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כמובן, מותר להשתמש בחבילה שהגיעה לפני שבת. אם הגיעה בשבת, יש ב׳ נידונים: איסור תחומין: אם החפצים הגיעו מחוץ לתחום - אין לו אלא ד׳ אמות. כלומר, שבמקום שאין עירוב, אסור להוציאו חוץ לביתו (שכל ביתו נחשב כד׳ אמות)… כמובן, מותר להשתמש בחבילה שהגיעה לפני שבת. אם הגיעה בשבת, יש ב׳ נידונים: איסור תחומין: אם החפצים הגיעו מחוץ לתחום - אין לו אלא ד׳ אמות. כלומר, שבמקום שאין עירוב, אסור להוציאו חוץ לביתו (שכל ביתו נחשב כד׳ אמות) ביום טוב. וגם בשבת, אף שבלאו-הכי אסור להוציא מצד איסור הוצאה, כאן מצד איסור תחומין אסור להוציא גם דרך מלבוש. והיינו שאפילו באופן שמותר ליהנות מהחבילה - ראה לקמן - וללובשו בבבית, אי אפשר לצאת לרחוב כשמלובש בו. במקום שיש עירוב, נחשב כל המקום המוקף במחיצות כד׳ אמות. איסור הנאה: גוי העושה מלאכה בשבת בקבלנות - כגון בגד שעשה בשבת…Show more
You may open it during Shabbos, if you tear the packaging without tearing the letters. Sources: נחלקו בזה הפוסקים - לפי שיטת הפר"ח יור"ד סימן…
המקום ינחם אתכם בתוך שאר אבלי ציון וירושלים. This day should be considered as any day of Shiva until Shabbos comes in. A bit before candle lighting time one should (Daven Mincha &) get up, change into Shabbos clothes… המקום ינחם אתכם בתוך שאר אבלי ציון וירושלים. This day should be considered as any day of Shiva until Shabbos comes in. A bit before candle lighting time one should (Daven Mincha &) get up, change into Shabbos clothes and shoes and remove the covering from the mirrors etc. Any candles lit for the niftar should not be left in the dining room. Women should remember to give Tzedakah as usual before lighting candles. A man who goes to Mikva every Friday may do so today as well, as late as possible (when and where it’s deemed medically safe).…Show more
Full Question: I read the following links (1/2), and my question is: How important is it to try and schedule our home davening around the schedule of a Zoom minyan, that it makes our davening as if davening with… Full Question: I read the following links (1/2), and my question is: How important is it to try and schedule our home davening around the schedule of a Zoom minyan, that it makes our davening as if davening with a minyan, or it's really more just a "good feeling" minyan, and not really accomplishing much in the aspect of davening with a minyan. I understood from the that's "it's ok to answer Amen etc". Should I really put in effort to try and join it, the same way I would go to shul in a usual situation? Answer:…Show more
Many of the Cough Syrups contain glycerin (even those given as kosher L'Pesach). Can this could still be taken to cure a cough? Does it depend on the producer? I have purchased one called Siltussin by Silvox Pharmaceuticals Inc.… Many of the Cough Syrups contain glycerin (even those given as kosher L'Pesach). Can this could still be taken to cure a cough? Does it depend on the producer? I have purchased one called Siltussin by Silvox Pharmaceuticals Inc. There is no practical method to verify whether the glycerin used is animal-based or not. Accordingly, cough syrup’s may not be used unless nullified in sixty times the amount of the medicine. Where this isn’t possible, there is room for leniency if one nullifies the medicine into 12 times its volume, since it is assumed that the glycerin is…Show more
Yes. However you should not wet the Q-tip beforehand. Sources: ראה שו"ע סימן ש"ג סעיף י"ז בנוגע "לצאת במוך…
Zoom meeting should follow the same precautions as face-to-face meetings. The Rabbonim of the Beis Din have recently published a letter about the caution required in the area of Tznius as it applies to electronic communication currently. https://asktherav.com/erev-rosh-chodesh-letter-from-the-badatz/ … Zoom meeting should follow the same precautions as face-to-face meetings. The Rabbonim of the Beis Din have recently published a letter about the caution required in the area of Tznius as it applies to electronic communication currently. https://asktherav.com/erev-rosh-chodesh-letter-from-the-badatz/ #8216Show more
