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One may not cut his/her nails on Rosh Chodesh, but may paint them, etc. There is room to be lenient about filing too. In regards to your specific question, a manicure can be permitted on Rosh Chodesh as long… One may not cut his/her nails on Rosh Chodesh, but may paint them, etc. There is room to be lenient about filing too. In regards to your specific question, a manicure can be permitted on Rosh Chodesh as long as it does not involve cutting the nails. Sources: ראה מילי דחסידותא (להגה״ק מבוטשאטש) על צוואת ריה״ח אות…Show more
Yes. א״א תיז תנינא. וראה עוד בשאלה 9438: https://asktherav.com/9438-is-one-allowed-to-manicure-nails-on-rosh-chodesh/ #14646
Question: A shul that is is on the 2nd floor of a house, but the only sink in the house is in the basement, a descent of more than two flights of stairs. But there is a filtered water… Question: A shul that is is on the 2nd floor of a house, but the only sink in the house is in the basement, a descent of more than two flights of stairs. But there is a filtered water machine/tank in the shul. For washing the hands before davening; Is it sufficient to release some water from the faucet of the machine into the cup of one's hand (a cupped palm) and smear it around the hands? Answer: Strictly speaking, water from the tap is sufficient for before Davening too. However, some are stringent to use a Kli…Show more
Normally we don’t fast on this day, however, with regards to a chooson and kallah on the wedding day, fasting is required. Sources: מג״א תקעג, א. חיי״א קלב, מג. קיצור שו״ע קמו,…
Question Someone I know cut down a fruit tree. Since fruit trees are not supposed to be cut down, but in this case, it was already done, would a tikkun be (or is there any reason) to plant another… Question Someone I know cut down a fruit tree. Since fruit trees are not supposed to be cut down, but in this case, it was already done, would a tikkun be (or is there any reason) to plant another fruit tree in its space? Answer: There’s no such tikkun. The correct thing is to do proper teshuva and seek a kaparah from your mashpia. PS Some opinions permit uprooting a tree in order to plant a better tree, worth more money, in its place. It is not clear if this would help after the fact, but…Show more
Also, am I allowed to watch a live stream from Meron? Answer: Yes to both questions. But you shouldn’t dance, listen intently to the music, or participate in any other form of much festivity, etc. Sources: כשאין שם סעודה לית לן בה, כפשוט, לפי שאין…
Question: My hair is super thick and a little too long. It is interfering with my Shaitel sitting correctly and sometimes sticks out from my Tichel. Amswer: Yes, for Tznius reasons it is permitted. Sources: במכ״ש מחוה״מ - ראה ארחות חיים ודע״ת תקלא. ובימי…
Pour the other wine into the Kos shel bracha bit by bit. Each time you pour make sure the kos shel bracha is more than what is added. Sources: ע״פ ע״ז עג, א ובתוד״ה כי אתא בסוף הדיבור.…
שאלה: לאחרי קידוש, כיון שמתחת להגביע יש לחלוחית הרבה מהיין, הנה לפי שאני מוסר הגביע להמסובים בכדי לטעום מהקידוש, אני מעביר הגביע על מפית נייר בכדי לנקותו, שלא יטוף מהיין על המסובים וכיו"ב. העירני חכם אחד שלא ניחא לי'… שאלה: לאחרי קידוש, כיון שמתחת להגביע יש לחלוחית הרבה מהיין, הנה לפי שאני מוסר הגביע להמסובים בכדי לטעום מהקידוש, אני מעביר הגביע על מפית נייר בכדי לנקותו, שלא יטוף מהיין על המסובים וכיו"ב. העירני חכם אחד שלא ניחא לי' הנהגה זו, ואסור לעשות כך, כיון שאני צובע את המפית נייר בצבע היין. האם השתמשות הנ"ל אסור מפני מלאכת צובע? ומזה באתי לשאלה כללית, האם מותר להשתמש במפית נייר לנגב הפה וכיו"ב, במקרה שעל ידי הניגוב, יהי' צביעת המפית נייר עם הצבע שעל הפה? ומה עם ממחטות נייר לאף, שלפעמים הממחטה נצבעת? תשובה: במפיות נייר העשויות ליזרק ומיוחדות לכך,…Show more
The halacha is that one should ideally have a torch, consisting of several wicks for havdala, or at least two candles put together. See also here: https://asktherav.com/10828-type-of-havdala-candle-that-is-most-mehudar/ Additionally, there is a minhag to light many candles on Motzai… The halacha is that one should ideally have a torch, consisting of several wicks for havdala, or at least two candles put together. See also here: https://asktherav.com/10828-type-of-havdala-candle-that-is-most-mehudar/ Additionally, there is a minhag to light many candles on Motzai Shabbos to increase light, similar to what is done before Shabbos. The common custom — for those who practice it — is to light two candles and they are kindled at Melava Malka, or even earlier but only after Havdala. Others light them before Havdala. Some light 4 candles. Sources: בשו״ע אדה״ז ש, ב: יש נוהגים להרבות נרות במוצאי שבת…Show more
