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The Month of Nissan — 13 posts

Maos Chitim FAQs Maos Chitim

Not eating Matzah 30 days before Pesach Eating Matzah Before Pesach

Can I eat Egg Matzah on Erev Pesach after Chatzos? Eating Matzah Before Pesach

I am teaching about Pesach in a Chabad House preschool. Some children are somewhat Frum/modern orthodox. Can I allow the children to taste Matzah from last years Shmura Matzah? Eating Matzah Before Pesach

Do the restrictions on not eating Matzah 30 days before Pesach apply to products made with Matzah meal (i.e. Kneidlach)? Eating Matzah Before Pesach

Can I eat boxed square Matzah -that clearly says not for Pesach on the box- within the 30 days before Pesach? Eating Matzah Before Pesach

Can you make a Bracha on a tree that’s in a flower pot? Birchas Ha'ilanos

Can I make a Birchas HaIlanos on a tree that produces some kind of inedible berries? Birchas Ha'ilanos

Birchas Hailanos Birchas Ha'ilanos

When does Tekufas Nissan start? Birchas Ha'ilanos

What do I do if I missed the Nasi? Saying the Nasi

Does a Ger say the Nasi? What about women? If yes, is there any change of wording? Saying the Nasi

Is it our Minhag not to go to a cemetery in the Month of Nissan? Visiting Kevarim

Pesach Preparations — 46 posts

Can a car that was not cleaned for Pesach, but probably doesn’t have much Chametz either (it’s not used by children) be used on Pesach? Pesach Cleaning

Can a two year old use the same highchair tray on Pesach as year round if its cleaned? Pesach Cleaning

Do we need to buy new towels & hand-towels, for Pesach or can we put them in washing machine load? Pesach Cleaning

Cleaning Couches for Pesach Pesach Cleaning

How to Clean a Bite Splint for Pesach Pesach Cleaning

Do I need to turn over and clean the bottoms of chairs, tables etc.? Pesach Cleaning

Do I need to both Kasher and cover the counters for Pesach? Kashering (Pesach)

Can you kasher this Gas on Glass Cooktop? Is there any way to use it on Pesach? Maybe by covering the glass with foil… Kashering (Pesach)

Can epoxy countertops be kashered? Kashering (Pesach)

If I am doing הגעלה do I have to wait 24 hours after I clean it, or I have to wait 24 hours since the last time I used it? Kashering (Pesach)

Retainers on Pesach Kashering (Pesach)

Kashering a sink faucet for Pesach Kashering (Pesach)

Can a typical outdoor gas grill be Kashered for Pesach? If so, how? Kashering (Pesach)

הכשרה ע”י קומקום חשמלי Kashering (Pesach)

How do I clean my Braces when Erev Pesach is on Shabbos? Kashering (Pesach)

Child took out chametz spatula, spatula was mistakenly used to fry eggs and discovered afterwards. Kashering (Pesach)

I have several questions in regards to kashering for Pesach Kashering (Pesach)

Download: Kashering Made Simple – – הכשרת כלים לפסח Kashering (Pesach)

Can I keep the Chometz in my freezer if I seal it in garbage bags over Pesach and its kept in a separate section than the Pesach food? Kashering (Pesach)

האם ניתן להכשיר תנור לפסח דרך הפירוליטי (pyrolyse)? והאם זה מקובל באנ”ש? Kashering (Pesach)

Hi, Is there a way I can kasher a Chometz pot to be used for Pesach? Thank you! Kashering (Pesach)

Is there a possible problem with using pots and pans that having a non stick coating? Kashering (Pesach)

Can one Lechatchila Kasher something through Libun on Chol Hamoed? Kashering (Pesach)

Does the kettle used to Kasher a sink have to be a Pesachdik or Chometzdik or either one? Kashering (Pesach)

Can I Kasher my oven for Pesach or during the year with a blow torch? Kashering (Pesach)

Can we use a hot water urn that we use for year round – for Pesach as well? As it boils anyways when we use it? Kashering (Pesach)

Kashering a sink, counters, oven and stove for Pesach: Kashering (Pesach)

