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Ideally you should use kosher for Pesach. Check with the certifying agency after explaining your situation if it is Kosher for Pesach. If not, under the circumstances you may use it. Soap is not ingested and therefore it does… Ideally you should use kosher for Pesach. Check with the certifying agency after explaining your situation if it is Kosher for Pesach. If not, under the circumstances you may use it. Soap is not ingested and therefore it does not need to be kosher for Passover, and even though it comes in contact with dishes as it will be washed off. #7523Show more
According to law, kids glue must be able to ingested by a child. Therefore, if it contains chometz it’s prohibited to use. If it contains just kitnyos it may be used. #7522
Question Continued: There are three possible ways to do it: Turn on Zoom right before YT and leave the plug out so the laptop dies after 2-3 hours. Leave the charger in and my mother can sign on or… Question Continued: There are three possible ways to do it: Turn on Zoom right before YT and leave the plug out so the laptop dies after 2-3 hours. Leave the charger in and my mother can sign on or off and join us for both sedarim and in general (my children know that she is not shomer shabbos and I wonder if this is the same as driving to us). Same as the first two but for the rest of the family. Answer: All three options are absolutely forbidden for all. Some have irresponsibly promoted this idea without…Show more
The Ashkenazi custom is to refrain from eating Egg Matzo throughout Pesach, including on Erev Pesach after Sof Zman Achilas Chometz. In addition, it is prohibited to eat Egg Matzo from the 10th hour on Erev Pesach until the… The Ashkenazi custom is to refrain from eating Egg Matzo throughout Pesach, including on Erev Pesach after Sof Zman Achilas Chometz. In addition, it is prohibited to eat Egg Matzo from the 10th hour on Erev Pesach until the night. For one who is elderly or not well there may be room for leniency. Check out our Halacha guide which is on our website homepage for more on eating on Erev Pesach, and more. Source: שולחן ערוך אדה"ז תעא, ד. תסב, ז. רמ"א תסב ד. #7565Show more
We are Shluchim on a small island. A week ago the government made alcohol sales illegal and shut down supermarkets, we are not allowed to leave our home at all. They did this without any notice and we hadn't… We are Shluchim on a small island. A week ago the government made alcohol sales illegal and shut down supermarkets, we are not allowed to leave our home at all. They did this without any notice and we hadn't yet bought our wine. We did however have 1 bottle of wine that someone had given us a while ago. It's 750 ml, and won't be enough for ד' כוסות for both my wife and I, for both nights. Can I dilute it? If yes, by how much, it's 4% alcohol. We don't have grape juice or any other alternative…Show more
The options: If it has an automated feeder it can be sold. You may purchase a vacation block and sell entire tank with fish. It must be locked up. Alternatively, you can feed it kiniyos or matzah. As for… The options: If it has an automated feeder it can be sold. You may purchase a vacation block and sell entire tank with fish. It must be locked up. Alternatively, you can feed it kiniyos or matzah. As for regular fish food, flake or pellet fish foods often contain wheat products and may not be used unless it certified as kosher for Pesach. You may also use freeze-dried brine-shrimp or blood-worms, available at pet stores. #7562Show more
72 hours, unless weaned due to sickness or there is a state of sakana even if weaned when healthy. שו״ע יו״ד פא, ז: תִינוֹק יוֹנֵק עַד סוֹף ד' שָׁנִים לְבָרִיא, וְה' לְחוֹלֶה, אִם לֹא פֵּרַשׁ. אֲבָל אִם פֵּרַשׁ, שֶׁגְּמָלוּהוּ… 72 hours, unless weaned due to sickness or there is a state of sakana even if weaned when healthy. שו״ע יו״ד פא, ז: תִינוֹק יוֹנֵק עַד סוֹף ד' שָׁנִים לְבָרִיא, וְה' לְחוֹלֶה, אִם לֹא פֵּרַשׁ. אֲבָל אִם פֵּרַשׁ, שֶׁגְּמָלוּהוּ שְׁלֹשָׁה יָמִים מֵעֵת לְעֵת אַחַר כ"ד חֹדֶשׁ, לֹא יַחֲזִירוּהוּ. וְהוּא שֶׁפֵּרַשׁ מִתּוֹךְ בֻּרְיוֹ, אֲבָל אִם לֹא פֵּרַשׁ אֶלָּא מִתּוֹךְ חֹלִי, שֶׁאֵינוֹ יָכוֹל לִינֹק, וּפֵרַשׁ, יְכוֹלִים לְהַחֲזִירוֹ. וְאִם יֵשׁ סַכָּנָה, מַחֲזִירִים אֲפִלּוּ אַחַר כַּמָּה יָמִים. וּבְתוֹךְ כ"ד חֹדֶשׁ, אֲפִלּוּ פֵּרַשׁ מִתּוֹךְ בֻּרְיוֹ חֹדֶשׁ אוֹ יוֹתֵר, מֻתָּר לַחֲזֹר וְלִינֹק עַד סוֹף כ"ד חֹדֶשׁ. #7521Show more
Technically they should only turn on or off when the room becomes dark or light, but opening or closing window shades and sometimes standing directly in front of the light can cause it to react. It may be… Technically they should only turn on or off when the room becomes dark or light, but opening or closing window shades and sometimes standing directly in front of the light can cause it to react. It may be used, but you may not do anything which will definitely activate the light, such as closing the shade. משום דבר שא״מ משא״כ פס״ר. #7528Show more
