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Simple house needs like dishes and utensils etc. (not made out of silver or expensive material) are permitted. Other house needs which are not needed and you could live without them shouldn't be bought. Toys should not be bought.… Simple house needs like dishes and utensils etc. (not made out of silver or expensive material) are permitted. Other house needs which are not needed and you could live without them shouldn't be bought. Toys should not be bought. Sources: משנ"ב תקנ''א סקי''א. לבושי מרדכי ח''ג סי' קפ''ה אות…Show more
No, it is prohibited. Sources: ראה שו"ע או"ח סי' תקנ"א סעי' ג' ברמ"א, ובשע"ת…
Permitted. Sources: מותר לאכול בתשעת הימים מרק עם בצלים שנחתכו בסכין…
Since it is without local anesthesia it’s not considered a medical procedure. Therefore, you may have it done. Sources: כמובן. ומש״כ באגרות קודש חי"ט עמוד שע"ו, מובא בשערי…
No. Sources: ראה שו"ע או"ח סי' תקנ"א סעיף ג' לשון הרמ"א…
An expectant or nursing mother who is suffering undue weakness or one who is at a stage of her pregnancy where fasting is deemed unhealthy for her (or for the fetus) and would therefore be considered a choleh—is… An expectant or nursing mother who is suffering undue weakness or one who is at a stage of her pregnancy where fasting is deemed unhealthy for her (or for the fetus) and would therefore be considered a choleh—is patur (exempt) from fasting on Tisha B’Av. Please see here for the full article: https://asktherav.com/718-article-do-i-have-to-fast/ #10071Show more
Although the following link discuses specifically a dream about losing teeth, the same applies to a dream about getting married. https://asktherav.com/my-7-year-old-daughter-dreamed-that-she-lost-her-teeth-does-she-have-to-make-hatavas-chalom-for-which-dreams-should-we-make-hatavas-chalom/ #10009
It may be pierced, but should not be done in the three weeks. See here: https://asktherav.com/6323-at-what-age-can-a-girl-have-her-ears-pierced/ https://asktherav.com/4831-surgery-in-the-3-weeks/ #10003
Question: I live 1 hour and 15-minute walk from Shul. I drive there during the week. I feel uncomfortable walking there mincha & maariv at night, only Shachris do I feel comfortable during daylight. Am I exempted from going… Question: I live 1 hour and 15-minute walk from Shul. I drive there during the week. I feel uncomfortable walking there mincha & maariv at night, only Shachris do I feel comfortable during daylight. Am I exempted from going Shabbos and Yom Tov? For mincha and maariv? Is the distance enough? Answer: One is only required to walk up to 18 or 24 minutes in order to Daven with a Minyan. If it’s on your route, on the way to work etc., you are required to walk up to 72 (or 96) minutes. Although one may (and is…Show more
Fleishig should be served if possible. This applies to any seudas mitzvah, especially a Bris. There are also sources which attribute special segulos the fleishig meal has upon the child. Sources: מג״א רמט, ו. וראה מחה״ש שם. אבן ישראל שם…
No. בפועל, נהוג שלא לשנות את הכתובה. לפירוט השיטות בנושא, ואריכות בהסברת השיטות ראה בהלכה יומית אות תקיד. #967
No. Sources: אסור ללבוש בגדים חדשים בשבת חזון - מג"א תקנ"א,…
Our Minhag at a Siyum Mesechta is to recite Kadish D'Rabonon. Please see also the following link: https://asktherav.com/do-we-say-kaddish-at-a-siyum/ #10035
This depends on the process used. The process would determine what is the correct Bracha. If the process is that it remains as corn and it is steamed, the Bracha is Hoadamah, e.g popcorn where the corn is popped,… This depends on the process used. The process would determine what is the correct Bracha. If the process is that it remains as corn and it is steamed, the Bracha is Hoadamah, e.g popcorn where the corn is popped, or some types of cornflakes that the corn is pressed and steamed. However if the corn is ground into flour and then steamed then the Bracha is Shehakol. The snack called “corn pops” is generally Shehakol; the cereal with the same name is generally Hoadamah. #10002Show more
You may. Sources: ראה אג"מ או"ח ח"ג (ח"ה), סימן פ וברבבות אפרים…
Maaser is intended to benefit the poor. Nonetheless, it is customary to use Maaser money for other non obligatory mitzvos. If this is an obligatory training course, Maaser may not be used. Even if it is optional, it would… Maaser is intended to benefit the poor. Nonetheless, it is customary to use Maaser money for other non obligatory mitzvos. If this is an obligatory training course, Maaser may not be used. Even if it is optional, it would not be proper to use it to pay for a local teacher training course. However, you may certainly deduct the cost of this teaching course as a "business expense" from your revenue, and you will not need to give Maaser on this amount. [There are general leniencies in the Halachos of Maaser for one who is struggling to meet basic…Show more