קנינים מכירת חמץ ערב פסח שחל בשבת Mechiras Chometz

האם יש איזשהו הידור לא לקנות חמץ אחרי פסח ממקומות שבהם המכירת חמץ היתה בלא ערב קבלן? Mechiras Chometz

Is it preferable to sell Chometz using a paper vs. an online form? Mechiras Chometz

משלוח מנות (עם חמץ) שהוחזר לשולח באמצע חג הפסח Mechiras Chometz

Sofek by Chometz After Pesach Mechiras Chometz

Selling Sourdough Starter for Pesach Mechiras Chometz

Chometz Amazon package arrived on Pesach Mechiras Chometz

Chometz that was not mentioned in the Shtar Mechira Mechiras Chometz

Can I child under Bar Mitzvah sell a Chometz canteen? Mechiras Chometz

Buying Chometz after Pesach from a store who is opened on Shabbos? Mechiras Chometz

תשובה הלכה למעשה בדין חמץ שעבר עליו הפסח Mechiras Chometz

רב שהתיר אחר שרב אחר כבר פסק לאסור Mechiras Chometz

שלחתי בערב פסח טופס אלקטרוני של מכירת חמץ, כעת אני רואה שמשום מה המייל לא נשלח. מה דין המכירה וכל החמץ שבה? Mechiras Chometz

תשובה הלכתית בענין מכירת חמץ וחמץ שעבר על הפסח Mechiras Chometz

Mechiras Chometz – – מכירת חמץ Mechiras Chometz

האם אפשר להשתמש בכלי חמץ (קצת מלוכלכים) שנשארו בחצר האחורית במהלך חג הפסח (ולא נכנסו לארון שנמכר)? Mechiras Chometz

Mechiras Chometz & Pesach Cleaning if one of the households will be using the Chometz r”l Mechiras Chometz

Mechiras Chometz for a store who will remain open on Pesach Mechiras Chometz

Selling one room to the Goy for Pesach Mechiras Chometz

Pesach Foods — 23 posts

Can children have Matzah and cream cheese? Gebroks (Shruyah)

May we eat butter on Matzah or is that classified as Gebroks? Gebroks (Shruyah)

Is it OK to not peel vegetables if cooking before Pessach? Hidurim & Chumros

Can I use a sock to strain the tap water on Shabbos? Hidurim & Chumros

Utensils Used for Kitniyos Hidurim & Chumros

Egg Pot for Pesach Hidurim & Chumros

Hidurim & Chumros on Erev Pesach Hidurim & Chumros

בישולים בבית חב”ד למטיילים ולחבדניקים ביחד. שואלים בקשר לחג הפסח, לדעת מה חובה ומה החמרה לפי חב”ד? Hidurim & Chumros

Which infant formula is ok to use on Pesach? Kitniyos

Are prenatal pills Kosher for Pesach? Kitniyos

Is the birds food attached allowed on Pesach? What if its Kitniyos? Kitniyos

Kitniyos: Is Quinoa Kosher for Pesach? Kitniyos

We bought cutting boards, and it says they’re made out of wheat straw. is that an issue for Pesach? Pesach Products

Does Shampoo/soap (hand and body and for baby) need to be KLP? Pesach Products

Can I use paper dishware for Pesach or do I have to use plastic? Pesach Products

Does Mouthwash & toothpaste need to be Kosher for Pesach? Pesach Products

May I wear nail polish on Pesach? Pesach Products

Is a BBQ with coals fine for Pesach? Pesach Products

Does bottled water need to be Kosher for Pesach? Pesach Products

Can the broom/mop used all year round (chometz) be used on Pesach? Do I need to sell it? If I did not sell, do I need to get rid of it? Pesach Products

The dish soap that I have has a Hechsher, it doesn’t say P on it. Can I use this to clean my dishes on Pesach? Pesach Products

Is Elmer’s Glue Kosher for Pesach? Pesach Products

Are we to avoid the use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers and disinfectants for Pesach under the current COVID-19 climate, with the assumption that some of these products may be grain-based in origin? Pesach Products

