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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
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
Aside from the legal issues which are different from state to state, there are also Halachic issues. See more here. #3052
Question: My husband has Yortzeit for his father today. His sister in law (My sister) is making a wedding for her daughter. The Chuppah is before Shkiah, so it falls out on the Yortzeit. What parts of the wedding… Question: My husband has Yortzeit for his father today. His sister in law (My sister) is making a wedding for her daughter. The Chuppah is before Shkiah, so it falls out on the Yortzeit. What parts of the wedding is he permitted to attend? Answer: He may attend the Kabalas Panim and Chuppah. The meal is after nightfall, so it is not a problem either. Sources: קבלת פנים וחופה - ראה 2862 אפילו לאבל תוך…Show more
I have a first cousins wedding who I am very close with, and would like to go even for short while. Answer: One may attend the Kabolas Ponim when in mourning, after Shiva, provided there is no music.… I have a first cousins wedding who I am very close with, and would like to go even for short while. Answer: One may attend the Kabolas Ponim when in mourning, after Shiva, provided there is no music. Nonetheless, it is recommended to serve something to the guests, so that the mourner will be considered a waiter or waitress when attending. A mourner after Shloshim may attend the Chuppah if it takes place outdoors, not in the same location as the meal. They should endeavor to leave before the music begins. A mourner may not attend a wedding…Show more
Question: We typically would not Kasher our year-round oven for Pesach use. We have someone who wants to give us a used oven, is it permissible to Kasher it for Pesach to use on Pesach and leave it Pesach'dik?… Question: We typically would not Kasher our year-round oven for Pesach use. We have someone who wants to give us a used oven, is it permissible to Kasher it for Pesach to use on Pesach and leave it Pesach'dik? Answer: According to Halacha, one may Kasher a Oven for Pesach, though there are various levels of Chumra as to how to Kasher the oven. Some are Machmir not to rely on any Kashering of their oven, even if it is self clean and even if the glass doors are covered and even with an insert. Although this is…Show more
According to Halacha, one may clean glasses with the Tallis Katan, though some are stringent. With the Tallis Gadol, one should not clean their glasses. However, even with the Tallis Gadol, if it is in order to be able… According to Halacha, one may clean glasses with the Tallis Katan, though some are stringent. With the Tallis Gadol, one should not clean their glasses. However, even with the Tallis Gadol, if it is in order to be able to Daven and it is not really dirty, just to give it a shine, there is room for leniency. Sources: ראה במשנ״ב כא, יב, שהביא מהפמ״ג בא״א א ( ע״פ הט״ז שם…Show more
You may not return it, since you already made a Kinyan, unless the seller agrees. Sources: חושן משפט סימן קפ"ט ועוד…
Meaning when could you make the Bracha on trees? (Since it is a leap year). The trees that we always go to have flowers now, but they might not have flowers in a month. Answer: Tekufas Nissan this… Meaning when could you make the Bracha on trees? (Since it is a leap year). The trees that we always go to have flowers now, but they might not have flowers in a month. Answer: Tekufas Nissan this year (5780) corresponds to Tuesday, 13 Nissan. However, the Bracha on the trees should be said in the month of Nissan, not earlier or later. It may be said any time in the month of Nissan. If the trees no longer have flowers, no Bracha is said on them. Sources: ראה סדבה"נ יג, יד. ובימי ניסן דוקא הוא -…Show more
In such a case, one should rather read them not in one breath than reading orally. Sources: אם החסיר השומע בתחילתה או בסופה או ענין שלם…
Question: I asked my sister for a laptop. She offered to send it with my mother who would be returning back from her on Shabbos day. (My mother is not Shomer Shabbos yet). Should I tell my sister not… Question: I asked my sister for a laptop. She offered to send it with my mother who would be returning back from her on Shabbos day. (My mother is not Shomer Shabbos yet). Should I tell my sister not to send the laptop with my mother since the laptop is technically for me? Or can I use it? Answer: You may not have someone do a Melacha, such as carrying, for you on Shabbos. Therefore, it should not be sent through your mother. #3057Show more
You should finish as soon as possible, during the next few days (but not at night). Sources: ההוראה הכללית היא בש״ק לפני התפלה, כבכ״מ. וגם בהיום…
If the grill or cedar plank is totally clean, it is okay. See here and here.
No. See here: https://asktherav.com/article-531-mixed-swimming-exercise-or-skating/ See also here: https://asktherav.com/1758-there-is-an-exercise-class-with-only-female-participants-however-the-instructor-is-male-is-it-okay-to-join-the-class/ #3034
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