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After the fact, yes. Sources: אף שלא מצאתי ד״ז מפורש בפוסקים, מוכרח הוא לפענ״ד.…
Question: If one should be careful to not have urine on his clothing in order to learn Torah and make brachos, etc., how careful does one have to be about droplets that often drip out after using the… Question: If one should be careful to not have urine on his clothing in order to learn Torah and make brachos, etc., how careful does one have to be about droplets that often drip out after using the bathroom? What can one do if there are often droplets even after shaking out? Answer: According to the strict halacha this is not a problem if it’s covered in the garments one is wearing. Nevertheless, there were pious individuals who would be particular about drops of urine in their clothing, in order that they daven with clean clothing. This…Show more
Question: Is one supposed to say סברי מרנן before hagafen that precedes sheva brachos under the chupah (-and the same question would probably be about siddur kiddushin as well)? And what about by the meals on the rest of… Question: Is one supposed to say סברי מרנן before hagafen that precedes sheva brachos under the chupah (-and the same question would probably be about siddur kiddushin as well)? And what about by the meals on the rest of the 7 days, should the person that says the first bracha say it, or maybe the one that makes hagafen after? [I noticed in a recording of the Rebbe being mesader kidushin it sounds like the Rebbe says it before bichas kiddushin as well as before the sheva Brochos] Answer: Yes, סברי מרנן should be said before the…Show more
Question: How come minhag Chabad is not to put ashes on the chosson b'makom tefillin shel rosh or to say/sing im eshachech at the chuppah? Answer: Poskim mention how the custom of placing ashes is no longer done.… Question: How come minhag Chabad is not to put ashes on the chosson b'makom tefillin shel rosh or to say/sing im eshachech at the chuppah? Answer: Poskim mention how the custom of placing ashes is no longer done. Singing אם אשכחך is a recent innovation in some circles and has no authentic source. Some Acharonim mention a custom that the chosson says this passuk, but only as a custom of קצת קהילות. Sources: אפר - משמעות הרמ״א או״ח תקס, ב, ששבירת הכוס…Show more
Question: My son is leaving to camp tomorrow for 2 months and he didn’t manage to get a haircut. Is he allowed to take a haircut tonight since it’s Rosh Chodesh? His hair bothers him and wants a haircut.… Question: My son is leaving to camp tomorrow for 2 months and he didn’t manage to get a haircut. Is he allowed to take a haircut tonight since it’s Rosh Chodesh? His hair bothers him and wants a haircut. Answer: Should not be done. (Unless the hair is exceptionally large - see here:) https://asktherav.com/article-243-men-growing-long-hair/ Sources: אף שיש שכתבו סברא להתיר בליל ר״ח - ראה…Show more
If it is a problem, is there any way to get around it and be able to wear monthly lenses on Shabbos? Answer: There is a dispute about this. Many permit as long as they are still moist.… If it is a problem, is there any way to get around it and be able to wear monthly lenses on Shabbos? Answer: There is a dispute about this. Many permit as long as they are still moist. Regardless, one should not rub them clean on Shabbos. One must also place them in the solution immediately upon removing them from the eyes. Nonetheless, the preferable approach is to do as follows: Clean your lenses well before Shabbos with disinfecting solution and rub them appropriately. On Shabbos soak them only in saline solution in order that the lenses do…Show more
Yes. The Gemara (Shabbos 138:2) says that one may not wear a hat with a brim that protrudes out a tefach (a little more than three inches). So is the halacha in Shulchan Aruch. However, there are a… Yes. The Gemara (Shabbos 138:2) says that one may not wear a hat with a brim that protrudes out a tefach (a little more than three inches). So is the halacha in Shulchan Aruch. However, there are a few reasons brought in Poskim why it would not apply to hats commonly worn on Shabbos, mainly because it is worn as a hat to cover your head, or for beauty and honor, not to protect you from the sun, rain or flies However, it would still be prohibited according to many opinions to wear a baseball cap, cowboy…Show more
