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Is a heter needed from a Rov for a scheduled C-section? If medically mandated, there is no need for a heter. Can a husband be in the room by the wife's head? A husband should not be… Is a heter needed from a Rov for a scheduled C-section? If medically mandated, there is no need for a heter. Can a husband be in the room by the wife's head? A husband should not be present in the room at the time of delivery/birth due to his wife becoming Nidda. This applies to a C-section as well, for all laws of Niddah apply then as well. See here: https://asktherav.com/9501-can-the-husband-be-in-the-delivery-room-especially-if-there-is-no-doula-present/ What is the husband supposed to do in this situation regarding Tehillim or anything else? See here: מקורות: הנה בשו"ע יו"ד סי' קצד סי"ד נפסק שיוצא דופן…Show more
Ideally, you should remove one Mezuzah for rechecking. Even better would be to replace with a better Mezuzah, and make a Bracha when putting it up. Sources: שאינו מברך - כ״מ בש״ך יו״ד רפו, כה. וכן…
Yes, as pretzels are subject to the laws of Pas Yisroel. See here. Sources: חידושי חת"ס יו"ד קיב, יב. דרכי תשובה קיב, מט.…
One should make a fire and burn all the leftover oil and wicks used for the Menorah. (This does not include the oil that is still in the bottle) It is questionable whether Chanukah wicks and oil may be… One should make a fire and burn all the leftover oil and wicks used for the Menorah. (This does not include the oil that is still in the bottle) It is questionable whether Chanukah wicks and oil may be thrown away in a respectful manner, e.g. by putting them in their own bag and putting that bag in the garbage. However, one can destroy them in any other respectful manner. Shabbos candles may be disposed of directly into the garbage. See also: https://asktherav.com/18187-can-i-put-leftover-chanukah-wicks-and-oil-in-the-garbage/ Sources: ראה שו״ע ונו״כ סתרע״ז, ד, ובפר״ח שם. וראה משמ״ש…Show more
לוח כולל חב״ד מוצאי תשעה באב. והוא ממורה באצבע להחיד״א ח, רלט. אבל שם רק לרחוץ פניו. וכ״ה בלוח כולל חב״ד במוצאי יו״כ. ומובן, שאין מקום לחלק. ורחוק בעיני שבמוצאי יו״כ השמיט רחיצת הפה, מחמת שמועה בשם השפ״א שבס׳… לוח כולל חב״ד מוצאי תשעה באב. והוא ממורה באצבע להחיד״א ח, רלט. אבל שם רק לרחוץ פניו. וכ״ה בלוח כולל חב״ד במוצאי יו״כ. ומובן, שאין מקום לחלק. ורחוק בעיני שבמוצאי יו״כ השמיט רחיצת הפה, מחמת שמועה בשם השפ״א שבס׳ דולה ומשקה צישנסקי ע׳ פו. והטעם, לברך בנקיות, וכמו בכל בוקר. אלא, שבגוף הענין, י״ל שאחרי שעבר היום ל״ש הטעם דרירין שבפיו (שו״ע או״ח א, יז. אדה״ז שם קמא יז) - ע״פ רמב״ם אסו״ב ט, לח. אבל אי משום הא, הה״נ במוצאי ת״ב. ועוד, דהיינו רק בג׳ שעות ראשונות, כברמב״ם שם. ערוה״ש יו״ד קצ, פד. ועיקר, שעדיין יש טעם אחר,…Show more
Ma'aser is given from any income, work or otherwise. Thus, Ma'aser should be given from the money. See here: https://asktherav.com/article-737-maaser-on-gift-money/ #6600
Parents often support their grown children by helping them with monthly expenditures, covering a down payment on a house, paying for the expenses of a simchah (happy occasion)—such as the bris of a newborn grandson, new-baby paraphernalia—and other such… Parents often support their grown children by helping them with monthly expenditures, covering a down payment on a house, paying for the expenses of a simchah (happy occasion)—such as the bris of a newborn grandson, new-baby paraphernalia—and other such gifts. Are the children obligated to pay ma’aser (lit., “a tenth”; refers to the practice of tithing earnings for charity) on the money they receive? Beneficiaries of monetary assistance offered for general support without specific instructions on how to spend it—for example, when parents contribute to a young kollel (married men’s yeshiva) couple’s expenses—should give ma’aser. (An exemption would apply…Show more