Erev Pesach — 17 posts

Article: Bedikas Chometz when Traveling for Pesach Bedikas/Biur Chometz

בדיקת חמץ על ידי שליח תחילה Bedikas/Biur Chometz

האם יש איסור לגור בבית שאינו בדוק מחמץ? Bedikas/Biur Chometz

Is it okay to have a son under Bar Mitzvah burning the Chometz for you? Bedikas/Biur Chometz

We are going to be staying at my in-laws house for Pesach, but they won’t be there. Bedikas/Biur Chometz

The night of Bedikas Chometz I will be in a hotel where I won’t be the next day Bedikas/Biur Chometz

My medical practice will be open on Pesach, and my employees are all non Jews. What is the best way to clean for Pesach? Bedikas/Biur Chometz

Bedikas Chometz when Leaving home for Pesach but will be there for the night of Bedikah Bedikas/Biur Chometz

Leaving our Apartment for Pesach Bedikas/Biur Chometz

I know we avoid eating apples on Erev Pesach. How about drinking apple juice? Foods avoided on

Are almonds allowed to be eaten on Erev Pesach? Foods avoided on

May one drink grape juice/eat frozen grape juice on first day of Pesach (not as Kiddush)? Foods avoided on

How do I make a Siyum without a Minyan? Taanis Bechoros

באיסור אכילת פת בערב סוכות מתחילת שעה עשירית, האם מותר לאכול פחות מכזית או כביצה, או שאסור לאכול כלום?

כלי חמץ לאחר זמן האיסור

ערב פסח שחל להיות בשבת: Why Is This Year’s Pesach Different Than Other Years?

סוף זמן אכילת חמץ

Seder — 34 posts

Chabad House Seder: All You Need to Know

Regarding the Bracha of Hatov VeHameitiv (by wine); Daled Koisos

If someone ended up drinking only 3 cups by the Seder, was it worth anything? Daled Koisos

Am I allowed to add flavor juice to the Revi’is Kiddush (dry) wine? Daled Koisos

Did the Alter Rebbe give a Size for a Revi’is? Daled Koisos

Can we buy stemmed glasses for our public Seder? Daled Koisos

כוס מלא בליל סדר של פסח, האפשר לטעום מעט לפני שיסב, כדי שלא ישפך, ואז לשתות השאר בהסיבה? Daled Koisos

Diluting the Seder Wine due to Health Concerns Daled Koisos

What percent alcohol is acceptable to use for wine by the Seder? Daled Koisos

We don’t have enough wine for the Seder. What should we do? Daled Koisos

What’s the smallest Shiur in ounces for the four cups of the Pesach Seder? Daled Koisos

Must a pregnant woman drink 4 cups of wine? Can grape juice suffice? Daled Koisos

האם יש ענין בנוגע לד’ כוסות להחמיר כשיטת הצל”ח/חזו”א? Daled Koisos

מצה עם מיונז וכדו’ לכזית מצה הראשונה והאפיקומן Matzah

When should one eat Matzah on Pesach Sheni? Matzah

Can we use Matzos from the previous year? Matzah

Does oat flour need to be kosher in general? Does Chabad eat Matzah made out of oats? Matzah

Can I print Matzah covers with the Brochos on them? Matzah

Matzah for someone who has difficulty swallowing Matzah

Between white flour and whole wheat flour, are any of them more Mehudar to use for Matza at the Seder? Matzah

Matzah for the Jew without teeth Matzah

Is it allowed to eat spelt Matzah at the Seder instead of wheat Matzah? Matzah

Alternatives for Marror Marror

Can I use Hydroponic lettuce for the Seder? Marror

When does prohibition of eating after Afikoman end? Afikoman

עצת האבני נזר כשמתאחר בסעודתו לענין אפיקומן לפני חצות Afikoman

האם יותר נכון, ע״פ דקדוק, לומר בנוסח ההגדה מצה זוֹ או זוּ? וכן הרי את מקודשת לי בטבעת זוֹ או זוּ

Before drinking, is one allowed to put one’s finger in water to remove a drop, rather than spilling it?

טלטול הנר בשפוך חמתך

How does one measure foods to know if it’s a Kazayis?

Is there any way I can set up before Yom Tov a Zoom for the seder for my non-religious mother (who is alone) and family who generally drive on Shabbos or Yom tov to join us?