Yes. Sources: בנהג כצאן יוסף הל׳ שבת יא הביא מזקינו בעל…
Question: The local Jewish school is making a Motzei Shabbos gathering with Chalav Yisrael pizza baked in a Chalav Stam oven. Is the pizza permitted? Answer: According to the view that cholov stam is considered cholov akum and… Question: The local Jewish school is making a Motzei Shabbos gathering with Chalav Yisrael pizza baked in a Chalav Stam oven. Is the pizza permitted? Answer: According to the view that cholov stam is considered cholov akum and not-kosher, one should be careful not to use utensils/pots etc. If utensils were only used for cold, it’s permitted. In extenuating circumstances there might be other lenient considerations. Regarding the pizza - if the oven was clean and not used for cholov stam for 24 hours, the pizza is permitted after the fact. But one may not ask them lchatchilla…Show more
Obviously a biological woman will always stay a woman and one may not give them an Aliya or let them be Chazzan regardless of how they look or dress. A biological man that looks like or dresses like a… Obviously a biological woman will always stay a woman and one may not give them an Aliya or let them be Chazzan regardless of how they look or dress. A biological man that looks like or dresses like a woman shouldn’t either be given an Aliya or to be Chazzan - or even sit in the men’s or women’s sections while dressed so (see the link below for additional details) - due to the issue of Maris Ayin and other issues. A gay or bisexual man who lives with another man should be treated like any other person that…Show more
If there are medical or mental health issues that are important, should a reference disclose that information or leave it up to the actual parties to do so? Answer: Please see here for a thorough response to your… If there are medical or mental health issues that are important, should a reference disclose that information or leave it up to the actual parties to do so? Answer: Please see here for a thorough response to your question. See similar discussion here: Halacha2go.com article #310: What to Disclose to a Prospective Shidduch? See also these two attachments: גליון עומק הפשט - שידוכים מדריך למשיב - פרשת בהעלותך תשע"ט גליון עומק הפשט - שידוכים מדריך למשיב - פרשת שלח תשע"ט #4331Show more
Question: Is one allowed to wear a baseball cap or the like on Shabbos if he is wearing it specifically to give shade or protect him from the rain? Answer: If the brim is less than 3.15 inches… Question: Is one allowed to wear a baseball cap or the like on Shabbos if he is wearing it specifically to give shade or protect him from the rain? Answer: If the brim is less than 3.15 inches it's allowed (although it could be that it's not fitting for the spirit of Shabbos). Otherwise, it shouldn’t be worn, but one shouldn’t protest those who do. שו"ע אדה"ז שא, מח-מט. See also: https://asktherav.com/21870-is-there-any-problem-of-wearing-a-hat-on-shabbos-if-the-brim-is-longer-than-a-tefach/ #15720Show more
Question: In general, I know that one may not bentch Hagomel or say "Baruch Shep’torani" after Shlishi/Shvii before kaddish, as not to make a Hefsek. My question is by Kriah by Mincha, since there is no Kaddish, can one… Question: In general, I know that one may not bentch Hagomel or say "Baruch Shep’torani" after Shlishi/Shvii before kaddish, as not to make a Hefsek. My question is by Kriah by Mincha, since there is no Kaddish, can one bentch gomel, "Baruch Shep’torani" or make a "mi shebeyrach" after shlishi, or since the kaddish the chazzan says after kriah is also on the Kriah, do the same rules apply for making a Hefsek? If yes, when should a father of a Bar mitzvah boy bentch the brocha if his son is getting shlishi? Answer: Hagomel - Better…Show more
