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The proper order is that the Sefer Torah which was read last should be the first to be brought and put back in the Aaron kodesh. However, if the other Sefer Torah was taken first you should not rearrange… The proper order is that the Sefer Torah which was read last should be the first to be brought and put back in the Aaron kodesh. However, if the other Sefer Torah was taken first you should not rearrange who takes which Sefer, rather just put back the other Sefer Torah first. Sources: שערי אפרים שער י סעי’ מא #3204…Show more
Because there are a lot of positive elements to those animals. There is a lot we can learn from them. The Mishnah tells us to learn to be bold like a leopard, light like an eagle and strong like… Because there are a lot of positive elements to those animals. There is a lot we can learn from them. The Mishnah tells us to learn to be bold like a leopard, light like an eagle and strong like a lion. The Gemara tells us that we could learn modesty from the cats, not to steal from the ants etc. The issue is only seeing the animals because they have negative forces associated with them and that could affect the purity of our eyesight. Even this is not Halachically forbidden. It is an extra measure of piety, purifying our…Show more
Question: Are women obligated in Machatzis Hashekel on Taanis Ester? If yes, is a women's obligation fulfilled through her husband? Also, should a father give Machatzis Hashekel for his baby? Answer: Women are not obligated in giving Machatzis… Question: Are women obligated in Machatzis Hashekel on Taanis Ester? If yes, is a women's obligation fulfilled through her husband? Also, should a father give Machatzis Hashekel for his baby? Answer: Women are not obligated in giving Machatzis Hashekel. However, some give on behalf of their wives and children (even babies) - this custom is mentioned in the Rebbe’s sichos. One who has begun this Minhag must continue to do so until they reach the age that they are obligated on their own (13 or 20; different opinions), unless they stipulated the first time that this is done…Show more
Question: I am making a Simcha and serving potato Bourekas and pizza Bourekas. The caterer said that it is a water-based dough not made with apple juice. What is the Brocha? Are we required to wash? Answer: The… Question: I am making a Simcha and serving potato Bourekas and pizza Bourekas. The caterer said that it is a water-based dough not made with apple juice. What is the Brocha? Are we required to wash? Answer: The Bracha is Hamotzie. See here. #3222Show more
Question: What is the value of following the Laining of the Megillah with a Chumash? If I miss a word from the Baal Koreh am I Yotzei just by seeing the word in the Chumash? I am guessing saying… Question: What is the value of following the Laining of the Megillah with a Chumash? If I miss a word from the Baal Koreh am I Yotzei just by seeing the word in the Chumash? I am guessing saying the word would not help since it is not a Kosher Megillah. Answer: A listener following the reading from a printed text should not read along with the Ba’al Koreh. If someone in this scenario misses a few words or a Possuk, they may then read it from the printed text and still fulfill the Mitzvah. This can be…Show more
Most Rabbonim have long ago settled the matter and determined that it is a non-issue. There are some anti-Sheitel zealots* who have jumped on the bandwagon to make another brouhaha out of this issue. They are not quieting down… Most Rabbonim have long ago settled the matter and determined that it is a non-issue. There are some anti-Sheitel zealots* who have jumped on the bandwagon to make another brouhaha out of this issue. They are not quieting down and now claim to have “new” “information“ on the matter. An excellent rebuttal of their claims in this matter can be heard on the famous Headlines radio program by Rabbi Dovid Licthenstien. Listen here and here. As far as I know, there is no reliable Hechsher. At least, those who are making the storm about this issue, claim so. …Show more
