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In general a doctor needs to be in contact with a competent Rav for general guidelines for the multiple and constant Shaylos that relate to Shabbos and Yom Tov. It is self understood that any Jewish doctor should make… In general a doctor needs to be in contact with a competent Rav for general guidelines for the multiple and constant Shaylos that relate to Shabbos and Yom Tov. It is self understood that any Jewish doctor should make his absolute best efforts that he does not need to be on call for Shabbos and Yom Tov. Most views hold that Shabbos is דחויה ולא הותרה. When the doctor must attend a sick patient on Shabbos (which again is a topic of it's own and should be addressed by a Rav who knows the doctor) who needs emergency medical…Show more
Yes. However, it is recommended you check one of the Pesach lists to make sure it is indeed acceptable for Pesach. #3508
Not allowed. Squeezing in general even by hand is not allowed. https://asktherav.com/41483-using-a-lemon-manual-squeezer-on-shabbos/ Sources: בנוגע שבת - ראה סימן ש"כ בהתחלתו. בנוגע יו"ט…
Question: I am teaching about Pesach in a Chabad House preschool. Some children are somewhat Frum/modern orthodox. Can I allow the children to taste Matzah from last years Shmura Matzah? Answer: One may eat Matzah till Erev Pesach.… Question: I am teaching about Pesach in a Chabad House preschool. Some children are somewhat Frum/modern orthodox. Can I allow the children to taste Matzah from last years Shmura Matzah? Answer: One may eat Matzah till Erev Pesach. Chabad custom is not to eat it thirty days before Pesach, but this custom is not practiced universally. Even according to Chabad custom, children that are not of age to understand that which is related to them about Yetzias Mitzrayim may eat Matzah. #3451Show more
If the breast pump was washed with Chometz vessels throughout the year, the milk should not be used over Pesach. One should set aside an additional breast pump that is kosher for Pesach, i.e. one where it was not… If the breast pump was washed with Chometz vessels throughout the year, the milk should not be used over Pesach. One should set aside an additional breast pump that is kosher for Pesach, i.e. one where it was not washed with Chometz vessels. #3441Show more
A oven can be Kashered with a blowtorch. However, using a blowtorch on the inside walls of a oven until it is red hot (what would be required if using that method) can be very dangerous and would ruin the…A oven can be Kashered with a blowtorch. However, using a blowtorch on the inside walls of a oven until it is red hot (what would be required if using that method) can be very dangerous and would ruin the oven. The fact that it is dangerous and can ruin the oven is also a reason why the Kashering should not be valid according to Halacha, as there is a concern that one might not do a proper job. Additionally, it is very likely to miss a spot causing the oven not to be Kashered. Therefore, unless it is done…Show more
All articles of food combine to make up a Kazayis. So, if you ate half a Kazayis of something that requires the after-Brachah, Borei Nefashos Rabbos, and then you ate another half a Kazayis of a food after which… All articles of food combine to make up a Kazayis. So, if you ate half a Kazayis of something that requires the after-Brachah, Borei Nefashos Rabbos, and then you ate another half a Kazayis of a food after which the "Meyayn Shalosh” is said or even if you ate half a Kazayis of bread, you recite the after-Brachah, Borei Nefashos Rabbos. The same ruling applies if you ate half a Kazayis of fruit after which the Brachah Al Ha'eitz is said, together with half a Kazayis of food after which the Berachah Al Hamichyah is said, or you ate…Show more
If Chometz touches it from the outside (while hot), then it needs to be Kashered on the outside. See also article #352 and article #739. #3448
Please note: The following guidelines apply only to Kashering vessels that are kosher for year round use, but Chametzdik for Pesach. (the Kashering of non kosher vessels has different guidelines) Kashering a sink: 1. Which sinks can be… Please note: The following guidelines apply only to Kashering vessels that are kosher for year round use, but Chametzdik for Pesach. (the Kashering of non kosher vessels has different guidelines) Kashering a sink: 1. Which sinks can be Kashered: Only a metal/stainless steel sink can be koshered. porcelain and enamel sinks cannot be Kashered. (there are some recommended practices for non Kasherible sinks. if applicable they can be sent to you). 2. Preparing the sink: the sink must be thoroughly cleaned. if any dirt or rust is on the sink it cannot be koshered (generally speaking). however a…Show more
