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A utensil does not require Tevilah when it does not come into direct contact with food when it is being prepared, served or eaten. Therefore, the oven racks should be Toiveled, as food is sometimes placed directly on it.… A utensil does not require Tevilah when it does not come into direct contact with food when it is being prepared, served or eaten. Therefore, the oven racks should be Toiveled, as food is sometimes placed directly on it. Similarly, the other components that come into direct contact food should be Toiveled. However, the oven itself need not be immersed. (Yoreh De ’ah 120). See here and in the references: https://asktherav.com/article-523-do-i-have-to-tovel-my-refrigerator-shelves-and-oven-racks/ For general information about Tevilas Keilim, see here and here. #2901Show more
Question: May one use Astroglide water-based liquid (personal lubricant) on Shabbos - not only to pour it on but also to smear it around? It is not a gel, but a liquid whose consistency is basically like that of… Question: May one use Astroglide water-based liquid (personal lubricant) on Shabbos - not only to pour it on but also to smear it around? It is not a gel, but a liquid whose consistency is basically like that of olive oil. Answer: Yes. ראה שו"ע או"ח סימן שכז שמותר לסוך בשמן. #6897Show more
Question: The Mikva Bor in yeshiva over 4 years ago had rainwater. The regular Bor is higher than the Otzar and it overflows very often so over the 4 years all the rainwater is gone. Can we still Toivel… Question: The Mikva Bor in yeshiva over 4 years ago had rainwater. The regular Bor is higher than the Otzar and it overflows very often so over the 4 years all the rainwater is gone. Can we still Toivel Keilim in the Otzar? Answer: First, in clarification of your question – In Mikvah construction, Otzar more correctly refers to a backup reservoir of rainwater which issued to replenish the main rainwater Bor without having to wait for rain. However, some people use the term Otzar to refer to the main rainwater Bor. I am assuming from your question…Show more
And if it is not permissible, are there any leniencies to still use it for baby formula? Answer: One may not ask a non-Jew to heat up water on Shabbos. However, if you have no hot water for… And if it is not permissible, are there any leniencies to still use it for baby formula? Answer: One may not ask a non-Jew to heat up water on Shabbos. However, if you have no hot water for the baby bottle or if needed for baby food, you are allowed to ask a non-Jew to heat up water, as much as is needed. The water may only be used for the baby; nobody else may use the hot water. ראה כאן: https://asktherav.com/2768-b-can-a-two-year-old-be-directed-to-turn-off-the-led-light-in-the-childrens-bedroom/ #2853 (2)Show more
Question: If the light is on in a child's room and its a LED light, and it late (so it would be a challenge to find a goy), can a two year old be directed to turn the light… Question: If the light is on in a child's room and its a LED light, and it late (so it would be a challenge to find a goy), can a two year old be directed to turn the light off? [The AR says (chapter 334) that to extinguish even under Chinuch one should be Moche, but perhaps in a child's room one can direct a child to the light.] Answer: Where no other choice exists and it’s needed for the welfare of the child, for example, so that he should be able to sleep at night, he may…Show more
If the cleaning lady made a mistake and you did not tell her anything, for example she mistakenly switched off the light and then she re-lit it, or she turned off the fire and then rekindled it, one may… If the cleaning lady made a mistake and you did not tell her anything, for example she mistakenly switched off the light and then she re-lit it, or she turned off the fire and then rekindled it, one may benefit from the Melacha she has performed. However, if you told her to do something and she misunderstood and then she fixed the mistake, one may not benefit from the Melacha on Shabbos. Likewise, if you told her to fix the mistake, you may not benefit from the Melacha. In your case, since you originally told the cleaning lady that…Show more