האם אפשר להתחיל סדר פסח למבוגרים מפלג המנחה?

I heard that there is a Halacha not to use broken dishes. How far does this go? Does this apply to a chip in a dish?

Does a Becher need to be rinsed before Kiddush even if it is clean from having been washed after its previous use?

Other — 10 posts

Keilim from Chametz She’avar Olov Hapesach

חמץ בשמיני של פסח

On the second night of Pesach only after I drank the wine of the first cup, did I realize that I skipped saying Havdalah durin Shmoneh Esrei or in Kiddush. Do I have to daven over?

Quick Useful Pesach Links | כל מה שצריך לפסח

May one put salt in water on Shabbos?

Is it our Minhag to make Shlissel Challah?

Chodosh Nowadays

מהו שיעור משהו שנאמר בחמץ?

If Moshiach comes on Acharon shel Pesach will it be Ois Yom Tov sheini shel guluyos that day or will is still be asur bimlacha till the end of the day?

Beth Din Letter [#7] from 12 Nissan

Counting the Omer — 15 posts

הפסקה בספירת העומר

האם יוצאים ספירת העומר כשסופר הלילה, דהיינו שאומר ״הלילה ליל כך וכך לעומר״ או כיו״ב בשאר שפות?

Eating before Sefiras HaOmer

ברכה או ספירה בניגון שאלה

לשמוע ברכת ספירת העומר מאשתו

ספק בספירת העומר

Eating Before Counting Sefira

If I missed counting Sefira on different nights up to the present. And I’m almost sure, but in doubt, of whether I made up for them all by day, do I continue counting without a Bracha?

Does an alarm or app to remind one to count Sefira allow one to start a meal within a half hour before Shkia?

Can I then make a Bracha on Sefiras H’Omer after speaking to a group of children at a rally?

Is it a problem to say the Sefira’s Midah before counting?

If my children go to bed before Tzeis, how early can I count Sefiras Haomer with them?

Can a Chazzen who lost the Bracha for Sefira make a Bracha so that he not be embarrassed?

If a person forgot to count Sefira at night and he remembered only during Bein Hashmashos of the next day, can he continue counting in the remaining nights with a Bracha?

Saying Ana Bichoach Quietly

Yom Tov — 101 posts

Visiting Beis Hachayim on Chol Hamoed Chol Hamoed

Is one allowed on Chol HaMo’ed to contract construction work? Chol Hamoed

האם יש מניעה לעשות דיון בערכאות בעשרת ימי תשובה או חול המועד סוכות? והאם יש זמן מועדף? חודש אלול? Chol Hamoed

אמר קדיש אחרי קריאה בס”ת הא’ בטעות Chol Hamoed

May one donate blood on Chol Hamoed? Chol Hamoed

האם מותר להשאיר את בנית הסוכה לחול המועד? Chol Hamoed

Can I practice Shechita on Chol Hamoed? Chol Hamoed

Am I allowed to have a company start moving stuff from our apartment on Chol Hamoed? Chol Hamoed

My son’s 3rd birthday is on Sukkos. When should the Upshernish be done? Chol Hamoed

Laundry for children on Chol Hamoed Chol Hamoed

Are you allowed to get a manicure on Chol Hamoed? Chol Hamoed

Is it permitted to paint as a Chol Hamoed activity with the family? Chol Hamoed

Can bedding be washed for use on Yom Tov for guests? Chol Hamoed

Can I wash children’s clothing on Chol Hamoed? How about very dirty towels? Chol Hamoed

Is it permissible to take pictures/videos on Chol Hamoed? Chol Hamoed

May one order children’s shoes on Chol Hamoed? They will be needed for a Simcha soon after Yom Tov, and will likely not arrive on time if ordered after Yom Tov. Chol Hamoed

May one prep Limudei Kodesh teaching on Chol Hamoed by typing on a computer but not printing till after Yom Tov? Chol Hamoed

Can I cut my nails before Shabbos Chol Hamoed? On Hoshana Rabbah (Erev Yom Tov)? Chol Hamoed