If you can estimate how much money was in the various pushkas, then divide the $120 proportionally (as much as possible). If not, divide it equally. ראה צדקה ומשפט פ"ח הערה 25 קטע ד"ה נפלו, כשנתערבו מעות של… If you can estimate how much money was in the various pushkas, then divide the $120 proportionally (as much as possible). If not, divide it equally. ראה צדקה ומשפט פ"ח הערה 25 קטע ד"ה נפלו, כשנתערבו מעות של קופות. #6605Show more
לקבלת פנים מותר ללכת, ולהגיש מאכלים על השולחן כמלצר. מותר גם להשתתף בחופה ולצאת לפני שהמוזיקה מתחילה. קשה להקל להתיר לבני דודים להיות נוכחים בסעודת החתונה. אמנם, במצב מיוחד, שלב החתן וכלה יצטערו מהעדר השתתפותו, מקום להקל בהתאם לנסיבות.… לקבלת פנים מותר ללכת, ולהגיש מאכלים על השולחן כמלצר. מותר גם להשתתף בחופה ולצאת לפני שהמוזיקה מתחילה. קשה להקל להתיר לבני דודים להיות נוכחים בסעודת החתונה. אמנם, במצב מיוחד, שלב החתן וכלה יצטערו מהעדר השתתפותו, מקום להקל בהתאם לנסיבות. לכתחילה כדאי להיכנס רק לאחל מזל טוב. אם זה לא מספיק להפיג צער החתן וכלה, אפשר להקל להיות בחתונה ולהיות מלצר לכו"כ אנשים, אבל אין לאכול שם כלל. וכן יש לצאת בשעת המוזיקה. טעמים ומקורות: עיין שו"ע יו"ד סימן שצ"א ס"ג שאין ליכנס לבית המשתה של נישואין (יש ויש הלכה כיש בתרא). ועיין שם ברמ"א שיש מתירים לאכול עם…Show more
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Many authorities have addressed similar questions to yours about this topic. A range of answers have been provided about why this was permissible then, or how it was done differently than what we think was really done. A small… Many authorities have addressed similar questions to yours about this topic. A range of answers have been provided about why this was permissible then, or how it was done differently than what we think was really done. A small selection of references appear below, though much more has been written on the subject. הריקודים היו אך ורק מצד שמחת היום ונעשו בכרמים בסתר, שופטים כא, יט. וללא בחורים. וההסתכלות היתה רק מצד שאסור לקדש עד שיראנה - מהרש"א סוף תענית. יש"ש גיטין א, יח. שו"ת בנימין זאב שה. עץ יוסף בעין יעקב. ערוה"ש אה"ע כב, ג. זכרון יוסף…Show more
Hefsek Tahara should ideally be done right before sunset, i.e. within half an hour of sunset. Best at candle lighting time. But if necessary may be done from the time of Mincha K'tana. This applies to both the Hefsek… Hefsek Tahara should ideally be done right before sunset, i.e. within half an hour of sunset. Best at candle lighting time. But if necessary may be done from the time of Mincha K'tana. This applies to both the Hefsek Tahara Bedika, as well as the afternoon Bedika during Shivah Nekiyim. Sources: הפס״ט - ב״י וב״ח קצו. תוך ח״ש - בא״ח…Show more
If you can only use the points for very specific items you need not give ma'aser. However, if it gives you a broad purchasing power through your credit card it’s considered as a monetary gift and ma'aser must be… If you can only use the points for very specific items you need not give ma'aser. However, if it gives you a broad purchasing power through your credit card it’s considered as a monetary gift and ma'aser must be given. If it can only be used as miles - and the miles are not being exchanged for cash - or to reduce your credit card debt, ma'aser need not be given. Ma'aser need not be separated from miles earned on a flight even if exchanged for cash, as it’s considered a rebate on the ticket. One need not separate…Show more
Question Continued: I've heard of some who either go to the Ohel before the party and cut a little there, or go after the party and save some hair for there. I understand the concept of bringing the boy… Question Continued: I've heard of some who either go to the Ohel before the party and cut a little there, or go after the party and save some hair for there. I understand the concept of bringing the boy on his birthday to the Rebbe, but I'm asking specifically about the actual cutting of the hair. Answer: This is a question of hergesh. Many do the upsherenish at Rashbi in Meron, even if not on Lag B’omer. This might be the same idea. Perhaps, it also stems from the fact that people who asked the Rebbe…Show more
