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One may obtain foods and other supplies which are clearly for Shabbos, provided that there is no mention on Shabbos that it is a purchase, and similarly, that there is no discussion on Shabbos regarding cost, payment, weights and… One may obtain foods and other supplies which are clearly for Shabbos, provided that there is no mention on Shabbos that it is a purchase, and similarly, that there is no discussion on Shabbos regarding cost, payment, weights and measures, etc. One should also not use expressions on Shabbos such as “lend me”, but rather, simply say “give it to me.” Discussions regarding payment should all take place before and/or after Shabbos. [There are more details regarding this in Shulchan Aruch OC 323:1-3, but the above is the best practice and sufficient for dealing with the above situation.] However,…Show more
Absolutely forbidden. So moving something from private to the public domain and vice versa (even within Daled Amos) is forbidden? Correct. מקורות: שו״ת רש״ל נא. ט״ז רסו, ד. אדה״ז שם יב.…
שאלה: אני שליח בישיבה, באחד מהפעמים שנסענו למבצעים ירדתי מהכביש המהיר, והיה שם מצלמה שתפסה אותי נוסע מעל המהירות המורשה וקיבלנו קנס, אותו דבר היה עם הגוי של הישיבה ולא חייבו אותו לשלם את הקנס, האם הם יכולים לחייב… שאלה: אני שליח בישיבה, באחד מהפעמים שנסענו למבצעים ירדתי מהכביש המהיר, והיה שם מצלמה שתפסה אותי נוסע מעל המהירות המורשה וקיבלנו קנס, אותו דבר היה עם הגוי של הישיבה ולא חייבו אותו לשלם את הקנס, האם הם יכולים לחייב אותי? להבהיר את השאלה: האם יש מקום (ע"פ דין) לומר שמכיוון שכשנהגתי בשביל הישיבה ולא לעצמי, שהישיבה תשלם את הקנס. או שאני חייב לשלם? אף פעם לא היה כלל ברור שכשמישהו מקבל קנס בנהיגה מי צריך לשלם הנהג או הישיבה, אצלי היה מונח בפשטות שהנהג משלם, עד שיום אחד הגוי נהג וקיבל קנס על נסיעה מעבר למהירות המותרת, והישיבה שילמה…Show more
Making food for such a mother would be considered a non-obligatory Mitzvah and therefore would be allowed to be paid for from Maaser funds (and you do not need to mention to the family that you are using Maaser… Making food for such a mother would be considered a non-obligatory Mitzvah and therefore would be allowed to be paid for from Maaser funds (and you do not need to mention to the family that you are using Maaser money for it). There are Poskim that disagree. But common custom is to permit using Maaser funds for other Mitzvahs. And this is the accepted opinion. If you originally have undertaken the Minhag of Maaser to be for Mitzvos too and not only for poor people, then you may do so according to all opinions. If the family receiving the…Show more
See the following link about a similar question. https://asktherav.com/2806-7-are-women-allowed-to-give-a-speech-when-their-audience-is-50-men-as-well/ Nonetheless, if the cooking show or news interview is intended for non-religious Jews to inspire them about kashrus etc. (and not for religious Jews) there could be room for leniency.… See the following link about a similar question. https://asktherav.com/2806-7-are-women-allowed-to-give-a-speech-when-their-audience-is-50-men-as-well/ Nonetheless, if the cooking show or news interview is intended for non-religious Jews to inspire them about kashrus etc. (and not for religious Jews) there could be room for leniency. However, the following are important points to consider: Attire should be modest and truly Tznius to make a Kiddush Hashem and not Chas Veshalom the opposite. The Shlucha should act modestly in speech and behavior. The interview or show should be done by another woman and not a man. The Shlucha should not later publicize the video to religious crowds…Show more
No, unless it has added sensitive ingredients. #4652 This Q&A is brought to you in honor of Sara bas Leah Gittel and Daniel Yosef ben Leah Gittel To dedicate a Q&A please contact us at sponsorship@AskTheRav.com. … No, unless it has added sensitive ingredients. #4652 This Q&A is brought to you in honor of Sara bas Leah Gittel and Daniel Yosef ben Leah Gittel To dedicate a Q&A please contact us at sponsorship@AskTheRav.com. Show more
The exemption from fasting applies only to a woman who is already in the fourth month of pregnancy, or in the case of pain from 40 days onwards. However, if suffering from morning sickness, headache and/or general weakness one… The exemption from fasting applies only to a woman who is already in the fourth month of pregnancy, or in the case of pain from 40 days onwards. However, if suffering from morning sickness, headache and/or general weakness one is exempt already from the beginning of the pregnancy. ראה מור וקציעה תקנ. מל״ח ט, יד. משנ״ב תקנ, ג. הנסמן בשו״ת יחו״ד א, לה. #4651Show more
Also, for someone in the process of conversion (and someone not Jewish) how would we say the name in Tehilim? Would we use the mother's name? Also, a Giyores asked me if her birthday should be celebrated the day… Also, for someone in the process of conversion (and someone not Jewish) how would we say the name in Tehilim? Would we use the mother's name? Also, a Giyores asked me if her birthday should be celebrated the day she was born, or the day that she had her conversion? And which Kapitel should she say? Answer: Mother’s name for mother/daughter who converted: The daughter should use the name bas Sarah. וי״א להזכיר בתפלה גם בגר וגם בגיורת בת אברהם אבינו. וראה שמחת הרגל רות (ז, ב). יפה ללב אה״ע קכט, טו (מא, ב). וראה גם הנסמן…Show more