Since you are buying a home and not renting, you should put up the Mezuzos with a Bracha, as soon as you move in or move in your belongings. P.S. Some suggest to do the same as in… Since you are buying a home and not renting, you should put up the Mezuzos with a Bracha, as soon as you move in or move in your belongings. P.S. Some suggest to do the same as in renting, to put up without making a Bracha, immediately upon entering the new home. After thirty days you should take one down to have it checked and when reaffixing it (or replacing it with a nicer Mezuza) you should make a Bracha and have in mind all the other Mezuzos as well. The Mezuza upon which you recite the Bracha…Show more
As long as you’re not planting or grafting trees, grape seeds or grapevines there should not be a problem outside of the Land of Israel. See here: https://asktherav.com/mixing-sprouts-and-kilayim/ #8202
Question: Can I warm up a cold Challah (or other dry baked foods) on Shabbos day by putting it in an oven that is on from before Shabbos? Or directly on a Blech? Answer: Oven that's still on… Question: Can I warm up a cold Challah (or other dry baked foods) on Shabbos day by putting it in an oven that is on from before Shabbos? Or directly on a Blech? Answer: Oven that's still on - No. כך נפסק בכ"מ, ראה לדוגמא שו"ע אדה"ז רנג, טו. Oven that's off - strictly speaking, yes, provided it’s not scheduled to turn on through a timer etc. Nonetheless, one should not place something into an oven at all on Shabbos if the oven is still hot enough to the temperature of Yad Soledes or if it could…Show more
No. ראה שו״ת הלק״ט קכב. שו״ת לב חיים ג, לג. ובהערת המגי׳: איך שייך לברך זמן דמלבד דאין לבו שמח אדרבה יתעורר דאגתו בכל יום תמיד יותר ויותר מאילו היה דר בחו"ל. שואל ונשאל ג יו״ד תד. משנ״ה… No. ראה שו״ת הלק״ט קכב. שו״ת לב חיים ג, לג. ובהערת המגי׳: איך שייך לברך זמן דמלבד דאין לבו שמח אדרבה יתעורר דאגתו בכל יום תמיד יותר ויותר מאילו היה דר בחו"ל. שואל ונשאל ג יו״ד תד. משנ״ה יא, תע. וראה כאן. #6979Show more
שאלה: שמעתי אומרים שאמבטי' ביתית שהנקב שלה קוטרו לכל הפחות 4.8 ס"מ דינו כקרקע (וממילא אם הוא מחזיק 40 סאה יוכשר לטבילת עזרא). האם כנים הדברים? וא"כ רציתי לשאול אתכם כמה שאלות: א) האם הstopper ממעט בשיעור הנקב? כלומר… שאלה: שמעתי אומרים שאמבטי' ביתית שהנקב שלה קוטרו לכל הפחות 4.8 ס"מ דינו כקרקע (וממילא אם הוא מחזיק 40 סאה יוכשר לטבילת עזרא). האם כנים הדברים? וא"כ רציתי לשאול אתכם כמה שאלות: א) האם הstopper ממעט בשיעור הנקב? כלומר כשהstopper עשוי בצורה שהוא מחובר בתוך הנקב ועולה ויורד (לשחרר או לעכב את המים) אבל אף פעם אינו יוצא לגמרי, האם עדיין ניתן להחשיב את הנקב לחור המבטל את הכלי? ב) כשממלאים כל כך הרבה מים הם עוברים על הנקב העליון של האמבטי' והוא מתחיל לשאוב, האם די לסותמו במסרטוט וכיו"ב (כמובן סמרטוט אינו סותם לגמרי והחור עדיין שואב אבל…Show more
FREE TRANSLATION BH Parshas Achrei Mois Kedoishim 5780 "And the Living Will Take To Heart" From the Beis Din Secretarariat On behalf of the Rabbonim, Morei D’asra and Members Of The Beis Din, Horav Avrohom Osdobo and Horav… FREE TRANSLATION BH Parshas Achrei Mois Kedoishim 5780 "And the Living Will Take To Heart" From the Beis Din Secretarariat On behalf of the Rabbonim, Morei D’asra and Members Of The Beis Din, Horav Avrohom Osdobo and Horav Yosef Braun Shlita: Together with all Crown Heights Residents we are shocked and in horror over all the recent tragedies and especially the passing of the Rov, Moro D’asra and Member of the Beis Din Horav Ahron Yaakov Schwei A"H. געוואלד געוואלד! עד מתי?! עד מתי?! עד מתי?! We are certain that Hashem will send true comfort to…Show more
