arm during Tachanun; is the head supposed to be touching the covering, or not actually touching only covering? Answer: There are many Halachois & Minhogim regarding specifics of Nefilas Apayim. Among… Question: While covering the head with the arm during Tachanun; is the head supposed to be touching the covering, or not actually touching only covering? Answer: There are many Halachois & Minhogim regarding specifics of Nefilas Apayim. Among them: Nefilas Apayim requires one to tilt their head slightly upon their arm which is covered in a garment (sleeve, tallis, etc.). In this manner, their face is also covered. One should ensure that the head is tilted towards the arm and not the reverse where the arm is raised toward the head. One shouldn’t fall in their hand, nor…Show more
Fuller Picture: We live in a place where the real estate market is rapidly outpacing previous prices, as such the most common way of selling a house is to put it on the open market and sell to the… Fuller Picture: We live in a place where the real estate market is rapidly outpacing previous prices, as such the most common way of selling a house is to put it on the open market and sell to the highest bidder in a blind auction. There are many non-jews (mostly peaceful goyim) interested in this neighborhood and also many frum Yidden together with non-frum Yidden. Questions: Could there be an issue of אונאה when seeling to a yid for price higher than previously established in this market? Under what conditions is one Halachicly allowed to sell to…Show more
Answer: You should not stop them from performing a Mitzvah Medoreiso because of a possibility that there would be someone not tznius. You may ask them to turn around if there is something in sight. Likewise, if they are… Answer: You should not stop them from performing a Mitzvah Medoreiso because of a possibility that there would be someone not tznius. You may ask them to turn around if there is something in sight. Likewise, if they are looking in a siddur, this is sufficient according to many opinions. Sources: שוע"ר עה, א. וראה קו"א א שם. וראה בצ"צ…Show more
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