You should change that and offer something else. If you cannot change the menu, then offer Mezonos bread. If this is impossible too, then there’s room to be lenient to offer Hamotzi bread. It’s recommended to offer them to… You should change that and offer something else. If you cannot change the menu, then offer Mezonos bread. If this is impossible too, then there’s room to be lenient to offer Hamotzi bread. It’s recommended to offer them to wash and to Bentch out loud and have them in mind. טעמים ומקורות: עיין שו"ע או"ח ס' קס"ג ס"ב, מ"א סק"ב, אדה״ז שם ב, א"א שם. שו"ע סי' קס"ט ס"ב ורמ"א שם שיש להקל לענין צדקה, מ"א סק"ו שאם יודע בוודאי שלא יברך אסור, וכן פסק במ"ב שם ס"ק יא. ודלא כב"ח שחילק בין נט"י לשאר ברכות. ובשו״ת תורת…Show more
Yes. Sources: ראה אצלנו בהסכמה להוספות של ס׳ בירורי מנהגים סדר היום…
I have 3 questions: Who pays for checking the Mezuzahs of the basement every year in Elul? Is it the obligation of the landlord to provide carbon monoxide detectors, and smoke detectors? There is an A/C unit that breaks… I have 3 questions: Who pays for checking the Mezuzahs of the basement every year in Elul? Is it the obligation of the landlord to provide carbon monoxide detectors, and smoke detectors? There is an A/C unit that breaks very often. Do they have an obligation to replace it with a fully working unit? All these issues were never addressed before we moved in. Answer: Paying for the Mezuzos to be checked is the obligation of those who are renting. However, this applies only when there is an absolute obligation. Since checking every Elul (which is our Minhag)…Show more
As long as it is not permanent, or for a very long time, it is fine. Sources: See Minchas Chinuch Mitzvah 253. Nishmas Avraham Y.D. 180.…
Question: If I do Chumash with a friend for Chitas, is it an issue to recite half a Pasuk and translate in English and then finish the Pasuk and translate? (I’m asking if it’s a problem - if it’s… Question: If I do Chumash with a friend for Chitas, is it an issue to recite half a Pasuk and translate in English and then finish the Pasuk and translate? (I’m asking if it’s a problem - if it’s counted for my own chitas, and is there is a problem if there is Hashem's name in the Pasuk?) Answer: One may read a Pasuk and translate in the middle of the Pasuk, and then continue reading to finish the Pasuk. אף שאסור להפסיק באמצע כל פסוק, כי כל פסוקא דלא פסקי׳ משה לא פסקינן (ראה מגילה…Show more
According to the manufacturing company, it is not kosher certified but it is vegan with no animal derivatives. The company however does produce products with non-kosher ingredients and it could be problematic if the same utensils were used. Whether… According to the manufacturing company, it is not kosher certified but it is vegan with no animal derivatives. The company however does produce products with non-kosher ingredients and it could be problematic if the same utensils were used. Whether or not it would be permitted for you to take this supplement would depend on your condition, if it's with a doctor's directive or not, and if there is a kosher alternative or not. See here: https://asktherav.com/do-pharmaceutical-vitamins-and-probiotics-need-a-hechsher/ #4614Show more
The custom is not to go to a cemetery on Rosh Chodesh, although it’s not an outright Issur. Many Chassidim go to the ohel on Rosh Chodesh. The Rebbe has gone on some occasions on Rosh Chodesh too, however… The custom is not to go to a cemetery on Rosh Chodesh, although it’s not an outright Issur. Many Chassidim go to the ohel on Rosh Chodesh. The Rebbe has gone on some occasions on Rosh Chodesh too, however this was an exception to the rule. Rumor has it that the Rebbe once stated that if going to a Rebbe not as going to a cemetery but as if the Rebbe moved a few blocks away (the way one goes to a living person) one may go even on Chol Hamoed. See here. Sources: מדינא מותר לילך בראש חודש, חנוכה ופורים. ועכ״ז, המנהג…Show more
If a person made a mental, even non-verbal, commitment to give Tzedakah, this is called Gomar B'Leibo, and he is obligated to fulfill that commitment. There is a disagreement if one may change the recipient in such a case.… If a person made a mental, even non-verbal, commitment to give Tzedakah, this is called Gomar B'Leibo, and he is obligated to fulfill that commitment. There is a disagreement if one may change the recipient in such a case. It’s advisable to do Hatoras Nedarim in such a case. A common problem that could be caused by this, is that if a person made such a commitment, but the Meshulach he was planning to give the Tzedakah to, disappeared from his sight or he can't get hold of the Gabbai Tzedakah he made this non verbal pledge to. The…Show more