Is there any room to be lenient and wash clothing on Chol Hamoed? Chol Hamoed

A company was contracted to do installation of cameras in our school building. They would like to work on Chol Hamoed. Is this OK? Chol Hamoed

May one get a Sheitel cut/styled on Chol Hamoed by a non-Jew? (It will be worn on Yom tov and at this point can’t be done before Yom tov.) Chol Hamoed

Can I schedule a bulk items garbage disposal to be picked up on Shabbos? If not, can it be scheduled for Chol Hamoed? Chol Hamoed

I would like to paint Tzivos Hashem logos on the walls of yeshiva using a projector and tracing the lines in order to encourage kids to go up in rank. Is it permissible to do this on Chol Hamoed? Chol Hamoed

I work as a teacher in a Preschool and it is open on Chol Hamoed. Can I work on Chol Hamoed? Chol Hamoed

Can major house renovation work continue to be done on Chol Hamoed Sukkos? Chol Hamoed

Can I book doctor and dentist appointments for Chol Hamoed Sukkos if there is really no other time available for my family and I to go? Chol Hamoed

ברכת שהחיינו לאיש המדליק נרות Candle Lighting

שכחה להדליק נרות ביו״ט ונזכרה רק לאחר הסעודה Candle Lighting

Forgot to Light Shabbos Candles Candle Lighting

הדלקת נרות יום טוב שני – לפני שקיעה Candle Lighting

Saying shehechiyanu by an early Kiddush on the second night of Yom Tov Candle Lighting

Candle Lighting for Shavous Candle Lighting

May one light a match on Yom tov (for lighting candles) by touching the red part of the match to an electric burner that is on? Candle Lighting

I forgot to light candles Yom Tov night. What should I do? Candle Lighting

האם מותר לבשל בבין השמשות של יו״ט או של מוצאי יו״ט לצורך אותה שעה? Cooking

Can one use a vegetable chopper on Yom Tov? Cooking

Can you invite a non-Jew to a Shabbos/YT meal? Cooking

Is an oven with Sabbath Mode permitted on Yom Tov for cooking? Cooking

Can I invite someone who is in the process of converting over for a Yom-Tov meal? Cooking

I am going with my family to my married daughter for Yom Tov. How can I be included in their Eiruv Tavshilin? Cooking

Can I keep a cooking fire going by adding logs to it on Yom Tov? Cooking

Can an electric cooktop be used on Yom Tov? Cooking

Can I use a non-electric thermometer on Yom Tov to measure the tenderness of meat? Cooking

Can I tell my non-Jewish aid to change the crockpot setting on Yom Tov? Cooking

Carrying on Shabbos or YT for Chol Carrying

Is one allowed to take out the garbage on Yom Tov to the street to be picked up by the city? Carrying

On my usual key chain there are some keys that I will for sure not use on Yom Tov. Do I have to take off these keys in order to be allowed to carry the key chain on Yom Tov out of the Eiruv? Carrying

להתאים ניילון לעטוף בו הס”ת ע”י עשיית חורים בניילון ביו”ט

My Sukkah is on my stoop with the door being the 3rd wall.

תשלומין לשמיני עצרת?

I’m in Eretz Yisroel, and it would be difficlut for me to keep two days here

Second Day of Yom Tov for Someone from Eretz Yisroel

עירוב תבשילין על דג אפוי/צלוי

Is there a דין of פורס מפה ומקדש on ראש השנה?

How to arrange travel in Israel by visitor on the second day of Chag

Milchigs for Shabbos Meal

יום טוב שני של גלויות

שמחת יום טוב ביין דוקא

Is a Sukkah built by Jews on Yom Tov considered Kosher?

On Yom tov, can children decorate cookies with icing and spoons and spread it on and add toppings, etc.?

עירוב תבשילין במשקה, צריך כזית או רביעית?

עשה עירוב תבשילין ואח”כ בא לביתו אורח, האם יכול לערב שוב עם אותו תבשיל?

Is Simchas Yom Tov specifically clothing/jewelry or can it be anything she enjoys?

בן א”י הנמצא בחו”ל ביו”ט שני

בדין קריאת התורה לבן א”י הנמצא בחו”ל ביו”ט שני

Are there any halachic issues with a tankless water heater in a Chabad house (or home) for Yom Tov?