Questions: 1. I have a liquor store on my Mivtzoim route that I want to sell their Chometz for Pesach but they do not want to close for 8 days (they are not Shomer Shabbos at all). Could I… Questions: 1. I have a liquor store on my Mivtzoim route that I want to sell their Chometz for Pesach but they do not want to close for 8 days (they are not Shomer Shabbos at all). Could I do a normal Mechiras Chometz even if he will still be working in the store? 2. There is a 3 way partnership all Jewish and one of them is the manager of the store do I need to get from all 3 of them Mechiras Chometz for the store or just the manager? (The other 2 do not work in…Show more
1. You may not listen intentionally. If you can be there and totally not pay attention because you are concentrating on something else it is permissible. Obviously, your older boys, over nine years old shouldn’t be listening either. (א)… 1. You may not listen intentionally. If you can be there and totally not pay attention because you are concentrating on something else it is permissible. Obviously, your older boys, over nine years old shouldn’t be listening either. (א) 2. There is a Machlokes Haposkim on this matter. The Rebbe notes on this matter that while Halachically there is room for a discussion on this matter, all agree that it does not bring one to Yiras Shomayim. Therefore, says the Rebbe, if one conducts himself in a manner of piety (Milsa D’chasidusa) he would not even think of…Show more
You can rely on his word regarding giving him an Aliyah and Birchas Kohanim. Sources: עפ"י הרמא אבהע"ז סי' ג סעי' א וראה בב"ש…
Question: It is Minhag Haolam, and unfortunately became a custom among Yidden too L'havdil, to make various pranks on the Secular calendar day today, under the name "April Fools". Is there any Heter to do such a thing? Is… Question: It is Minhag Haolam, and unfortunately became a custom among Yidden too L'havdil, to make various pranks on the Secular calendar day today, under the name "April Fools". Is there any Heter to do such a thing? Is this clear out Gneivas Daas? An example, people would say something like "guess what? I won a raffle and I'm going to Eretz Yisroel next week. I have one free ticket. do you want to join?" Answer: It is definitely not Mentshlich and not fit for a Yerai Shomayim to engage in such activities. There may be an exception…Show more
Question: I have a lot of couches in my house, and for Pesach, I obviously take off all the cushions to clean out what is under there but I want to know if I have to also reach my… Question: I have a lot of couches in my house, and for Pesach, I obviously take off all the cushions to clean out what is under there but I want to know if I have to also reach my hand further under, into the places you can not see, to try to pull out any crumbs or is that unnecessary? I attached a picture which gives a visual of what I am referring to. Answer: You must clean out as much as you can reach with your hand. Best is to pour a cleaning agent which will make…Show more
For those that dislike wine, with a medical condition or pregnant, Grape Juice may be used. It is recommended to add some wine to the grape juice if possible. Sources: כבר העירו מלשון הרמב״ם חומ״צ ז, ט: שתהיה שתיה…
It is not a problem, even if it is not cold. However, if the Tallis has been off for three hours or more, one would have to make a new Bracha upon putting on the Tallis. If it is… It is not a problem, even if it is not cold. However, if the Tallis has been off for three hours or more, one would have to make a new Bracha upon putting on the Tallis. If it is off up to two hours, there is no need to make a new Bracha. One should avoid the zone of doubt which is between two and three hours. Sources: לענין שבת - ראה שו״ע אדה"ז סימן שא סעיפים…Show more
Question: If I am in a Shul where the Kohanim Duchan but I do not have a Tallis on, should I put one on just for Birchas Kohanim? That happened to me this morning, and I put it on… Question: If I am in a Shul where the Kohanim Duchan but I do not have a Tallis on, should I put one on just for Birchas Kohanim? That happened to me this morning, and I put it on without a blessing, because I was not putting on for the sake of the Mitzvah. Answer: It depends, if you are a Kohen or not. The Kohen must wear a Tallis. Although it is not critical to Birchas Kohanim, and is purely a matter of Minhag, this has become an established custom all over and it is considered Kavod…Show more