Question: A Bochur closed a Shidduch and during the meetings he was was guided by a friend whose guidance was very useful in sealing the shidduch. The Shadchan has already been payed in full. They have already been married… Question: A Bochur closed a Shidduch and during the meetings he was was guided by a friend whose guidance was very useful in sealing the shidduch. The Shadchan has already been payed in full. They have already been married and the Bochur wants to know if the friend should receive payment as well for his advice in the shidduch. The friend ultimately helped the Bochur form a very good impression on the girl. Answer: While the Bochur may choose to offer his friend something as a token of appreciation, there is no halachic requirement to do so. Sources: אפי' את"ל שדינו כשדכן - ראה בתקנות פראג אות…Show more
Tzitzis strings are considered tashmishei mitzvah, articles used for a mitzvah. This means that they themselves are not sacred; they are merely used for a mitzvah. Therefore, after they have been detached from a Tallis,… Tzitzis strings are considered tashmishei mitzvah, articles used for a mitzvah. This means that they themselves are not sacred; they are merely used for a mitzvah. Therefore, after they have been detached from a Tallis, they may be discarded, even put in the garbage. So long as they are attached to a Tallis, however, it is forbidden to use them for any mundane purpose, e.g., to use them to tie an object or the like, for this would indicate disrespect for the mitzvah. Some authorities hold that even after they have been detached…Show more
Chanterelle Mushrooms are kosher. I am not familiar with a specific method to check these mushrooms for worms (which is very common in this type of mushrooms). It is not suggested to use morel and oyster mushrooms because they… Chanterelle Mushrooms are kosher. I am not familiar with a specific method to check these mushrooms for worms (which is very common in this type of mushrooms). It is not suggested to use morel and oyster mushrooms because they are impractical to check as they have hard to see crevices. All other mushrooms with smoother texture should be washed well under a direct stream of water and no further checking is necessary. #6480Show more
According to Halachah, there is no restriction on eating in a beis ha’avel (house of mourning) and many sources address the meals eaten there during shiv’ah (the seven [days of mourning]). Nonetheless, there is a custom in many communities… According to Halachah, there is no restriction on eating in a beis ha’avel (house of mourning) and many sources address the meals eaten there during shiv’ah (the seven [days of mourning]). Nonetheless, there is a custom in many communities that only mourners (and their families) should partake of food that is brought into a beis ha’avel. The origin of this practice is an age-old minhag (custom) noted by many poskim that restricts a non-mourner from taking lo davar katan, v’lo davar gadol (no thing small or large) from a beis ha’avel, confining all articles—food and inedibles—to the house due…Show more
Does a a child who was circumcised with a Bronstein Mogen Clamp need hatafas dam bris (also implied in the question is would hatafas dam bris help), or not? If the mohel is using the Bronstein Mogen Clamp, is… Does a a child who was circumcised with a Bronstein Mogen Clamp need hatafas dam bris (also implied in the question is would hatafas dam bris help), or not? If the mohel is using the Bronstein Mogen Clamp, is there any advantage if he is Frum or not? What should he the policy regarding accepting such mohelim into Chabad houses, should we allow them to use the clamp in the Chabad house? May we allow mohelim who do milah and priah bvas achas or use gloves to do Brisim in Chabad houses? Is a mohel who uses a mogen…Show more