Does the ho'raah of not delaying an upshern to the next morning, when it is pushed off, relevant also on Lag B'omer? Seemingly it is wide spread to cut the day of, like by the Rebbe's parades etc. … Does the ho'raah of not delaying an upshern to the next morning, when it is pushed off, relevant also on Lag B'omer? Seemingly it is wide spread to cut the day of, like by the Rebbe's parades etc. It does not apply to Lag B’omer. On the contrary, some argue — though highly debatable — that one may not cut hair on the eve of Lag B’omer. רמ״א תצג, א: אין להסתפר עד ל"ג בעצמו ולא מבערב. שו״ע אדה״ז שם ה. ושם הוסיף: ויש מקומות נוהגים שלא לומר תחנון במנחה של ערב ל"ג, לפי שסומכים שבתחילת ליל…Show more
Don’t say it except for the second [last - see comments] bracha of Birchos haTorah, אשר בחר בנו. However, it is best where possible to hear from someone else. If one remembers only later, after Yishtabach, they will… Don’t say it except for the second [last - see comments] bracha of Birchos haTorah, אשר בחר בנו. However, it is best where possible to hear from someone else. If one remembers only later, after Yishtabach, they will be yotze when reciting the bracha of Ahavas Olam. They must ensure to learn Torah immediately after davening. See Halacha2go.com #449. בשאר ברכות השחר - מספק אין לברך. וכן סתימת כל הפוסקים. ויל״ע להסברא שבברכות השבח א״א סב״ל (וראה חקרי הלכות פיקארסקי ט, ח, א). אמנם, לכמה דעות שהוא כשיש לו שמחת לבב, וגם בצירוף צדדים וטעמים אחרים, ראה…Show more
Question: Is there any Halachic issue with wearing a scarf outside on Shabbos in a way that it covers the mouth and nose if this isn't the normal way of wearing it? And is this in any way preferable… Question: Is there any Halachic issue with wearing a scarf outside on Shabbos in a way that it covers the mouth and nose if this isn't the normal way of wearing it? And is this in any way preferable over wearing a surgical 3-ply face mask outside on Shabbos? Answer: Wearing a scarf outside is 100% acceptable on Shabbos, and covering the mouth and nose is considered a normal way of wearing it. Nonetheless, there might be a slight advantage to wearing a scarf vs a mask. See also: #12047 - Using a Towel as a Scarf…Show more
You may continue with a Bracha. שו"ע אדה"ז תפט, כה. ואף שודאי לא ספר בלילה - ראה ספר ספיה"ע פ"ג אות כט. #8264
As long as no lights or sounds turn on (some expensive ones have these features), I don't see a problem with it. #8261
Please support AskTheRav.com We are sharing with you a short recording from Rabbi Braun about the AskTheRav platform, dedicated in memory of Horav Schwei a”h. DONATE Absolutely. This is one of the best usages for your Tzedakah. The… Please support AskTheRav.com We are sharing with you a short recording from Rabbi Braun about the AskTheRav platform, dedicated in memory of Horav Schwei a”h. DONATE Absolutely. This is one of the best usages for your Tzedakah. The money goes to support young Torah scholars and also disseminates Torah to a wide range of people. I cannot think of too many better way to use your Tzedakah. For more information on this topic, See here: https://asktherav.com/article-775-why-you-should-support-asktherav-com/ #8233Show more
The mitzvah of hachzakas Torah (supporting Torah learning) is independent of our general obligation of giving tzedakah (charity). It is greater than any other form of tzedakah and includes supporting even a wealthy talmid chacham (Torah scholar) so they… The mitzvah of hachzakas Torah (supporting Torah learning) is independent of our general obligation of giving tzedakah (charity). It is greater than any other form of tzedakah and includes supporting even a wealthy talmid chacham (Torah scholar) so they can learn with peace of mind free of financial worry. In addition to monetary support, the mitzvah includes providing them with food, coffee, electricity, sefarim (holy books) and any assistance their families may need. Even though charitable giving is usually capped at twenty percent of a person’s earnings, the amount of money contributed to the cause of hachzakas Torah is…Show more