Question: It says here that "Being that this is a complex Halachic question involving a Sakana from Rebbi Yehuda Hachasid, you should ask three Rabbonim...." In the notes, it goes on to explain the reasoning, etc. However, it seems… Question: It says here that "Being that this is a complex Halachic question involving a Sakana from Rebbi Yehuda Hachasid, you should ask three Rabbonim...." In the notes, it goes on to explain the reasoning, etc. However, it seems that someone may have misunderstood the question. In the question, the person clearly writes that it is a "dead tree”. If I am not mistaken, all agree that you can cut it down a dead fruit tree. The mekoros brought are about a live tree. Furthermore, it cites the Alter Rebbe (שמירת הגוף ונפש ובל תשחית, טו) about צורך מקומו…Show more
Question: If I will be alone in my apartment over Chanukah, should I still light there for myself? Should I also pay an extended family member to be part of their lighting? As a girl, am I still Mechuyav… Question: If I will be alone in my apartment over Chanukah, should I still light there for myself? Should I also pay an extended family member to be part of their lighting? As a girl, am I still Mechuyav to sit and wait by the Menorah after I light? When I go home for Shabbos, can I rely on my father for those days? Answer: Women and girls are equally obligated in the Mitzvah of lighting Chanukah candles. The custom in the homes of the Chabad Rebbeim is that women do not light their own Menorahs, but fulfill…Show more
If you are lighting on time or if no one else lives with you, you may light with a Bracha. If you’re lighting late and you’re living with family (or others) you may only light if some family members… If you are lighting on time or if no one else lives with you, you may light with a Bracha. If you’re lighting late and you’re living with family (or others) you may only light if some family members are present and awake. Sources: הנה, כ"ה פשטות משמעות הראשונים, במה שכתבו דהאידנא ההיכרא…Show more
If absolutely necessary, you may. See here: https://asktherav.com/article-467-height-of-menorah/ #6445
שאלה: האם יש מנהג לא לשתות משיירי הכוס שנשפכו לתוך הקערה אחרי קידוש וכדומה? ואם יש מקום לומר שיש לחוש למה שהבריות אומרים, וכמנהג נשים זקינות שנהגו לחוש להן? מענה: כמדומה ברור המנהג שעליו כותב - הוא ממקורות… שאלה: האם יש מנהג לא לשתות משיירי הכוס שנשפכו לתוך הקערה אחרי קידוש וכדומה? ואם יש מקום לומר שיש לחוש למה שהבריות אומרים, וכמנהג נשים זקינות שנהגו לחוש להן? מענה: כמדומה ברור המנהג שעליו כותב - הוא ממקורות זרים. וממנהגנו בחרוסת לערבו לתוך היין שבקערה - נזכר בשיחת ש״מ אייר תשמ״ו - מוכח להיפך. וכן ידוע לי מכמה שנהגו להדיא ולכתחילה להשקות מכוס של ברכה מיין זה למסובים בכדי שלא יהא פגום. ולא רצו לשפוך תחילה לכוס המסובין לפני שתיית המקדש. ואכ״מ. ומצינו להדיא במה שאמרו בפסחים קיא, ב, שמים בקערה קשה לכליון עינים, והביאו אדה״ז שמירת הגוף…Show more
In general a Psak which the local Rov gives for his community has to be adhered to by the members of the community. The Rebbe in many of his letters wrote על פי הרב שעל אתר. The Rov in… In general a Psak which the local Rov gives for his community has to be adhered to by the members of the community. The Rebbe in many of his letters wrote על פי הרב שעל אתר. The Rov in the community knows the dynamics of his community and would advise and give Halachic guidelines as such. See Halacha2go.com #636: When can I disagree with the mara d’asra? See here for a partial list of מראי מקומות: נתבאר בארוכה בפר"ח או"ח תצו. ולהעיר משבת מו, א אודות רבי אבהו. שיחת ש"פ ויק"פ תשל"ב. שיחות קודש ע' 22 ואילך. מכתב…Show more
Hamotzie. Sources: See Seder Birkas Hanehnin 2:13 as to what would…
Question: Hi, I am not actively dating yet though I am in Shidduchim. I was wondering if halachically I have to let my date know - obviously in later stage - that I am currently in therapy. I’m in… Question: Hi, I am not actively dating yet though I am in Shidduchim. I was wondering if halachically I have to let my date know - obviously in later stage - that I am currently in therapy. I’m in therapy to grow as a person, doing generic therapy- working through things from my past (nothing like OCD/Depression etc.) It is something I personally don’t think my husband would have to know as it doesn’t effect him in any way. Also, I wouldn’t feel comfortable discussing it on a date as I feel that people look down on therapy and…Show more
Question: They say there is a lot that they can prepare for if Chas V'Sholom something is wrong. My friends are being told that it is okay to take it. You have told us in the past to take… Question: They say there is a lot that they can prepare for if Chas V'Sholom something is wrong. My friends are being told that it is okay to take it. You have told us in the past to take a sonogram only if necessary. Can I take it? Also wondering what the source is, so I can explain to them my decision. Dr. told me it's been done for at least 40 years and there is no radiation, it is just sound waves like a regular Doppler. Answer: There are several issues with a sonogram, primary among them…Show more
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