A Keli is not necessary. Some are Machmir to wash three time with a Keli. (א) Q. Is it enough to pour a few drops of water on my hands and then rub them together? A. No, It… A Keli is not necessary. Some are Machmir to wash three time with a Keli. (א) Q. Is it enough to pour a few drops of water on my hands and then rub them together? A. No, It must be on the entire hand. Q. Is it enough to just rub my hands on clothing? A. For Davening if no water is available one may rub on clothing; this only cleans the hands but does not remove the negative spirit till one washes with water. (ב) Q. Does it make a difference if I am the…Show more
אם משתמשים רק במלים הללו בלבד: ״והנה ה׳ נצב עליו״ - אפשרי. ומכל מקום, יש לברר אם אין מנהג מקובל בעירו, שלא יהא פריצת גדר ח״ו. וגם בלאו הכי אינו כדאי שמא יהיו כאלו שיעוררו שאלות. ודרושה זהירות יתירה… אם משתמשים רק במלים הללו בלבד: ״והנה ה׳ נצב עליו״ - אפשרי. ומכל מקום, יש לברר אם אין מנהג מקובל בעירו, שלא יהא פריצת גדר ח״ו. וגם בלאו הכי אינו כדאי שמא יהיו כאלו שיעוררו שאלות. ודרושה זהירות יתירה בכגון דא, אא״כ נפרץ הדבר בשכונתו במודעות רחוב אחרות כיוצא בזה. כיון שאין ג׳ תיבות מפסוק ברציפות. ושם השם הוא בשינוי. ואף שיש נזהרים גם בר״ת דשם ה׳ - למעשה מקובל להקל. וכנהוג שכותבים ב״ה בר״ת בכל מיני פרסומים, למרות שיתכן שמתגלגלים באשפה וכו׳. וראה לקו״ש חלק י"ד ע׳ 279 הערה 13. #3971Show more
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Yes. See halacha2go.com #354 regarding changing children in front of Shabbos candles. Sources: פסחים קיב, ב. באה״ט או״ח ערה י. דרישה שם…
There is no such Halacha in Alter Rebbe Shulchan Aruch. You might be confusing this with something similar; There is a Halacha that one may ask a non-Jew to do a Pesik Reisha, i.e. he does an act on… There is no such Halacha in Alter Rebbe Shulchan Aruch. You might be confusing this with something similar; There is a Halacha that one may ask a non-Jew to do a Pesik Reisha, i.e. he does an act on Shabbos, even if it results in a Melacha, since the intention here is not the Melacha, rather the act, and the Melacha aspect is an incidental outcome. For example, one may ask him to open the fridge, even though the light will turn on. There is also a Halacha about a non Jew who has done a Melacha for himself…Show more
If the car is being used primarily for Shlichus work, you may pay the cost from Maaser. The car remains the property of Tzedaka and does not transfer into your possession even if the Shlichus no longer requires a… If the car is being used primarily for Shlichus work, you may pay the cost from Maaser. The car remains the property of Tzedaka and does not transfer into your possession even if the Shlichus no longer requires a car. Obviously, this does not mean you can buy/lease a luxury car, rather it should be an average car. However, you may not use Maaser money for a car used primarily for household purposes, even if when taking the job the Shaliach added a car to the contract, which means that the Shaliach owes you a car and you wish…Show more
It depends on the policy of your workplace. If they gave it to you for work purposes only, then you are obligated to pay the difference. #3103
I am assuming the house is not completely boarded up but rather has an entryway to get in and out. The need for Mezuzos on such a house depends on what purpose it serves; If the boarded house houses… I am assuming the house is not completely boarded up but rather has an entryway to get in and out. The need for Mezuzos on such a house depends on what purpose it serves; If the boarded house houses and protects your items so it is similar to an Beis Haotzar (storage). As such it is proper to affix Mezuzos on it's doors. However, no blessing is said since it is not being used for dwelling purposes. Sources: בבית האוצר, כתבו הרבה אחרונים שאין לברך - ראה…Show more
Certainly the Mitzvah of rebuking a Jew who does not act proper applies today and is a Mitzvah in the Torah! See the Chinuch Mitzvah 239 for details of the Mitzvah. In today's society (and was also in the… Certainly the Mitzvah of rebuking a Jew who does not act proper applies today and is a Mitzvah in the Torah! See the Chinuch Mitzvah 239 for details of the Mitzvah. In today's society (and was also in the past) we need to be clever on how to do it in the correct way, and in some circumstances, it is better to remain silent if our rebuke will only bring negative results especially on matters that are not explicit in the Torah. מוטב שיהיו שוגגין ואל יהיו מזידין Regarding your specific question, do you need to rebuke your non…Show more