https://asktherav.com/download-kashering-made-simple/ 1. If covering Formica counter tops with the white, thick plastic covers, AND never putting hot things directly on the surface but rather on a towel or trivet, is it still necessary to kasher the counter tops?… https://asktherav.com/download-kashering-made-simple/ 1. If covering Formica counter tops with the white, thick plastic covers, AND never putting hot things directly on the surface but rather on a towel or trivet, is it still necessary to kasher the counter tops? Not necessary but highly recommended. This is the custom. 2. If i put the stove top grates from my stove into the oven for the self clean cycle, do i still need to cover them with foil for use on Pesach? No. Similarly, if we leave the oven racks in the oven during the self clean cycle, do…Show more
You can skip the "ignite" by going straight to high/low and lighting with a match. Alternatively (and preferably), you can pull out the plug and light with a match. Either way, you must remember that it is forbidden to… You can skip the "ignite" by going straight to high/low and lighting with a match. Alternatively (and preferably), you can pull out the plug and light with a match. Either way, you must remember that it is forbidden to lower the flame, so you need to turn to the right setting before placing the match near the burner (-the knobs usually turn from high to low). You would need to light the match from a pre-existing flame, such as a yartzeit candle. #7443Show more
I was asked on Mivtzoim if it’s OK to smoke marijuana on Pesach or there’s a problem with it? Answer: For ingesting marijuana: If it’s medical marijuana that a Dr. prescribed for an ill individual, and it’s a… I was asked on Mivtzoim if it’s OK to smoke marijuana on Pesach or there’s a problem with it? Answer: For ingesting marijuana: If it’s medical marijuana that a Dr. prescribed for an ill individual, and it’s a pill then it would be allowed. However if not, it poses a halachic problem. Besides for the issue of kitniyos, it would need to have a Hechsher like any vitamin, as it’s made with a variety of ingredients which need to be verified that they are kosher in general, and for pesach specifically, For smoking or injecting marijuana: Hard…Show more
Kashering Made Simple - English click to download A simple self explanatory chart which will make kashering all your kitchen utensils much easier. By Rabbi Braun הכשרת כלים לפסח מה ואיך? מאת המרא-דאתרא וחבר הבד״צ הרב יוסף ישעי׳… Kashering Made Simple - English click to download A simple self explanatory chart which will make kashering all your kitchen utensils much easier. By Rabbi Braun הכשרת כלים לפסח מה ואיך? מאת המרא-דאתרא וחבר הבד״צ הרב יוסף ישעי׳ ברוין שליט״א Show more
If you are using the freezer on Pesach then you should not store Chometz, even if it’s labeled. Give them to someone else to hold for you but don’t forget to include this address in your mechira. However, many… If you are using the freezer on Pesach then you should not store Chometz, even if it’s labeled. Give them to someone else to hold for you but don’t forget to include this address in your mechira. However, many items aren’t really Chometz, they are just not officially kosher for Pesach. They may be kept there as long as they are marked and sealed off somehow. Also, it should be noted that there are a lot of foodstuffs that remain fresh and keep very well outside of the freezer, certainly if it’s only for one week. #7465Show more
Question: I am very confused about this. All the years I’ve heard that most poskim maintain that quinoa is considered kitniyos. Now I am hearing that there is new information on the topic and that is been agreed… Question: I am very confused about this. All the years I’ve heard that most poskim maintain that quinoa is considered kitniyos. Now I am hearing that there is new information on the topic and that is been agreed that it is not kitniyos. May I use it on Pesach or not? Answer: The common consensus of most poskim on this topic is that it is considered kitniyos for all practical purposes. The few kashrus agencies that are authorizing it are pushing this product on the market—and even they maintain that it needs a reliable proper hechsher…Show more
As it’s unpopular to eat this way, the Brocho is Shehakol. If it’s chocolate covered, it’s questionable which is the primary ingredient. Therefore, make Haeitz on a fruit and shehakol on the chocolate. #7410
