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Question: Is one required to make an Eiruv Chatzeiros for his shared domain with other Jews in a city where: there is a public Eiruv that most of Anash rely upon; there is one upon Anash don't rely at… Question: Is one required to make an Eiruv Chatzeiros for his shared domain with other Jews in a city where: there is a public Eiruv that most of Anash rely upon; there is one upon Anash don't rely at all? Answer: If the Eiruv is a good Eiruv that even Anash can rely upon, there is no need to make an Eiruv Chatzeiros since it is done by the Vaad HaEiruv. If the Eiruv is not good for Anash to rely upon (due to Chumros, albeit it is Halachically acceptable) then an Eiruv Chatzeiros should be…Show more
It should be covered for praying. You can not pray within the 4 cubits if there is a bad smell. Source: שוע"ר סי' פז סעיף א-ב בענין גרף של רעי. ועיין בשו"ת חלקת יעקב ח"ב סי' קסג, אגרות… It should be covered for praying. You can not pray within the 4 cubits if there is a bad smell. Source: שוע"ר סי' פז סעיף א-ב בענין גרף של רעי. ועיין בשו"ת חלקת יעקב ח"ב סי' קסג, אגרות משה ח"א סי' כז, שו"ת מנחת יצחק ח"ג סי' סז לענין פלאסטיק. וראה סי' עו סעיף א. סי' עט סעיף א-ב. #10968Show more
Question: If a frum Jew with a beard rents a house for a fixed time (6 months) and the house has a xmas wreath on the front door and xmas lights on the roof... What is he obligated to… Question: If a frum Jew with a beard rents a house for a fixed time (6 months) and the house has a xmas wreath on the front door and xmas lights on the roof... What is he obligated to do? Answer: If possible, they should be taken down or covered. Sources: משום מראית עין - ע"ד יו"ד קמא ד, ובט״ז וש״ך…Show more
Introduction: One may not accept Schar Shabbos (payment for work done on Shabbos). One way of being permitted to accept payment for Laining is to be paid for the preparation rather than for the act itself; since the preparation… Introduction: One may not accept Schar Shabbos (payment for work done on Shabbos). One way of being permitted to accept payment for Laining is to be paid for the preparation rather than for the act itself; since the preparation is done during the week it is permissible to be paid for it and the work done on Shabbos would be considered as being done “pro bono.” See also: https://asktherav.com/can-i-charge-for-tutoring-done-on-shabbos/ To answer your question: Yes, the amount agreed upon for preparation (otherwise, you may not accept payment for the work done on Shabbos, although there is room for leniency…Show more
Question: Sometimes on WhatsApp chats that are geared towards 'chizuk', people will share various 'inspirational' video clips. Occasionally, the clip would be of a person (maybe a priest?) talking in front of a congregation in a church… Question: Sometimes on WhatsApp chats that are geared towards 'chizuk', people will share various 'inspirational' video clips. Occasionally, the clip would be of a person (maybe a priest?) talking in front of a congregation in a church or a video of a Buddhist/Indian Munk. These clips do not (visibly/overtly) discuss religion, rather a 'positive/inspirational' message that sounds totally neutral, positive, something one would agree with (sometimes they use the word G-d and sometimes not). I have made a strong protest about it. Others argue: What's wrong with learning wisdom from any person? Kindly advise as to if…Show more
Question: Am I allowed to get an aliya during a krias hatorah in which the baal koreh mispronounced a word or several words which changed the meaning of the word, or is the whole kriah invalid and I can… Question: Am I allowed to get an aliya during a krias hatorah in which the baal koreh mispronounced a word or several words which changed the meaning of the word, or is the whole kriah invalid and I can even walk out during this kriah? The concern is bracha levatala. The baal koreh read some aliyos and now they want to give me an aliya. Technically, during my aliya I can read along quietly and make sure I pronounce all the words correctly. Also, does it make a difference if it's a regular aliya or maftir?…Show more
When davening minchah with that minyan you may skip tachanun. However, if at all possible, you should say it privately in a way that’s not noticeable. Sources: ראה אג״ק טו ע׳ נח. וראה בארוכה במקורות כאן:…
