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The broom and mop should ideally be sold and a new one should be used. If not possible, it should be cleaned well from any Chometz. If its already Pesach and you did not sell it, it must… The broom and mop should ideally be sold and a new one should be used. If not possible, it should be cleaned well from any Chometz. If its already Pesach and you did not sell it, it must be cleaned well and any Chometz found must be destroyed (Burn it or flush down the toilet). #7937Show more
You may say Boruch Hamavdil and then do Melacha (zoom etc.) and continue eating, however you will not be able to say Yale Veyovo in Bentching. Ato Chonantanu should still be recited during Maariv. Remember to make Havdala afterwards… You may say Boruch Hamavdil and then do Melacha (zoom etc.) and continue eating, however you will not be able to say Yale Veyovo in Bentching. Ato Chonantanu should still be recited during Maariv. Remember to make Havdala afterwards on wine. ראה שו"ע אדה"ז תצא, ג. נתבאר בלקו"ש חכ"ב ע' 36 ובהערות שם. #7953Show more
Regular Yizkor is recited at home. Those that are not reciting Yizkor should leave the room where it's being said. It should be noted that the main Zechus for the Neshama is from the Tzedaka that the family member… Regular Yizkor is recited at home. Those that are not reciting Yizkor should leave the room where it's being said. It should be noted that the main Zechus for the Neshama is from the Tzedaka that the family member pledges (bli neder) during Yizkor. Those that light a candle should light them before Yom Tov. If one forgot, they can light on Yom Tov as well, near the Yom Tov candles. Sources: הזכרת נשמות שלא בביהכ"נ - נת' בשו"ת דודאי השדה…Show more
Under normal circumstances, it should not be done on Shabbos. Sources: נשמת אברהם או״ח שיח, ב - ע׳ שסא.…
Firstly, the allowances given here to showering on Yom Tov is only when the following conditions are met: a) One will assure not to run into the problem of סחיטה (squeezing) by their wet hair. That is to be… Firstly, the allowances given here to showering on Yom Tov is only when the following conditions are met: a) One will assure not to run into the problem of סחיטה (squeezing) by their wet hair. That is to be careful from squeezing one’s hair from the washing till the drying. Therefore putting a soap or shampoo on the hair may not be done. b) There is no allowance to use bar soaps since that is considered Me’machek (see Mishna Berurah 326:30). c) No fire can be lit or activated by turning on the shower faucet, therefore if the boiler…Show more
By Horav Y. Braun When treating on Shabbat a patient who is critically ill, or when dealing with an individual whose life is in danger – known in Hebrew as pikuach nefesh – one is commanded to "violate"… By Horav Y. Braun When treating on Shabbat a patient who is critically ill, or when dealing with an individual whose life is in danger – known in Hebrew as pikuach nefesh – one is commanded to "violate" the Shabbat. This applies even if there's a doubt whether it is – or could evolve into – a life threatening situation. Even if retroactively it becomes clear that the act was unnecessary, or didn't accomplish its goal, it is not considered a desecration of the Shabbat, and the individual who acted receives reward for attempting to save a life.…Show more
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. One needs to see if there was a "force… 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. One needs to see if there was a "force of majeure" stipulation in place. Because there’s so many factors that can influence the decision in this case and also because there are multiple opinions on this matter, in the absence of a properly scheduled Din Torah, it is appropriate to reach some compromise between the parties. This is the advice that Batei Dinim all of the world are telling…Show more
Shabbos you may add hot water even from a kli rishon as it will not be able to cook the water. You may add hot water on yom tov from a pot that you cooked on yom tov that… Shabbos you may add hot water even from a kli rishon as it will not be able to cook the water. You may add hot water on yom tov from a pot that you cooked on yom tov that you are drinking from. #7527Show more
It’s not allowed, however if you use a pot or pail to do tisha kabin, then you can add hot water that you boiled on yom tov to drink from. אדה"ז תקיא א. #7538
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 ingredients of this Egg Matzah has no water in it. Only flour, apple juice and eggs. Answer: The Ashkenazi custom is to refrain from eating Egg Matzo throughout Pesach, including on Erev Pesach after Sof Zman Achilas… The ingredients of this Egg Matzah has no water in it. Only flour, apple juice and eggs. Answer: 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,…Show more
Question: 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… Question: 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…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
its kept in a separate section than the Pesach food. Answer: 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…its kept in a separate section than the Pesach food. Answer: 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…Show 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
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