You're allowed to go to the wedding. If you don’t usually travel overseas to your grandchildren‘s weddings, you should not travel now either. See here at length: https://asktherav.com/what-parts-of-a-wedding-am-i-allowed-to-go-to-during-the-year-of-aveilus-i-have-a-first-cousins-wedding-who-i-am-very-close-with-and-would-like-to-go-even-for-short-while/ מקורות: כן מתירים: ערוך השלחן יו"ד סימן שצא סעיף י.…
One may purchase regular items in the nine days (like shampoo etc.), if it’s not clothing or fancy items, or special gifts. ב. ראה משנ״ב תקנא, יא. #748 (2)
Yes, if you can’t do so after the nine days, and you're ordering online but the shoes will arrive after Tisha B’av, especially for younger kids under Bar Mitzvah. א. ראה הליכות שלמה פרק יג ושו”ת אור לציון… Yes, if you can’t do so after the nine days, and you're ordering online but the shoes will arrive after Tisha B’av, especially for younger kids under Bar Mitzvah. א. ראה הליכות שלמה פרק יג ושו”ת אור לציון ח”ב פרק כ”ה ס”ג. אם א״צ לשלם בשעת ההזמנה, או שהכסף יוצא מכרטיס אשראי רק אח״כ, וגם אינו מקבל הבגד עד אחרי ת״ב - יש להקל בלא״ה. ובבגדי ילדים - ראה במשנת יעקב סי’ תקנ”א שהוא ע״ד ההיתר לכבס עבורם. והתיר עד שבוע שחל. ואף שלכבס הוא רק כשמתלכלכים תדיר, כתבנו במק״א שלרמ״א שבבגדי שאר קטנים נהגו להקל - היינו…Show more
Question: In Shulchan Aruch it mentions that one is obligated to wear socks for Tznius, and that one must take off and put back on their socks while under the blanket. Is this applicable these days also? Answer:… Question: In Shulchan Aruch it mentions that one is obligated to wear socks for Tznius, and that one must take off and put back on their socks while under the blanket. Is this applicable these days also? Answer: These days where it's common for men to walk around even in front of other people without socks, it's not considered not Tznius to walk around like that. Sources: עיין ערוה"ש או״ח ב, א שאין בימינו קפידא בזה…Show more
Some are stringent not to wear slippers that don't have a back, but according to strict Halachah it’s permitted. With flip flops, there is more room for stringency. Sources: See Rema (O”CH 301: 16) and Alter Rebbe's Shulchan…
If the money goes directly to the church, then it is not permissible, unless we know that the money is going to fund their social work and not for the actual church itself. Even so this is not advisable… If the money goes directly to the church, then it is not permissible, unless we know that the money is going to fund their social work and not for the actual church itself. Even so this is not advisable for Chinuch reasons. Sources: ראה תוס׳ ע״ז מד, ב ד״ה נהנין. ובשו״ע יו״ד…Show more
Technological development in CCTV (Closed Circuit Television) and internet-based applications such as Skype (a video-conferencing program) allow for remote viewing of a food-production factory, a dairy farm, a private kitchen—or even an entire home. Contemporary Poskim discuss the role… Technological development in CCTV (Closed Circuit Television) and internet-based applications such as Skype (a video-conferencing program) allow for remote viewing of a food-production factory, a dairy farm, a private kitchen—or even an entire home. Contemporary Poskim discuss the role of synchronized video transmission in settings that require Shmirah (supervision) such as Hashgachah (kosher certification) at a factory, Jewish supervision of milking on the farm, safeguarding the kashrus of a kitchen when non-observant people have access to it, and averting Yichud (halachically proscribed seclusion of a male and a female). Some situations are in the category of birur milsa b’alma…Show more
There are many facets to the Halachah of Yichud. The issue of Yichud comes up every time a person of one gender is in seclusion with someone of the opposite gender, whether a babysitter, a person who works in… There are many facets to the Halachah of Yichud. The issue of Yichud comes up every time a person of one gender is in seclusion with someone of the opposite gender, whether a babysitter, a person who works in our home, or other such situations. One solution to the problem of Yichud is to have a Shomer (guard) whose presence will prevent inappropriate behavior due to fear that their actions will be disclosed to others. One Shomer is sufficient by day, but two Shomrim are required at night; night in this context begins at the time when most people…Show more
A primary condition of Yichud (halachically proscribed seclusion of male and females) is lack of free access or oversight. Hence, a private home that has pesach pasuach l’reshus harabim (a door that is open to a public domain)… A primary condition of Yichud (halachically proscribed seclusion of male and females) is lack of free access or oversight. Hence, a private home that has pesach pasuach l’reshus harabim (a door that is open to a public domain) would avert the issur (prohibition) of Yichud during the day and early evening hours, at a time when there is plenty of pedestrian traffic. Some later acharonim (latter-day halachic authorities) extend the exemption of pesach pasuach l’reshus harabim to private homes with regular access by others, such as when the house keys are in the hands of outsiders. However,…Show more
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