Women are not obligated to recite Tachanun, yet they may do so if they wish, and many have the custom to do so. There are, however, many women who do not recite Tachanun. Those who recite Tachanun should do… Women are not obligated to recite Tachanun, yet they may do so if they wish, and many have the custom to do so. There are, however, many women who do not recite Tachanun. Those who recite Tachanun should do so while lowering their head and leaning on their arm. Sources: בכלל, נפ״א רשות - טור או״ח קלא. אדה״ז שם…Show more
Firstly without knowing the Halachic status of the Eiruv it is difficult to answer. If you are referring to a metropolitan city Eiruv those issues are even more questionable, and as we know the Rebbe was generally not supportive… Firstly without knowing the Halachic status of the Eiruv it is difficult to answer. If you are referring to a metropolitan city Eiruv those issues are even more questionable, and as we know the Rebbe was generally not supportive of the construction of an Eiruv in a metropolitan city unless done secretly. In general, if you are of the opinion or understanding that the Eiruv is not kosher you cannot tell another Jew to carry on your behalf. This is because he is considered your Shaliach, acting on your behalf. Additionally, by asking him to do something you consider…Show more
Question: A Chabad guy sends me a daily inspiring message about Moshiach. Today, this is what he sent: ''Since the leader of the generation, who is Moshiach, has been fully revealed, we can already rejoice as allowed only in… Question: A Chabad guy sends me a daily inspiring message about Moshiach. Today, this is what he sent: ''Since the leader of the generation, who is Moshiach, has been fully revealed, we can already rejoice as allowed only in the time of Geula (11 Elul 51)''. When I inquired him whether the law actually is different and how I was to understand this message, he suggested that I asktherav.com. Answer: AskTheRav cannot take responsibility for messages that other people send out. However, below are some very general observations about the matter. Sources: לכל לראש, כבר כתבו כו״כ שאינו איסור גמור, כ״א…Show more
Question: Bread was baked in a Fleishig oven (meat had been roasted uncovered in the oven within 24 hours previously). Someone, ignoring the warning sign on the bread package, cut off a slice of that bread and toasted it… Question: Bread was baked in a Fleishig oven (meat had been roasted uncovered in the oven within 24 hours previously). Someone, ignoring the warning sign on the bread package, cut off a slice of that bread and toasted it in a Milchig toaster oven to eat with cinnamon and sugar topping. The toaster oven probably was not used within 24 hours. Is there a Kashrus problem with the toaster oven? Is there a problem with the Milchig plate the hot toast was put onto? And what is the status of the Parve knife used to spread the margarine on…Show more
Question: What are the Halachos I should be aware of regarding flowers and plants (vases) on Shabbos and Yom Tov - in terms of moving, removing, adding/changing the water, etc.? Answer: Moving flowers (or the vase): Flowers and… Question: What are the Halachos I should be aware of regarding flowers and plants (vases) on Shabbos and Yom Tov - in terms of moving, removing, adding/changing the water, etc.? Answer: Moving flowers (or the vase): Flowers and decorative leaves or branches which were cut and arranged prior to Shabbos or Yom Tov are regarded as a decoration and are not Muktzeh. They may be handled directly. However, if some of the flowers are not yet in full bloom, some suggest that care must be taken to ensure that moving them will not change their position in relation…Show more
Question: Can one bring a Shir Lamaalos card into the labor room to be visible during labor (for the woman to feel safer)? Can it be see through? Would these issues apply to a picture of a Tzadik? … Question: Can one bring a Shir Lamaalos card into the labor room to be visible during labor (for the woman to feel safer)? Can it be see through? Would these issues apply to a picture of a Tzadik? Answer: It must be covered with two covers, one of them not visible. This does not apply according to Halacha to a picture of a Tzadik. Nonetheless, Chassidim have a similar Hergesh with pictures of a Rebbe. See here for more details: https://asktherav.com/1780-shir-lamalos-cards-keli-btoch-keli/ #2848 (4)Show more
נעשא. מ''מ פשוט. וכ״כ במלואת אבן יד, א. מנחת אהרן גורדון ע׳ 12.