Question: I have a specific pocket in my pants for Maaser, I generally give it to people on the streets who are hungry, but the money somehow fell out today and it was a substantial amount, a little over… Question: I have a specific pocket in my pants for Maaser, I generally give it to people on the streets who are hungry, but the money somehow fell out today and it was a substantial amount, a little over 100. What do I need to do? Answer: Am I responsible for tzedakah money stolen from my house? Whether or not one is responsible for replacing tzedakah money that was stolen while in their possession depends on their shomer (guardian) status. Following are some of the general guidelines: If the tzedakah money had not been designated to a particular…Show more
Question: I read somewhere that we should only lend people money in the presence of witnesses. Is the record that CashApp keeps good enough as a witness in this instance. Or should I send a loan only with actual… Question: I read somewhere that we should only lend people money in the presence of witnesses. Is the record that CashApp keeps good enough as a witness in this instance. Or should I send a loan only with actual witnesses of it happening? Answer: The record of the cash app does not indicate that it is a loan and not a gift. If there is a record that it is a loan then that would be sufficient. For more details about this matter, see Halacha2go #627. #9683Show more
שאלה: חולה בן פרוז שלא קרא את המגילה ביום י"ד, האם יתאמץ ויסע לעיר מוקפת חומה כדי שיתחייב לקרוא כמוקפים, ובזה יתקן את מה שלא קרא ביום י"ד, או שמא אינו חייב להתאמץ ולנסוע? תשובה: בין כך יש… שאלה: חולה בן פרוז שלא קרא את המגילה ביום י"ד, האם יתאמץ ויסע לעיר מוקפת חומה כדי שיתחייב לקרוא כמוקפים, ובזה יתקן את מה שלא קרא ביום י"ד, או שמא אינו חייב להתאמץ ולנסוע? תשובה: בין כך יש לו לקרוא המגילה בט״ו. מקורות: שו״ע או״ח סי׳ תרפ״ח סעי׳ ח׳, ובמג״א סקי״ב ומשנ״ב…Show more
When leaking waters only: If you are wearing a diaper (or the sort) and your clothes are clean, you may Daven and perform all mentioned Mitzvos. You should not start Davening when you actually feel the urge. If you… When leaking waters only: If you are wearing a diaper (or the sort) and your clothes are clean, you may Daven and perform all mentioned Mitzvos. You should not start Davening when you actually feel the urge. If you feel the urge you should pause and continue once it ceases. See also here: https://asktherav.com/12264-davening-with-a-wet-diaper/ When leaking stool: If you are unaware of when it leaks and it doesn't smell, you should clean yourself right before Davening or putting on Tefillin, and may Daven. Preferably you should wear Tefillin for the minimal time and take it off right after Shemoneh…Show more
It applies to the entire vagina, i.e. vulva, the lip, labia, clitoris, but not to the surrounding pubic area. פשוט. וראה עזר מקודש אה״ע כה, א. וכן מובן מהטעמים שנתנו ע"ז בשו"ע או"ח סי' רמ, ס"ד, שמעביר הבושה… It applies to the entire vagina, i.e. vulva, the lip, labia, clitoris, but not to the surrounding pubic area. פשוט. וראה עזר מקודש אה״ע כה, א. וכן מובן מהטעמים שנתנו ע"ז בשו"ע או"ח סי' רמ, ס"ד, שמעביר הבושה ומגרה יצר הרע ועובר על בל תשקצו. #15076Show more
White wine: There is a custom not to make kiddush on Friday nights between 6 and 7. The original sources make no mention of red wine specifically; likewise, the explanations provided for the custom do not link it with… White wine: There is a custom not to make kiddush on Friday nights between 6 and 7. The original sources make no mention of red wine specifically; likewise, the explanations provided for the custom do not link it with the color of wine either. The accepted interpretation is that this applies to all types of wine, and according to many - even if one makes kiddush on bread. The reason for this custom: the Gemara tells us that the hours of the day are associated with the seven Mazalos, constellations or planets - Mercury, Moon, Saturn, Jupiter, Mars, Sun,…Show more
Some suggest dipping in sugar. Others disagree and say to dip in the bread itself three times. Sources: בכה״ח קסז, לז בשם סולת בלולה ז להטביל בלחם…
Q. I want to try lighting Shabbos lights with olive oil. Would I be able to go back to lighting candles? A. You should verbalize that you don't want to effect a Neder (promise) by using oil, and then… Q. I want to try lighting Shabbos lights with olive oil. Would I be able to go back to lighting candles? A. You should verbalize that you don't want to effect a Neder (promise) by using oil, and then you may switch back to candles. P.S. In my opinion, you shouldn’t change to oil, as our minhag is to use candles. According to many opinions, candles are preferred over oil. Sources: ראה במשנ״ב רסד, כג דנר שלנו שקורין סטרין, היינו…Show more
