Can I try on a wool garment for sizing, before checking it for Shatnez?
Yes. See here: https://asktherav.com/article-279-trying-on-a-garment-not-checked-for-shatnez/ #6255
Yes. See here: https://asktherav.com/article-279-trying-on-a-garment-not-checked-for-shatnez/ #6255
In the case of an acquaintance, certainly in the case of cleaning help or handyman as appreciation, it is permissible. #6257
Full Question: I share an office with some non-Jews. We have in our office a hot water dispenser; you put your cup underneath the faucet and you press a…
Yes. However, one must also ensure the choice is made with utmost sensitivity to others, in a manner of Shalom. Sources: או״ז מילה קז. ריקאנטי תקצ. רמ״א ולבוש…
There are different brands of quinoa and different standards in terms of quality. Quinoa in general is not known to be an infested grain. However, this depends on season,…
1. Even if there is no meat in a soup but it was cooked with meat, the taste of the meat overrides the taste of the vegetables and the…
There is room for leniency when needed as long as it's not noticeable. Sources: אף שמיוחד לאיש, וכתב הרמ"א רפב, ה אפילו באחד מן הבגדים אסור אף על…
There are technically two options: 1. Although it is recommended for a number of reasons to separate Maaser as soon as one receives earnings, and some Poskim even regard…
You would first have have to see if there is a Kosher version of the ones the hospital gave you. If none are available -which is unlikely - and…
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שאלה: ראיתי בדפים של מדריכי חתנים שנוהגים בלילה הראשון לקיים שלושת הסימנים שמסרה רחל ללאה שהובא בספר חסד לאברהם. האם זה מנהגנו וכך צריך להדריך את החתנים? תשובה:…
Question: On Shabbos when we wash hands for Hamotzi, do we need to say the Bracha Hamotzi or just say Amen to Baal Habayis? Do we have to say…
Birkas Hagomel is made when there is a chance of Sakana. If the deer crashed into the car and there is a chance of Sakana C"V to life, then…
If when prepared the pieces do not clump or stick together, it is permitted. If when prepared the pieces clump or stick together, it is permitted if the following…
1) If the seat detaches from the base, are you allowed to detach the seat (when moving the stroller downstairs) and reattach it? If it snaps in and out…
30th of Shevat. Some say to observe 1 Nissan. ראה מג״א תקסח, ז. מחה״ש שם. מט״א דיני קדיש יתום ג, ח. משנ״ב תקסח, מב, ובירור הלכה זילבר שם.…
Question: My wife's Tichel falls off a lot during Tashmish and she has to keep on adjusting it. Must she wear it during Tashmish? Answer: The Zohar states,…
ביום - צריך שני אנשים. ורק אנשים כשרים מועילים. לדעת אדמו״ר הצמח צדק אינו מספיק חזקת כשרות הרגילה וצריך להיות ידיעה שמוחזקים בכשרות כמו תלמידי חכמים. בלילה - בזמן…
They may not be there when your husband is there. מקורות: יחוד עם שתי נשים אסור מדרבנן. ובפרט בלילה. ואשתו עמו לרוה״פ מהני רק כשנמצאת אתו בבית. ואף…
Coca cola is certified by the OU, and a OU symbol is required. Rav Landau from Bnei Brak has a separate line of production with his Hechsher. As far…
One can burn the Challah if it is covered well with aluminum foil while baking the batch of bread. One should not bake the Challah uncovered in an oven. The batch…