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Yes, it is correct. Sources: See Rema (Yoreh Deah 81:7) & Shach 81:25 &…
אין שום חובה מבחינת מנהג חב״ד להחמיר בכל הרכיבים שפירטתם. ישנם מנהגים שונים אצל משפחות שונות, אבל לא בתור מנהג חבד״י רשמי מחייב. באופן כללי, מנהג אנ״ש ״להימנע כמה שאפשר מלצרוך רכיבים תעשייתיים. כמובן, רוטב סויה אמיתי וכן טריאקי… אין שום חובה מבחינת מנהג חב״ד להחמיר בכל הרכיבים שפירטתם. ישנם מנהגים שונים אצל משפחות שונות, אבל לא בתור מנהג חבד״י רשמי מחייב. באופן כללי, מנהג אנ״ש ״להימנע כמה שאפשר מלצרוך רכיבים תעשייתיים. כמובן, רוטב סויה אמיתי וכן טריאקי הוא קטניות. ורק תחליף רוטב סויה כשר לפסח. ליתר פירוט, אפשר לקרוא כאן. #2742Show more
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Yes. https://asktherav.com/i-said-hamapil-but-i-am-not-able-to-fall-asleep-at-what-point-can-i-start-talking-or-if-i-cant-fall-asleep/ #2767a
שאלות: א. לשון רבנו בשו"ע (צב, ב) בתפילה הוא "אם יכול להעמיד יעמיד" אבל לקריאת שמע וברכותיה כותב "צריך להעמיד", האם יש חילוק לדינא? ב. לענין להפסיק לגדולים באמצע ברכת קריאת שמע במקום שהוי בל תשקצו, באיזה שיטה של… שאלות: א. לשון רבנו בשו"ע (צב, ב) בתפילה הוא "אם יכול להעמיד יעמיד" אבל לקריאת שמע וברכותיה כותב "צריך להעמיד", האם יש חילוק לדינא? ב. לענין להפסיק לגדולים באמצע ברכת קריאת שמע במקום שהוי בל תשקצו, באיזה שיטה של בל תשקצו אנו הולכים, האם יש להקל כדעה הב' במהדו"ב. גם בסידור מביא שתי הדיעות, אבל בסידור מביא דעה של פרסה בסוף, ומשנה בסדר מהמהדו"ב, האם יש לדייק מזה? ג. בסימן צב סעיף ב מבואר לסכנת נפשות מותר להפסיק, אבל מסיק שרק לגדולים יוכל להפסיק בקריאת שמע וברכותיה, ולכ' במקרה זו של בל תשקצו (שאינו יכול לעמוד פרסה), הרי ע"פ…Show more
Correct. Sources: שקו״ט בקדושת סידור בכלל לענין זה (והרי י״ב פסוקי…
A married man should only make the Bracha on his Tallis Katan if the following conditions are met: 1. He changes the Tallis Katan during the day. 2. He is certain it has the proper Shiur. 3. He puts… A married man should only make the Bracha on his Tallis Katan if the following conditions are met: 1. He changes the Tallis Katan during the day. 2. He is certain it has the proper Shiur. 3. He puts it on when his hands are clean (that he needs not wash his hands) and in a place where one can make a Bracha. Absent these conditions, one should make a Bracha on the Tallis Gadol and have in mind to exempt the Tallis Katan too. Nonetheless, many have the custom that a married man doesn’t say the Bracha on…Show more
The apparent inconsistency between the letters has been raised in several areas. (See also below). Practically, it depends on the situation. Ideally, it should be done before Shkiah, but there is room for leniency to complete the daily Shiurim… The apparent inconsistency between the letters has been raised in several areas. (See also below). Practically, it depends on the situation. Ideally, it should be done before Shkiah, but there is room for leniency to complete the daily Shiurim after Shkiah till Tzes Hakochavim. Sources: ראה בארוכה בכללות הענין במקורות וציונים להלכה יומית אות…Show more
One should only use the baby monitor if really necessary. One must ensure not to make noise in the room or cover the microphone when speaking. Analysis: The following are the potential issues with leaving a baby monitor… One should only use the baby monitor if really necessary. One must ensure not to make noise in the room or cover the microphone when speaking. Analysis: The following are the potential issues with leaving a baby monitor on for Shabbos. 1. The child will be speaking or making noise into the microphone: Since we are not directly causing the child to do so and the child also is below the age of understanding this should not present an issue. 2. The concern that the parents or other family members will make noise in the baby’s room: Some…Show more