Question: I saw someone write that opening up a bottle cap on Shabbos is permitted even if there is writing on it, basing himself on the Alter Rebbe's position (in his Shulchan Aruch, Laws of Shabbos 340:4) who permits… Question: I saw someone write that opening up a bottle cap on Shabbos is permitted even if there is writing on it, basing himself on the Alter Rebbe's position (in his Shulchan Aruch, Laws of Shabbos 340:4) who permits opening up a book with words on the side. Do you agree with this conclusion? Answer: In theory, yes, as long as it’s still possible to put the letters together in such a way that they are legible. In other words, if it has been totally destroyed it is not permissible. Nonetheless, in practice, one should attempt not to…Show more
Question: I got this pillow: one side is silver sequins and the other is sequins that make up a picture. Am I allowed to use it, touch it, flip it on Shabbos? Answer: The Poskim discuss opening and… Question: I got this pillow: one side is silver sequins and the other is sequins that make up a picture. Am I allowed to use it, touch it, flip it on Shabbos? Answer: The Poskim discuss opening and closing books with writing on the sides of the pages. The Alter Rebbe (340:4) records two opinions in this regard – the Levush who prohibits it on account of writing and erasing on Shabbos, and the Remo who permits it because the letters are already written and in close proximity, and it is possible to bring them close together easily…Show more
Question: I got a get several months ago but the civil divorce hasn’t even been filed. I don’t currently have a paying job (I’m taking care of the kids) and my ex-husband has been transferring money to my bank… Question: I got a get several months ago but the civil divorce hasn’t even been filed. I don’t currently have a paying job (I’m taking care of the kids) and my ex-husband has been transferring money to my bank account to cover my expenses. Whenever that amount runs out I let him know and he sends more money. Should I be separating Ma'aser from this money that he sends me? Is it considered income since we have a get? Answer: If it’s for child support or a specific expense, no. Otherwise, you should pay Ma'aser if the…Show more
We pronounce Hashem’s name as written. See here: https://asktherav.com/1388-what-is-the-proper-way-to-say-hashems-name-in-onkelos-and-in-krias-shema-sheal-hamitah/ ראה גם שו״ת אג״מ או״ח ג, צח בסופו שלא יצא אם לא אמר האזכרות. וראה חוט שני שבת חלק ד, פז, ב, ה. קובץ הלכות שבת קמינצקי יט, כט.… We pronounce Hashem’s name as written. See here: https://asktherav.com/1388-what-is-the-proper-way-to-say-hashems-name-in-onkelos-and-in-krias-shema-sheal-hamitah/ ראה גם שו״ת אג״מ או״ח ג, צח בסופו שלא יצא אם לא אמר האזכרות. וראה חוט שני שבת חלק ד, פז, ב, ה. קובץ הלכות שבת קמינצקי יט, כט. #2912Show more
שאלה: האם בעל ברית אומר תחנון בקריאת שמע שעל המטה בליל הברית? (היינו בנוגע לאם התינוק, או בנוגע לאבי הבן אם הולך לישון, או לאלו הנוהגים לומר ק״ש על המטה גם כשניעורים כל הלילה). מענה: בעל ברית אינו… שאלה: האם בעל ברית אומר תחנון בקריאת שמע שעל המטה בליל הברית? (היינו בנוגע לאם התינוק, או בנוגע לאבי הבן אם הולך לישון, או לאלו הנוהגים לומר ק״ש על המטה גם כשניעורים כל הלילה). מענה: בעל ברית אינו אומר תחנון. מקורות: שיו״ט שלו הוא, וכמו במנחה שא״א תחנון. ואף שיש…Show more
Ha'eitz. Sources: ראה שו''ע או''ח סי' ר''ג ובמג''א שם ס''ק א',…
Yes. ראה פסקי דינים צמח צדק יו״ד סי׳ קצב ס״ו טעם למנהג זה, ושייך גם בזיווג שני. #23075
Question: What is the din for imitation (fake, faux, parve) meat (made out of fruit, nuts, and vegetables)? I am assuming it is completely mutar to have during the 9 days. However, the taste and look are surprisingly realistic.… Question: What is the din for imitation (fake, faux, parve) meat (made out of fruit, nuts, and vegetables)? I am assuming it is completely mutar to have during the 9 days. However, the taste and look are surprisingly realistic. 1. To what extent can we make and eat mixtures of dairy with fake meat (i.e. a cheese "burger")? And can this be done in all places (is there a difference whether in Crown Heights or in a town where most Yidden are not yet religious and may mistaken it for a real cheeseburger)? 2. If bsar n'veila falls in…Show more
No, if the husband already gave Ma'aser. Sources: לכאו׳ נדו״ד לא שנא ממעות שנתקבלו בירושה או במתנה,…