See here for answer. #3149
If served together Mamosh, it should not be done L'chatchilla. So, can I first preheat the oven on high temperature and then use it together? See here. #3140
If it’s for a play, it’s more serious, as it’s not a mitzvah (in contrast to Simchas Purim) and its purpose is to appear like a man, not purely for simcha. The Rebbe wrote clearly to be… If it’s for a play, it’s more serious, as it’s not a mitzvah (in contrast to Simchas Purim) and its purpose is to appear like a man, not purely for simcha. The Rebbe wrote clearly to be careful when making plays for girls not to violate this issur, although people are often not cautious in the matter (“they trample on these issurim with their heels”). There is room for leniency for children if it’s only one garment. Preferably, one should not rely on this leniency; one should use garments which aren't designed for men, rather one…Show more
If listening to a recording, no. See here: https://asktherav.com/article-260-are-torah-mp3s-considered-learning-torah/ #3138
It is very difficult to have one sink and properly use it for Milichig and Fleishig. The best solution is to designate the sink for the use of the most common type in your kitchen (e.g. Fleishig) and purchase… It is very difficult to have one sink and properly use it for Milichig and Fleishig. The best solution is to designate the sink for the use of the most common type in your kitchen (e.g. Fleishig) and purchase a sink insert for the other type (e.g. Milichig) use (or wash it in the laundry room, or some other similar approach) When using the insert you should avoid using hot water which is, if it drains straight out into the bottom sink. if this option is not possible, you can use one sink provided that: • You clean out…Show more
If the nails are large and need to be cut, they should be cut regardless. Otherwise, if one cuts the nails every single Erev Shabbos, they may be lenient and cut them even if it falls out on Rosh… If the nails are large and need to be cut, they should be cut regardless. Otherwise, if one cuts the nails every single Erev Shabbos, they may be lenient and cut them even if it falls out on Rosh Chodesh. Preferable to cut them the night before, Thursday night. Sources: כבר העירו שבמג״א רסי׳ רס, וא״ר שם ח, ובשו״ע…Show more
Question: About 8 years ago I used a friend's phone without permission and went on to various websites, not realising it I signed him up to SMS messages from these things which racked up a bill of several hundred… Question: About 8 years ago I used a friend's phone without permission and went on to various websites, not realising it I signed him up to SMS messages from these things which racked up a bill of several hundred GBP on his parents card. Should I pay? Do they or he have to know the money is coming from me? Do I have to ask him for Mechila? Answer: Causing someone to lose money or pay a charge is considered stealing and you must repay them for all charges that was your fault. If you are embarrassed to…Show more
לדעתי אפשר להקל ולהתחיל מג׳ ימים לפני החתונה, ועכ״פ שיהי׳ משבת שלפני החתונה ואילך. מקורות: בברכות נד, ב שחתן וכלה צריכים שימור מן המזיקין.…
If the snap is attached to the Tzitzis it is not acceptable. Sources: בשו״ע אדה״ז י, יח: צריך ליזהר בטליתות קטנים שלנו…
Haadama and Borei Nefashos, unless pureed and unrecognizable where it would be Shehakol. While quinoa is technically classified by many as a grain, it is not one of the “five grains” (wheat, barley, spelt, oats and rye), nor is… Haadama and Borei Nefashos, unless pureed and unrecognizable where it would be Shehakol. While quinoa is technically classified by many as a grain, it is not one of the “five grains” (wheat, barley, spelt, oats and rye), nor is considered a semi-grain like Orez which is Mezonos (There is a dispute whether this refers to rice or millet). Thus, it is Haadama. #3054Show more
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