I’ve seen conflicting options on other websites and even those that say to make Shehakol. What would be the Chabad opinion on this? Answer: If the beer bread is majority water (more than 50%) and minority beer in… I’ve seen conflicting options on other websites and even those that say to make Shehakol. What would be the Chabad opinion on this? Answer: If the beer bread is majority water (more than 50%) and minority beer in the dough mix then even if one is not קובע סעודה the bracha of Hamotzei is recited. If the beer bread is not majority water in the dough mix then the blessing is מזונות. A בעל נפש should be stringent not to eat from this bread until washing on a different piece of real bread first. If one is קובע…Show more
Question: We have 12 Kohanim and 2 Yisroelim, 1 of the Yisroelim will be Laining and is a chiyuv (in the 12 months from the petira of his son). This minyan is happening Shabbos ki Savo, where… Question: We have 12 Kohanim and 2 Yisroelim, 1 of the Yisroelim will be Laining and is a chiyuv (in the 12 months from the petira of his son). This minyan is happening Shabbos ki Savo, where the baal korei normally receives the aliya of shishi. What would be the correct way to go about the Aliyos? Answer: 1- kohen A 2- kohen A bimkom levi 3- yisroel A 4- kohen B 5- kohen C 6- yisroel B (baal koreh), without being called 7- kohen D 8- kohen E P.S.: In this case the baal…Show more
שאלה: אמרתי משהו לא יפה לאדם אחד, עמד אדם אחר במקום וחשב שהתכוונתי אליו ונפגע מכך. האם צריך אני לבקש את סליחתו, בשעה שלגמרי לא התכוונתי אליו? מענה: יש להסביר לו את הטעות כדי שלא יחשוד בו שפגע… שאלה: אמרתי משהו לא יפה לאדם אחד, עמד אדם אחר במקום וחשב שהתכוונתי אליו ונפגע מכך. האם צריך אני לבקש את סליחתו, בשעה שלגמרי לא התכוונתי אליו? מענה: יש להסביר לו את הטעות כדי שלא יחשוד בו שפגע בו, אבל אינו צריך לפייסו עד שימחל לו אלא בעיו"כ. ומ"מ מדת חסידות לפייסו בכל אופן. ועם כל זה, אם נגרמה מחלוקת ח״ו מזה יש לחזר אחריו בדברי שלום שלא להחזיק במחלוקת. מקורות: ראה שפ"א יומא פז ב ד"ה איקפד. אבל מדבריו…Show more
Question: In many camps they use the Shul for playing Gaga or dodgeball, or playing a video to entertain the children on a rain day or just to have fun on a late night, is that okay? I remember… Question: In many camps they use the Shul for playing Gaga or dodgeball, or playing a video to entertain the children on a rain day or just to have fun on a late night, is that okay? I remember learning that there are different steps we take just to respect a synagogue, is this practice okay? Does it matter if it's a rain day? Does it matter if it's a video or a game of dodgeball? And does it help if we cover the Aron kodash? Answer: A shul is a holy place and should be treated…Show more
Once the printer starts printing, prints can take hours or even days. Am I allowed to have the printer print over Shabbos? Answer: It depends. If the printing makes no noise, or even if it does but it… Once the printer starts printing, prints can take hours or even days. Am I allowed to have the printer print over Shabbos? Answer: It depends. If the printing makes no noise, or even if it does but it is white noise, this is not a problem. However, if there is noticeable noise associated with it, it should not be scheduled in a way that it continues printing on Shabbos. See also here: https://asktherav.com/2677-is-it-muttar-to-leave-a-noise-machine-on-over-shabbos-for-a-baby/ ראה שו״ע אדה״ז רנב א-ב. טו-טז. Follow-up Question: What if it is not left in a bedroom but rather in the garage…Show more
The correct spelling among Askenazim is ליב. If the tzaire beneath the ל is pronounced similar to a patach as is done in many Hungarian, Polish and Galician communities, i.e. leib (not labe, as pronounced in Russian, German… The correct spelling among Askenazim is ליב. If the tzaire beneath the ל is pronounced similar to a patach as is done in many Hungarian, Polish and Galician communities, i.e. leib (not labe, as pronounced in Russian, German and Lithuanian communities) it is spelled לייב. Sources: ראה רמ״א אה"ע סוסי׳ קכט. ב״ש שמות אנשים. שם…Show more
Question: Is it only a specific body of water? What would be the geder? Or is it really only a water-carrier? And what exactly should be said? Answer: Yes, there is an Inyan, as stated clearly in… Question: Is it only a specific body of water? What would be the geder? Or is it really only a water-carrier? And what exactly should be said? Answer: Yes, there is an Inyan, as stated clearly in the Hayom Yom of 21 Teves. This applies not only when seeing a water-carrier, rather any body of water, or any water, chanced upon (i.e., when not expecting). What should be said: “The Baal Shem Tov says that water is a Siman Bracha”, as per the Hayom Yom Ibid. Sources: כמפורש בהיום יום כ״א טבת ונת׳ בארוכה בשיחת ליל…Show more