Full Question: Since I learned that Mitzvos need kavana (and I know it should take quick, but) since I'm afraid not to have it, so I decided to just say the words in my mind "I want to fulfill… Full Question: Since I learned that Mitzvos need kavana (and I know it should take quick, but) since I'm afraid not to have it, so I decided to just say the words in my mind "I want to fulfill the Mitzva "X"". But still, since I'm afraid I'm not able to concentrate and keep saying it over and over, could I just say it once and no matter if I had proper concentration or not move on? Response: I am sorry to hear about your condition and I'm sure that you are seeking medical help, and I'm glad…Show more
You should not meet at a non kosher restaurant. בשו״ת אג״מ או״ח ב, מ כתב לאיסורא משום מראית עין וחשדא. וראה שם או״ח ד, פב. (ולהעיר שמה שהתיר במקום צער כגון צמאון, ומדמה לה לכתובות ס, א -… You should not meet at a non kosher restaurant. בשו״ת אג״מ או״ח ב, מ כתב לאיסורא משום מראית עין וחשדא. וראה שם או״ח ד, פב. (ולהעיר שמה שהתיר במקום צער כגון צמאון, ומדמה לה לכתובות ס, א - כבר נתקשו, דאדרבה לתוס׳ שם רק במראית עין בדרבנן הקלו, וג״ז אין הכרח שהוא משום צערא (ורק גוף ההיתר דמלאכה כלאח״י הוא משום צער או פסידא). כן להעיר שהתיר רק במצטער טובא ובאופן שאין מכיריו מבחוץ, עיי״ש). וצ״ל דשאני פונדק של גוים - ראה ט״ז יו"ד צא, ב - שעיקרו לשינה או לשתיית יי״ש משא״כ במסעדה. וראה משנ״ה ו, ריט.…Show more
A julienne peeler may not be used on Shabbos. ע״פ דעת הצ״צ בחי׳ שבת ספ״ז שבחותך לחתיכות דקות באורך ג״ז בכלל טוחן, על יסוד ד׳ רש״י שבת עד, ב ד״ה חייב י״א. והביאו בקצוה״ש קכט, בבדה״ש ב. וכ״מ… A julienne peeler may not be used on Shabbos. ע״פ דעת הצ״צ בחי׳ שבת ספ״ז שבחותך לחתיכות דקות באורך ג״ז בכלל טוחן, על יסוד ד׳ רש״י שבת עד, ב ד״ה חייב י״א. והביאו בקצוה״ש קכט, בבדה״ש ב. וכ״מ מפירש״י שבת עד, א ד״ה דסלית, ראה או״ז ס. וראה שביתת השבת טוחן ב (ע׳ קעד). (וצ״ע מש״כ בשו״ת אג״מ או״ח ד, עד, טוחן ג. אבל ראה מה שכתב ליישב בשו״ת מנחת שלמה א, צא. אלא שזהו ע״פ דרכו ששיעורו כשאינו צריך לבקוע בשיניים. ואין לזה הכרח ממק״א. ואדרבה, ביראים עדר, ששיעור דקותן לא נודע לנו. ואכ״מ). וכ״כ לאיסור בארחות…Show more
If men will be present it is forbidden. See here (excerpt below). From the age of 11, a girl may certainly not sing in front of men (or boys over 9). Some Rabbonim are of the opinion that even… If men will be present it is forbidden. See here (excerpt below). From the age of 11, a girl may certainly not sing in front of men (or boys over 9). Some Rabbonim are of the opinion that even girls from the age of 6 should avoid singing in front of men. Some are careful even from age 3. While there is a minority view that makes a distinction between a single girl singing and a group of girls singing, the general consensus in halacha is that no difference exists if it’s one girl or a group singing in…Show more
Although it is technically permitted, especially if you learn a Posuk inside as well, it is recommended to use instead a tikun korim, which contains the ksav ashuris and achieves the same purpose. Sources: הנה בטור יו"ד סימן ער כתב בשם אביו הרא"ש…
There are 3 issues that need to be addressed: Dreidel - The dreidel should not be played on Shabbos. According to some authorities, a dreidel is possibly considered a keli shemelachto l’issur. Muktza - raw inedible beans are… There are 3 issues that need to be addressed: Dreidel - The dreidel should not be played on Shabbos. According to some authorities, a dreidel is possibly considered a keli shemelachto l’issur. Muktza - raw inedible beans are considered to be muktza. In order for something (that's not a keli or food) to lose its status of muktza (and attain toras keli) it needs to either be designated forever or have something changed on it. Playing with food - is allowed as long as the food does not get ruined. סביבון - הוא כלי שמלאכתו…Show more
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