Questions: 1. In a house that is owned by an intermarried couple, I know that no Bracha is said for a Mezuza on the front door. But what about a Mezuza on a bedroom of the Jewish child within… Questions: 1. In a house that is owned by an intermarried couple, I know that no Bracha is said for a Mezuza on the front door. But what about a Mezuza on a bedroom of the Jewish child within the house? Do we also refrain from a Bracha then? 2. Do we make a Bracha for Mezuza on an apartment front door that inside lives a special needs Jewish boy that is living with a non-Jewish assistant? Wouldn’t this case be any different than any Jew and non-Jew living in the same place? Answers: 1. Yes, no blessing…Show more
Question: What should be done if a few candles start to smoke on Shabbos? Should they be extinguished, adjusted with a metal knife, so they stop smoking? As it is dangerous to stay in a room and inhale this… Question: What should be done if a few candles start to smoke on Shabbos? Should they be extinguished, adjusted with a metal knife, so they stop smoking? As it is dangerous to stay in a room and inhale this air. Answer: You should walk out of the room unless there is imminent danger. There is room to be lenient if you carry it very gently so that the candle does not shake. If there is movement of the wick, it could be considered lighting or extinguishing a fire on Shabbos. Therefore, if you can carry it in a…Show more
The Alter Rebbe writes that since there is a safek (doubt) which brachah should be made on rice, we should make a Shehakol, which covers all types of food. Preferably, to satisfy all opinions, we should either eat… The Alter Rebbe writes that since there is a safek (doubt) which brachah should be made on rice, we should make a Shehakol, which covers all types of food. Preferably, to satisfy all opinions, we should either eat it as part of a bread meal so that it is definitely covered, or make brachos on other foods that are Mezonos and Ha’adama (and occasionally Mezonos and Shehakol) respectively, while having the rice in mind—since there are opinions that rice could require any one of these brachos. See here (and in the comments section): https://asktherav.com/article-353-the-brachah-on-sushi/ Generally, when…Show more
Yes, if it is a genuine Chassidishe Farbrengen, i.e. the purpose is indeed to be Meorer to be Mosif in Torah and Mitzvos. The food should be of a normal and reasonable type and amount, not overly indulgent and… Yes, if it is a genuine Chassidishe Farbrengen, i.e. the purpose is indeed to be Meorer to be Mosif in Torah and Mitzvos. The food should be of a normal and reasonable type and amount, not overly indulgent and excessive. #2760Show more
Question: What is the proper way to say the Bracha before and after Hallel? In certain Siddurim it says that when half Hallel is said, the Tzibbur should be Yotzei the first Bracha with the Chazzans Bracha, but this… Question: What is the proper way to say the Bracha before and after Hallel? In certain Siddurim it says that when half Hallel is said, the Tzibbur should be Yotzei the first Bracha with the Chazzans Bracha, but this does not seem to be common practice in Chabad. As well as the final Bracha some say that when we say Chatzi Hallel we do not say the Bracha. What is the proper way and why does it seem to say otherwise in many Siddurim? Answer: The comment in Siddurim is the Psak of the Alter Rebbe. However, the…Show more
Or beyond Matanos L'evyonim, can I give Tzeddakah on Purim from Maaser? Answer: Every person is required to give gifts or money of at least a nominal sum to two poor people on Purim. The obligation can be… Or beyond Matanos L'evyonim, can I give Tzeddakah on Purim from Maaser? Answer: Every person is required to give gifts or money of at least a nominal sum to two poor people on Purim. The obligation can be fulfilled through any type of gift: money, food or clothing. The gifts should be worth at least a Perutah (). That is the minimum requirement; it is proper to give more. Giving to the poor further demonstrates the spirit of unity among the Jewish people. The minimum amount of Matanos L’evyonim must be given from money that is not set…Show more