Q1. What is the earliest time that the children can come say Shema, etc., in fulfillment of the Minhag of a Vach Nacht? A. The custom is to do it at night after tzeis. Any age children… Q1. What is the earliest time that the children can come say Shema, etc., in fulfillment of the Minhag of a Vach Nacht? A. The custom is to do it at night after tzeis. Any age children is fine. In the absence of children, adults are also fine. Q2. Does the all-night learning have to take place in the house where the baby is? In my case, my mother is sleeping on my couch to help out with the baby, my wife is sleeping in the bedroom, and the only other room in the apartment is…Show more
There can be some kashrus concerns with aluminum foil pans. While there are various reasons to allow for leniency, it is nonetheless recommended, if possible, to buy only those with a hechsher or, alternatively, to “kasher” the… There can be some kashrus concerns with aluminum foil pans. While there are various reasons to allow for leniency, it is nonetheless recommended, if possible, to buy only those with a hechsher or, alternatively, to “kasher” the pan by rinsing it first with soap and water and then inverting it over an open flame for a few minutes. Source: דנו בזה מצד כלי העשוי להשתמש בשפע כיון שהחומר שיתכן ואסור באכילה מחמת שומן מן החי הוא מעט מאד, ובאב״י. וי״א דל״ש לגזור אטו ב״י כיון שתמיד הוא אב״י. ועוד שהחומר טעמו פגום ונפסל מאכילה. וגם שהוא…Show more
The Chachamim instituted certain practices of mourning during the days of sefira to commemorate the passing of the students of Rabbi Akiva. One of the practices is to refrain from dancing (see end). The Poskim have explained that this… The Chachamim instituted certain practices of mourning during the days of sefira to commemorate the passing of the students of Rabbi Akiva. One of the practices is to refrain from dancing (see end). The Poskim have explained that this includes listening to music as well; it brings just as much (if not more) joy. Based on this reasoning, we can understand that all types of joyous music would be a problem. With the advance of technology, we have means of playing music through other ("non-live") instruments, such as an electric keyboard or music player ("DJ"). As far as the…Show more
The pasuk (verse) in Tehillim says, “Imru ve’levavchem al mishkavchem v’domu selah” (reflect in your hearts upon your beds and be silent forever)—from which stems the halachic restriction of speaking after completing the recitation of the nighttime Shema. Those… The pasuk (verse) in Tehillim says, “Imru ve’levavchem al mishkavchem v’domu selah” (reflect in your hearts upon your beds and be silent forever)—from which stems the halachic restriction of speaking after completing the recitation of the nighttime Shema. Those who recite the nighttime Shema with the traditional nusach (variation in prayer text from one Jewish community to another) conclude with Hamapil and do not speak afterwards. Some poskim explain that the brachah of Hamapil is an actual brachah on slumber and there should be no hefsek (interruption) between its recitation and falling asleep, similar to the requirement to…Show more
You can ask them to sweep the area that you plan to step on so that there are no possible remnants of nails, and then that will remove all possible concerns. Sources: שולחן ערוך אדה"ז סי' רס סעיף ד. ולכאו׳ יש…
When drinking them clear, without the fruit, shehakol. See here: https://asktherav.com/12851-after-bracha-on-cooked-fruit-juice/ #14698
Question: If one eats dates or any other fruit of the 7 species, and drinks prune juice, how does the after-Brachah of the 7 species affect the after-Brachah of the prune juice. Some opinions hold that prune juice is… Question: If one eats dates or any other fruit of the 7 species, and drinks prune juice, how does the after-Brachah of the 7 species affect the after-Brachah of the prune juice. Some opinions hold that prune juice is adamah, not she'ha'kol. Answer: The din in regards to the soup of fruit soup (fruit that were cooked to be eaten together with the water they were cooked in - however one decided to only drink the water): One should first make a borei nefashos on something else if possible, or if not poosible make first the…Show more
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