Generally yes. - I'm asking about 2 types of cream: 1) the cream stays on your hand for a while without getting absorbed - there's a layer of actual cream still on the hand, like Vaseline. Yes, it is… Generally yes. - I'm asking about 2 types of cream: 1) the cream stays on your hand for a while without getting absorbed - there's a layer of actual cream still on the hand, like Vaseline. Yes, it is a Chatzitza. משנ״ב סי׳ קס״א ס״ק י״ג. וראה גם בשו״ת שבט הקהתי ח״א סי׳ פ״ה. ערוך השולחן יו״ד סי׳ קצ״ח אות ל״ב. 2) the cream is absorbed into the skin, but when the hand gets wet, it gets 'creamy' again If it is entirely absorbed in the skin, and only remains in the hands in a way that when…Show more
Question: I am considering a career in law enforcement as a forensic accountant. This means that I would be gathering financial evidence to be used in litigation proceedings. Depending on the job, this may only entail analyzing transactions and… Question: I am considering a career in law enforcement as a forensic accountant. This means that I would be gathering financial evidence to be used in litigation proceedings. Depending on the job, this may only entail analyzing transactions and preparing reports for the attorneys, or it may involve actually testifying and presenting the evidence in court. While some cases may involve only monetary penalties if a party is found guilty, other cases may come with a prison term. There is obviously the likelihood of potentially working on cases involving Jews. Although, this may also depend on the type and…Show more
שאלה: נפגשתי לאחרונה עם יהודי, שלפני המלחמה מסרו אותו למנזר, וכך גדל כל ימיו, להיות כומר קתולי י"ה. הזמנתי אותו ל 770, ואולי הוא יסכים להניח תפלין (דבר שלא הסכים בפגישה הקודמת), השאלה האם השתי וערב שיש על חזהו… שאלה: נפגשתי לאחרונה עם יהודי, שלפני המלחמה מסרו אותו למנזר, וכך גדל כל ימיו, להיות כומר קתולי י"ה. הזמנתי אותו ל 770, ואולי הוא יסכים להניח תפלין (דבר שלא הסכים בפגישה הקודמת), השאלה האם השתי וערב שיש על חזהו מעכב את הנחת תפלין? מענה: אין להניח עליו תפילין כשצלב תלוי לו על צוארו. גם אם אין לו צלב תלוי על צוארו בשעת מעשה - יש להיזהר בהבא להלן: אם הוא עדיין ״דבוק״ באמונות נוצריות רח״ל, אתה רשאי להניח אתו תפילין רק אם אין חשש שהוא מניח לצורך עבודה זרה שלו ואין חשש שהוא ישתמש בזה לסיוע בפעילויות הכפירה…Show more
It is permitted to use a flashlight in the way you mentioned on Yom Tov. However, it is best to move it with a shinui (like holding it with fingers one doesn't usually use or by placing it under… It is permitted to use a flashlight in the way you mentioned on Yom Tov. However, it is best to move it with a shinui (like holding it with fingers one doesn't usually use or by placing it under one’s arm etc.), provided that you take extra care not to turn it off. See also here: https://asktherav.com/10503-what-is-and-isnt-allowed-when-using-a-shabbos-lamp/ https://asktherav.com/8128-am-i-allowed-to-leave-a-reading-lamp-on-my-desk-to-learn-over-shabbos-without-any-extra-precautions-keeping-me-from-moving-adjusting-it/ Sources: הנה נחלקו הפוסקים בגדר דין מוקצה דשלהבת, ומזה…Show more
Question: It has become popular to put Mezuzos in see-through cases. I have seen in Seforim that there are certain restrictions when the name ש-ד-י is not covered. My question is are those chumros and what about putting mezuzos… Question: It has become popular to put Mezuzos in see-through cases. I have seen in Seforim that there are certain restrictions when the name ש-ד-י is not covered. My question is are those chumros and what about putting mezuzos in non religious people's homes that the "Shem" is visible? Answer: There is a an advantage to putting the Mezuzah in a see-through case so that the mezuzah with ש-ד-י could be seen. A uncovered mezuzah shouldn't be in sight of a bathroom or any dirty things like changing diapers etc. Nevertheless, in this regard a see through case…Show more
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