Question: I know that if you finished Shemoneh Esrei and you forgot Yaaleh Veyavo on Rosh Chodesh by Ma'ariv, you do not go back. However, if you remember while you are still in the middle of Shemoneh Esrei, should… Question: I know that if you finished Shemoneh Esrei and you forgot Yaaleh Veyavo on Rosh Chodesh by Ma'ariv, you do not go back. However, if you remember while you are still in the middle of Shemoneh Esrei, should you go back and say Yaaleh Veyavo? Answer: If you remembered before Hashem’s name at the end of the Bracha of Retzei you go back (to Yaaleh Veyavo), otherwise, you do not. Sources: וגם אין לאומרו לפני מודים - ראה א״ר קיד,…Show more
Question: If one can not do an Upsherenish on their son's birthday since it is on Shabbos or Rosh Chodesh etc. would it be better to do it Motzaei Shabbos or Rosh Chodesh (at night/earliest opportunity) or is it… Question: If one can not do an Upsherenish on their son's birthday since it is on Shabbos or Rosh Chodesh etc. would it be better to do it Motzaei Shabbos or Rosh Chodesh (at night/earliest opportunity) or is it better to do it Sunday after Shacharis? Answer: Some are particular not to do haircuts at night. However, the Minhag is not to be particular about this. In cases where the Upsherenish was scheduled to be on Shabbos, the Rebbe asked for it to be done on Motzaei Shabbos. Sources: להסתפר בלילה - ראה בארוכה מקורות ועיונים להלכה יומית…Show more
As a Tznius safeguard, men at work should not call you by your first name. For an excellent resource on Tznius safeguards at work, see "Nine to Five: A Guide to Modest Conduct for Today’s Workplace" by Rabbi Shmuel… As a Tznius safeguard, men at work should not call you by your first name. For an excellent resource on Tznius safeguards at work, see "Nine to Five: A Guide to Modest Conduct for Today’s Workplace" by Rabbi Shmuel Neiman. Sources: כן הורו גדולי הפוסקים. וסמך מבן יהוידע תענית כ,…Show more
Yes, provided her robe will not rise and there is no chance of men seeing the parts of the body which need to be covered. However, if there are men there dressed inappropriately or even women who are dressed in…Yes, provided her robe will not rise and there is no chance of men seeing the parts of the body which need to be covered. However, if there are men there dressed inappropriately or even women who are dressed in a Priztusdik manner it is not appropriate to go there. Sources: ראה גיטין צ, ב. מל״ח ט, כז. משנ״ב שלט…Show more
הרכיב לנולין כשלעצמו כשר. לגבי המשחה, אין כאן המלצה. ראה כאן ראה בשו”ת מעשה חושב ח”ה, ב. וש”נ. #2702
Question: Can I use a tub of water (e.g. an inflatable pool) for a men's Mikvah? And what are things that I can do to make it better, like attach it to the ground etc? Answer: Preferably, a… Question: Can I use a tub of water (e.g. an inflatable pool) for a men's Mikvah? And what are things that I can do to make it better, like attach it to the ground etc? Answer: Preferably, a Mikvah should be built in a fashion of a building, not with any sort of Keli, whether it was a Keli before bolting it or if it was made into a Keli after bolting it. If this is not possible, you may make a hole in the bottom of the bucket, then attach it to the ground, and then fill…Show more
There are two Halachic issues with making instant oatmeal on Shabbos: 1. Bishul: Since the oatmeal was never cooked before, even if it was already baked, one is still not allowed to cook it. Many maintain that this applies… There are two Halachic issues with making instant oatmeal on Shabbos: 1. Bishul: Since the oatmeal was never cooked before, even if it was already baked, one is still not allowed to cook it. Many maintain that this applies even if using a Kli Shlishi. 2. Lash: When pouring the water and mixing it, it is considered making a dough. If you pour a lot of water at once, so that it is not a thick mixture. and you make Shinui both in the order of placing the ingredients and in the method of mixing it, it would be…Show more
בפורים אין להתחתן. אפשרי לעשות את החופה בתענית אסתר והסעודה בערב. בל״ג בעומר מתחתנים. בכלל – בכל שאלות כאלו יש לפנות למסדר קדושין. #2689
No, unless paying for someone else’s therapy. If someone else offers to pay their Ma'aser, you may use it if you can't afford it on your own. #2698
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