דמשו"ע אדה"ז נראה שאין צורך כשהקרקע מרוצפת, אך ע"פ קבלה נראה שצריך להקפיד בזה (משום כבוד לסט"א וכו') וכמ"ש בפיוט אזמר בשבחין בקטע שלא הביא אדה"ז בסידורו. תשובה: אפילו על גבי קרקע אם הוא מרוצף. מקורות: כמ״ש בחינוך מצוה תל דמהני ליטול על דבר החוצץ…
Yes, but you should not verbalize that your are preparing for a different Shabbos. However, if you’re getting paid for laining, there are restrictions -See here: https://asktherav.com/19259-does-preparing-a-parsha-for-kriah-several-years-ago-count-as-preparation-before-shabbos-when-paying-a-baal-korei/ Sources: ראה בשש"כ כח הע׳ קעח אפילו בנוגע הכנה לחול,…
Question: Is one allowed to prepare the laining by night, since it is Torah shebichsav which is generally not learned by night? Answer: One should originally make sure to prepare during the day. If one did not… Question: Is one allowed to prepare the laining by night, since it is Torah shebichsav which is generally not learned by night? Answer: One should originally make sure to prepare during the day. If one did not have a chance and there’s no one else that could Lein instead of him, he may prepare at night. Source: ראה שו״ת לבו״מ ב, קז. שם קפו - דאמירה לחוד ולימוד לחוד. וכ״כ בנדוננו בשו״ת בית ישראל לנדא לה. והובא בשו״ת בשו״ת בצה״ח ד, מו, כג. וכ״כ מדילי׳ בשו״ת מנחת דוד ראזענבערג ב, טז, א. ומ״מ כיון שהחמירו בזה…Show more
Question: OU has an article explaining why they say "Even those who are makpid to only eat pas Yisrael may eat Triscuits because they are not pas". Do we follow this the OU's psak? Are Triscuits considered… Question: OU has an article explaining why they say "Even those who are makpid to only eat pas Yisrael may eat Triscuits because they are not pas". Do we follow this the OU's psak? Are Triscuits considered pas, is there a problem of Bishul Akum, and what is the bracha if one is Koveah Seudah? Answer: One should only eat it if it’s pas yisroel. Sources: לדינא יש להחמיר ולחוש בטריתא בקב״ס לאכול בתוך הסעודה…Show more
The minhag is that we don’t say Tachnun only on the day of the actual Hachnosas Sefer Torah. https://asktherav.com/12013-tachnun-of-mincha-on-a-day-of-a-siyum-sefer-torah/ Sources: אף שיש לצדד שלא לומר תחנון גם ביום הסיום,…
No. (This applies even during the three weeks, and especially during the nine days). Sources: הנה לדעת אדה״ז בשולחנו סי' תצג ס"א - עכ״פ…
There is a custom to refrain from writing STA"M on Motzei Shabbos. Some are particular even with Torah writing. However, we have many Torah letters from Gedolei Yisroel which were written on Motzei Shabbos. I'm unware of a Chabad… There is a custom to refrain from writing STA"M on Motzei Shabbos. Some are particular even with Torah writing. However, we have many Torah letters from Gedolei Yisroel which were written on Motzei Shabbos. I'm unware of a Chabad shita in the matter. Other writing is not included and you may practice letters on Motzei Shabbos. Sources: מנהג זה מובא בשם התרומת הדשן בלקט יושר ע'…Show more
Question: Motzei Shabbos my dining room table and chairs went up in flames as a result of a havdala candle that wasn't put out well. B"H I was able to put out the fire and wasn't hurt. When I… Question: Motzei Shabbos my dining room table and chairs went up in flames as a result of a havdala candle that wasn't put out well. B"H I was able to put out the fire and wasn't hurt. When I told a friend she said that she heard from a rav that single women who live by themselves should not make havdala with a candle - only liquid (not wine or grape juice) and bisomim. Should I follow this? Also can I bentch Hagomel? And if so how do I go about doing it at 770? Answer: Single…Show more
Question: If a Kalla won't be covering her hair at the wedding besides a veil, from what point after the wedding does she need to cover her hair in public and in private? Answer: A married women must… Question: If a Kalla won't be covering her hair at the wedding besides a veil, from what point after the wedding does she need to cover her hair in public and in private? Answer: A married women must cover her hair min haTorah. There are many stages of “marriage”. In this context, many poskim agree that a women need not cover her hair until after the Chupah. There is room for leniency to wait even till after the Yichud, which takes places immediately after the Chupah. After this stage, she is considered married in all respects, and…Show more
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