Yes. Reason: A butterfly is a שרץ העוף and therefore it is included in the Rebbe’s directive to use only pictures and drawing of kosher animals. Sources: ראה שיחת כ׳ מרחשון תשד״מ - לקו״ש כה…
Glass cannot be Kashered. If the table was used to put hot food directly on the table (or hot pots with liquid under it) the table is Treif. Make sure you only use it covered. #2871
Most certainly. A beard evokes the thirteen attributes of mercy, and brings down blessings for success. These attributes draw forth from Hashem’s unlimited, infinite mercy and has the ability to bring infinite Bracha in this finite and limited reality… Most certainly. A beard evokes the thirteen attributes of mercy, and brings down blessings for success. These attributes draw forth from Hashem’s unlimited, infinite mercy and has the ability to bring infinite Bracha in this finite and limited reality of the world. The Rebbe writes: “If you would have listened to me about the thirteen Tikkunei Dikna [the beard]... you would have already seen a tangible change in your Parnasa, evident even to the physical eyes.” “Growing a beard is a special Segula to draw down Hashem’s Brachos in abundance, in quantity and in quality. Thus, anyone who needs…Show more
A Kohen still receives the second Aliya on Rosh Chodesh when there is no Levi, even though the reading repeats itself. Sources: ראה לדוד אמת להחיד"א סי' ו ס"ק ס"ח שו״ת…
The word "chapel" by definition is a place of christian worship, albeit sometimes in a more private setting that belongs to a parish in a town. Occasionally, it may refer to a non-denominational place of worship, but this meaning… The word "chapel" by definition is a place of christian worship, albeit sometimes in a more private setting that belongs to a parish in a town. Occasionally, it may refer to a non-denominational place of worship, but this meaning is not common here in the USA. Therefore, if this is indeed the case, one may not use such a place for Davening or to host any other religious events, even if there are currently no religious/idolatrous symbols or pictures in the premises. The place may be used for other non-religious events. If there were never any religious symbols at…Show more
If your intention is to clear the table, but not to organize the Seforim, then you are allowed to take the Seforim off the table and put them back on the shelf. When removing from the table it should… If your intention is to clear the table, but not to organize the Seforim, then you are allowed to take the Seforim off the table and put them back on the shelf. When removing from the table it should be done in the same manner as done when clearing a table and not as done when putting them on a shelf. Therefore, if the normal way to take off the Seforim from the table would be not to take off one by one, and the only reason you are taking them one by one is to put it on…Show more
יש להקל אם מדובר על הפסד מרובה. מקורות: נעשה ע׳י קטן דינו כנשפך. ולכן בנדו״ז, בבשר עוף…
Question: I made a sauce which had onion and garlic cut with a Milchig knife and made in a Milchig frying pan. I then poured the sauce onto beans that were cooked in Fleshig pot and they were put… Question: I made a sauce which had onion and garlic cut with a Milchig knife and made in a Milchig frying pan. I then poured the sauce onto beans that were cooked in Fleshig pot and they were put in a Fleishig bowl, and it was hot. I realized that there is probably an issue with the bowl so I put it aside. But then it was put in the dishwasher and put away. I now do not know which bowl it is. What should I do? Answer: Assuming the bowl was not used for hot Fleishig, or…Show more
You should say before Motzai Shabbos. Sources: בנוגע המתנה למוצאי שבת, הנה ברמ"א או"ח סתכ"ו -…
Davening before Netz is only allowed in a Sha’as Hadchak (for example an early morning flight – not something that happens on a daily basis), or if already done Bedieved one does not need to Daven again. Davening after… Davening before Netz is only allowed in a Sha’as Hadchak (for example an early morning flight – not something that happens on a daily basis), or if already done Bedieved one does not need to Daven again. Davening after Chatzos is not allowed even in a Sha'as Hadchak. Davening before Chatzos even if it is after Zman Tefilla, is also permissible only Bedieved. One who has done so has not fulfilled the obligation of Tefilah B'zmanah. You should do all your power to to Daven in the accepted Halachic time frame and not resort to a situation where you…Show more
One may not Daven Shacharis after midday. If this happens as a result of a late night Farbrengen, you should reconsider your participation in late Farbrengens, or come up with a strategy to be able to wake up on… One may not Daven Shacharis after midday. If this happens as a result of a late night Farbrengen, you should reconsider your participation in late Farbrengens, or come up with a strategy to be able to wake up on time. Note that waking up late also involves missing the time for the morning Shema which is a Mitzvah D’oireisa. In practice, this should be done: All Brachos should be recited. Korbonos may be recited. Pesukei D'zimrah may be recited but without Baruch Sheomar and Yishtabach. Do not recite Birchos Krias Shema. Recite the three Parshiyos of Shema. Then recite…Show more
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