Making Yaknehaz again for a woman

יו״ט שחל בשבת והזכיר בתפלה שבת בחתימת הברכה אבל לא באמצע הברכה – האם יצא?

איזה מי שברך לחולים אומרים ביו”ט?

Regarding taking a Haircut 30 days before a Chag, is this a requirement for Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur and Shmini Atzeres or only within 30 days of the beginning of Sukkos?

Follow up Question on Showers on Yom Tov

If I turn a flashlight on before Shabbos (and it stays running) can I carry it and use it to walk to the Mikvah on the first day of Yom Tov?

If a person Davens slower than the Minyan or started After the Minyan started, do they say the 13 attributes of mercy by Pesicha if they are davening by themselves and not with a minyan?

Is there an Inyan to specifically eat fish and meat at every Seuda on Yom Tov?

Yizkor on the first day of Yom Tov

Can we have an Early Dinner on the Second Night of Yom Tov?

Can I fly from Eretz Yisroel to the US on the 7th of Sivan?

Must one eat beef on Yom Tov or is chicken enough?

Why do we say שהחיינו altogether when the 2nd night of Yom Tov is on Shabbos?

שאלה: אנו קבוצה של תלמידים מחו”ל, שנמצאים כעת באה”ק. האם עלינו לשמור על יום טוב שני? ובאם כן, האם עלינו לעשות כך בצינעא או שניתן לעשות מנין ובפרהסיא?

Can I ask a non-Jew to turn on my oven on Yom Tov?

טבלת דיני השוכח והטועה בתפילות יום טוב

CHART: “I Made a Mistake in the Yom Tov Davening!”

When do I say Ribono Shel Olam of Birchas Kohanim when Davenving at a non-Lubavitch Shul?

Shiluach Haken on Shabbos & Yom Tov

Can someone who both of his parents are BH alive serve as a Chazzon for Yizkor services?

I heard that some people are Makpid not to do a Poreis Mappah Umekadeh (Some say that there’s a Sakana involved), while I’ve seen others do it. Practically, what’s the Halacha/Minhag Chabad if one wants to do it the way the Alter Rebbe writes in רעא יא?

We are a group of friends that would like to continue our Seudas Moshiach on Zoom Motzoei Yom Tov if possible. Is this permissible?

When davening at home on Yom Tov, should one send the family out of the room to say Yizkor (as is done in Shul)?

Are we allowed to take showers on a Three day Yom Tov?

What can I do to warm up my makeshift Mikvah in my bathtub on Shabbos / Yom Tov?

If I have been taking cold showers on Shabbos instead of Mikvah. Can I take warm shower on Yom Tov (without soap)? The cold water for 3 minutes is really quite uncomfortable and difficult.

My gas stove is the type that lights itself as soon as you begin to turn the knob, it then goes from High to Low. Can I turn it on on Yom Tov or would I have to turn on from before Yom Tov?

Can I use a Whipped Cream Dispenser on Yom Tov?

I come from a town with one kosher restaurant. Many locals and tourists alike rely on the restaurant. The restaurant has to do construction (otherwise the city will remove the permits) which requires it to be closed for an entire day. This causes a major inconvenience and even can cause some to eat non-kosher R”L. Is their any way to hire a Goy to do the construction on Yom Tov when the restaurant is closed anyways?

Are we allowed to listen to music played with instruments during Chol HaMoed?

I am now applying to jobs in the corporate environment and I would like to know what should be my position in negotiations with potential employers in terms of working on Chol Hamoed. Is it something I must present as days when I absolutely cannot work, or as days where I can be called on for only urgent projects, etc?

We live in a city where we pay for garbage pickup. Next week garbage pickup is on Tuesday and due to Sukkos I will have lots of extra garbage. Is there any way that I am allowed to put out the garbage before yom Tov so that it could be picked up Tuesday morning?

Can I have my non-Jewish cleaning lady come on Yom Tov if it’s her regular day? What other Halochos should I know?

Can I lower a gas flame on Yom Tov?

Is a non-Jew allowed to change the setting on my crock pot on Shabbos or YT from High to Low or from Low to Keep Warm?

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