It is a partnership as old as Am Yisroel (the Nation of Israel) itself. The shevatim (tribes) of Yissachar and Zevulun entered into a joint venture: The members of Zevulun navigated ships from the shores of Eretz Yisroel for… It is a partnership as old as Am Yisroel (the Nation of Israel) itself. The shevatim (tribes) of Yissachar and Zevulun entered into a joint venture: The members of Zevulun navigated ships from the shores of Eretz Yisroel for trade, then shared their bounty with the tent-sitters, the members of the brother-tribe of Yissachar, who dedicated their lives to traversing the Sea of Torah. Just as Zevulun split their earnings with Yissachar, the spiritual reward for Yissachar’s Torah-study in Olam Habah (the World to Come) was shared with Zevulun. Today, this arrangement of investing in Torah study is still…Show more
Question: Someone who died in a NY hospital was deemed an apparent indigent person, no family or contacts. The family living in a different state found out a couple weeks later, after the deceased was buried due to the… Question: Someone who died in a NY hospital was deemed an apparent indigent person, no family or contacts. The family living in a different state found out a couple weeks later, after the deceased was buried due to the long delay, including legal issues delay. The family all agreed that the deceased would have wanted to be buried near his father and mother in their home state. Is there any problem disinterring the body when the legalities have been taken care of and moving the and re-burying? Thank you. May we hear only good news. Answer: According to…Show more
I'm Makpid on Toiveling plastic. Answer: This solution doesn’t work. Nonetheless, you may give the baby the nipple without tevilah, even if it wouldn’t be plastic, if you currently cannot tovel it. The reason: If a child… I'm Makpid on Toiveling plastic. Answer: This solution doesn’t work. Nonetheless, you may give the baby the nipple without tevilah, even if it wouldn’t be plastic, if you currently cannot tovel it. The reason: If a child needs a certain dish and it’s currently impossible to tovel, we may give him the dish to use. Sources: איסור ההשתמשות לכמה פוסקים (ישועו״י קכ, א. משנ״ב שכג…Show more
No. It is a Mitzvah to have hair cut before every Yom Tov, so as not to enter into Yom Tov unkempt. The prohibition of haircutting on Chol Hamoed was instituted especially to compel people to receive a… No. It is a Mitzvah to have hair cut before every Yom Tov, so as not to enter into Yom Tov unkempt. The prohibition of haircutting on Chol Hamoed was instituted especially to compel people to receive a haircut prior to Yom Tov and not to postpone it. This Halacha applies even if one had no opportunity to cut his hair before Yom Tov, such as if he was sick. שו״ע או״ח תקלא, ג: אֲפִלּוּ אִם הָיָה אָנוּס וּמִפְּנֵי כָּךְ לֹא גִּלַּח בְּעֶרֶב יוֹם טוֹב, אֵינוֹ מְגַלֵּחַ בַּמּוֹעֵד, וְהוּא הַדִּין לְמִי שֶׁהָיָה חוֹלֶה וְנִתְרַפֵּא בַּמּוֹעֵד׃ Show more
כך מסתבר. ולהעיר מאג"ק ח"ג ע' שעב (לאחד שלא יכול לעבור לפני התיבה בשנת אבילות): ונכון במאד שבזמני התפלה יתן לצדקה לעילוי הנשמה וילמוד משניות, וגם ישתדל לברך בזימון היינו שהוא יהי' המברך (שבו"י ח"א סק"כ, אף כשהיתום… כך מסתבר. ולהעיר מאג"ק ח"ג ע' שעב (לאחד שלא יכול לעבור לפני התיבה בשנת אבילות): ונכון במאד שבזמני התפלה יתן לצדקה לעילוי הנשמה וילמוד משניות, וגם ישתדל לברך בזימון היינו שהוא יהי' המברך (שבו"י ח"א סק"כ, אף כשהיתום אומר קדיש לא ראיתי מהדרין בזה, וכ"ק מו"ח אדמו"ר הכ"מ לא ציוני עד"ז בשנת, ל"ע, האבלות). עכ"ל. אבל במשך השבעה אין האבל לומד משניות. #8177 (2)Show more
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