Usually it can be wrapped gently over the IV, and slipped under the name tag. If not possible it can be wrapped over the name tag. If not at all possible: If you can tighten the tefillin on the… Usually it can be wrapped gently over the IV, and slipped under the name tag. If not possible it can be wrapped over the name tag. If not at all possible: If you can tighten the tefillin on the bicep, that is enough. Better to also make a "shin". Better to also bring the strap down to the finger and wind around it. You can skip the 7 circles throughout the arm. Refuah Shleima u'Krova #7421Show more
I understand that the first one is דאורייתא, so it's probably more. But what about the last 3? Answer: The following are the minimal amounts for the Seder: • The cup must hold a Revi'is of wine (or… I understand that the first one is דאורייתא, so it's probably more. But what about the last 3? Answer: The following are the minimal amounts for the Seder: • The cup must hold a Revi'is of wine (or diluted wine or grape juice, if necessary). The size of a Revi'is according to R. Chaim Naeh is 86 milliliters, which is approximately 3 US fl oz. Generally speaking, for a Kos Shel Brocho, it is recommended to opt for a slightly larger cup - 100ml (3.4oz) or more - to account for other opinions, as well as for the…Show more
No, he does not need to make it up. ש"ך יו"ד שמ, מ. #7358
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לא. אבל מוכרח שיידעו פירוש פסוק ראשון בקריאת שמע ופירוש ברכה ראשונה של שמונה עשרה. (ונכון, שיידעו גם פירוש עיקר הברכות בברכת המזון - ברוך ה׳ ומלכות וענין הברכה שמברך עליו, ובברכה ראשונה - פתיחת וחתימת הברכה. וכדאי גם… לא. אבל מוכרח שיידעו פירוש פסוק ראשון בקריאת שמע ופירוש ברכה ראשונה של שמונה עשרה. (ונכון, שיידעו גם פירוש עיקר הברכות בברכת המזון - ברוך ה׳ ומלכות וענין הברכה שמברך עליו, ובברכה ראשונה - פתיחת וחתימת הברכה. וכדאי גם בשאר ברכות לדעת פירוש עיקר הברכה, ובברכות ארוכות הפותחות וחותמות בברוך - פתיחת וחתימת הברכה). מקורות: ראה בפרטיות שו״ע אדה״ז קפה, א-ב. שם סוסי׳ קא.…Show more
Yes. However, it would be appropriate to inform them that you don’t want to cash this check as it might have been written on Shabbos and you would prefer a new check written during the week. בשוע"ר סי'… Yes. However, it would be appropriate to inform them that you don’t want to cash this check as it might have been written on Shabbos and you would prefer a new check written during the week. בשוע"ר סי' שיח בתחלתו: מלאכת שבת (אפי') במזיד אסור לו לעולם אבל לאחרים מותר אף התבשיל (דהיינו הנאה מהמלאכה עצמה). ולהעיר מהמשנ"ב שם ס"ק ד שאפילו לעצמו "מותר להנות מדמי' של המלאכה". וראה כף החיים שם ס"ק ח. ובנדו״ד, המתנה ענין בפ״ע מנסיעתה בשבת. ובכלל, צ״ע בגוף האיסור בנסיעה כזו, זולת טלטול המעות. ועוד, שי״א לחוש שע״י המשא גורם להבערה יתירה. ואכ״מ…Show more
One may take a cold shower on shabbos for the purpose of 9 Kabin or Tosefes Tahara. One must ensure that he is not violating the issur of sechita (squeezing) when drying his hair. One must also ensure that… One may take a cold shower on shabbos for the purpose of 9 Kabin or Tosefes Tahara. One must ensure that he is not violating the issur of sechita (squeezing) when drying his hair. One must also ensure that when turning on the cold shower no water enters the heating system. Note that according to some, 9 Kabin does not achieve Tosefes Tahara. Another option (for Tosefes Tahara only) would be to learn a perek of Mishnayos in Maseches Mikvaos. ולהעיר משו״ת אגרות משה או״ח ד, עה: "מה שהשבתי בסימן דלעיל, שלא מצינו בספרי רבותינו מנהג לאסור להתקלח…Show more
Since the food placed there is not , it should be cleaned very thoroughly (not just the tray), and the tray should be covered with contact paper. Ideally, pour first boiling water over it. #7376
There is no need for a Minyan. You should learn (even beforehand) and finish on Erev Pesach one of the following (in order of preference): Masechta of Gemara (Maseches Tomid is short) Masechta of Mishnayus (preferably with a Pirush… There is no need for a Minyan. You should learn (even beforehand) and finish on Erev Pesach one of the following (in order of preference): Masechta of Gemara (Maseches Tomid is short) Masechta of Mishnayus (preferably with a Pirush such as Bartenura etc.). If that is not possible you may rely on hearing a live Siyum via telephone etc. #7365Show more
Question: My child goes to playgroup and we pay at the beginning of every month. Due to the coronavirus, my child is at home and not going to the playgroup. The teacher from our playgroup still wants us to… Question: My child goes to playgroup and we pay at the beginning of every month. Due to the coronavirus, my child is at home and not going to the playgroup. The teacher from our playgroup still wants us to pay even though our child isn't even going. Do I have any obligation to pay? Answer: (Firstly, this response is only on a general level and various technicalities can change the result of the answer. For example one needs to see what was written on the contract of the school. One needs to see if there was a "force…Show more
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