Question: Regarding a Kiddush for my daughter’s birth, can I do it on Friday night after the meal? Similarly, can I do it during the week? Answer: The custom of hosting a celebratory feast for the birth of… Question: Regarding a Kiddush for my daughter’s birth, can I do it on Friday night after the meal? Similarly, can I do it during the week? Answer: The custom of hosting a celebratory feast for the birth of a daughter has early origins. The Gemoro in Bava Basra (91a) states that Boaz had thirty sons and thirty daughters, and he made a total of 120 feasts in their honor. There are various opinions regarding the purpose of those feasts, and indeed, even several versions of the authentic text of that Gemoro. According to Rabbenu Gershom, sixty of these…Show more
No. Sources: פשוט שהאיסור רק בפירות משום יוקר השער. ול״ש בנדו״ד.…
Question: Because of a dental issue, I have been sleeping with a bite splint in my mouth. I will likely need to wear it also on Pesach. I think it is completely plastic and acrylic (transparent material). I usually… Question: Because of a dental issue, I have been sleeping with a bite splint in my mouth. I will likely need to wear it also on Pesach. I think it is completely plastic and acrylic (transparent material). I usually only wear it at night after brushing my teeth, but there have been a few times that I put it on without brushing after eating. How I should clean this for Pesach? I am also wondering how to clean it on Pesach. I am supposed to use only antibacterial hand soap on it (no toothpaste, or mouthwash or the like).…Show more
Question: I own a medical practice. We have 8 employees. I am the only Jew. I have a private office within the practice where I eat. The rest of the office space is common space for any employee to… Question: I own a medical practice. We have 8 employees. I am the only Jew. I have a private office within the practice where I eat. The rest of the office space is common space for any employee to use. I work on Chol Hamoed. What is the best way to clean for Pesach? Answer: Inform the staff that you will be cleaning the office from all food before Pesach. Before Pesach, You must remove the Chometz and clean the kitchenware like coffee mugs and microwaves etc. However, as long as you do not plan to use them…Show more
Questions: 1. Is there an issue of having the Bimah behind the seats in back of Shul rather than in middle? (There is a table behind the Bimah that some sit there). 2. For some reason the Bimah became… Questions: 1. Is there an issue of having the Bimah behind the seats in back of Shul rather than in middle? (There is a table behind the Bimah that some sit there). 2. For some reason the Bimah became the place where the Chazzan Davens. The Bimah has few steps to to it. Heard it can be an issue. Is there a problem with this? Answers: 1. The Bimah need not be completely centered. If there is a row of seats in the back of the Bimah it’s sufficient. 2. In principle, the Chazzan may Daven from the…Show more
This is permitted in this case. One is not allowed to use lotion on an adult as a medical treatment. However if it is not as a medical treatment, it may be dabbed on, but not smeared, to smooth… This is permitted in this case. One is not allowed to use lotion on an adult as a medical treatment. However if it is not as a medical treatment, it may be dabbed on, but not smeared, to smooth skin. Smearing cream or lotion for chapped hands is forbidden due to Refuah, unless, it is common that people use lotion even not for Refuah. I do not think this is the case. Sources: שוע"ר סי' שכח סעי' א, ושם כח. דע״ת שכח,…Show more
The religious women are making sure everything is 100% kosher- made by us and everything is according to Halacha. Additional Question: At the party I want the Kallah to make the Bracha on Challah dough to get her… The religious women are making sure everything is 100% kosher- made by us and everything is according to Halacha. Additional Question: At the party I want the Kallah to make the Bracha on Challah dough to get her to do a Mitzvah before her wedding. A. She will be in her period - is there a problem with that? B. There will be non Jewish women watching and saying 'Amen' is that allowed? Answer: 1. You may attend the party if the purpose is to get the participants to do Mitzvos or to be able to be…Show more
No. Sources: ראה שו״ע אדה״ז תעא, ח - אפילו בנוגע לערב…
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