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Question: Today is Friday. The last time to say Kiddush Levana this month will be on Motzai Shabbos. It looks like there will not be a Levana then. Can I do it tonight if there is no issue with… Question: Today is Friday. The last time to say Kiddush Levana this month will be on Motzai Shabbos. It looks like there will not be a Levana then. Can I do it tonight if there is no issue with carrying? Answer: If you believe you’ll miss out on the chance to do it completely it may be done on Friday night. It should ideally be done from a Gemora - Sanhedrin 42a. In this case, if done with a minyan, Kiddush Levana should be said (after nightfall but) before Maariv, if possible. Sources: כששבת או יו״ט הוא לילה האחרונה - ראה כאן:…Show more
Question: Is it permissible to watch a Rebbe video in the morning, while still in bed, after Modeh Ani and Negel Vasser? Would there be a difference between, for example, watching the Rebbe talking at a Farbrengen or watching… Question: Is it permissible to watch a Rebbe video in the morning, while still in bed, after Modeh Ani and Negel Vasser? Would there be a difference between, for example, watching the Rebbe talking at a Farbrengen or watching the Rebbe give out Kos Shel Brocha? Answer: A video of the Rebbe talking should not be viewed before Birchas Hatorah. A video of the Rebbe davening or giving out Kos Shel Beracha, dollars or kuntresim would be permissible (provided in a respectful manner). See sources here: Halacha2go #259 Halacha2go #260 Halacha2go #602 Kinus Torah following Shavuos 5775.…Show more
שאלה: ישנה אישה שמבקשת מאוד ונפשה בשאלתה כי יביאו לה אבן קטנה שהונחה בציון הקדוש. היא רואה זאת כסגולה. האם מותר הדבר? או שהוא נכלל בגדר של איסור הנאה אין ניאותין בהם וכו'? תשובה: אף שאין איסור בדבר,… שאלה: ישנה אישה שמבקשת מאוד ונפשה בשאלתה כי יביאו לה אבן קטנה שהונחה בציון הקדוש. היא רואה זאת כסגולה. האם מותר הדבר? או שהוא נכלל בגדר של איסור הנאה אין ניאותין בהם וכו'? תשובה: אף שאין איסור בדבר, אבל לפי כל טעמי המנהג אין מקום להסיר האבנים. אם תרצה בדוקא אפשר להניח שם אבן על מנת ליטלו ובאופן כזה אין חשש. מקורות: הנה, איסור הנאה (שו״ע יו״ד שסד, א) ליכא, כפשוט.…Show more
Question: I'm contemplating starting a career initiative in partnership with my employer in teaching hacking (penetration testing) in order to give people a direct path to a cybersecurity career by teaching marketable skills. My concern is that this… Question: I'm contemplating starting a career initiative in partnership with my employer in teaching hacking (penetration testing) in order to give people a direct path to a cybersecurity career by teaching marketable skills. My concern is that this knowledge, taught in high crime areas, may lead some to more sophisticated crime. On the other hand, all this knowledge is already freely available online, and many would stand to gain from such a program run by a cybersecurity consultant who can guide them on the fastest path forward. Is there any issue with such a teaching initiative? Answer:…Show more
While it's not the proper thing to be laying down during Torah learning, however, while someone is preparing to sleep it is proper to learn then as well, even if in a lying position. Chasidic stories are fine, regardless.… While it's not the proper thing to be laying down during Torah learning, however, while someone is preparing to sleep it is proper to learn then as well, even if in a lying position. Chasidic stories are fine, regardless. Sources: כמובן ופשוט. ולהעיר גם מזבחים ה, א: רמי ר״ל…Show more
The day follows the previous night, so you shouldn’t cut hands by night and feet the following day. However, the night after the day is a new beginning. Sources: לא ליטול ידיו ורגליו באותו יום - הוא ממגיד…
Question: What is our minhag on Shabbos Mevarchim which is also erev Rosh Chodesh - do we say by birchas hachodesh "Mochor bayom harishon"? What about when Rosh Chodesh is Shabbos-Sunday - do we say "limochoroso bayom… Question: What is our minhag on Shabbos Mevarchim which is also erev Rosh Chodesh - do we say by birchas hachodesh "Mochor bayom harishon"? What about when Rosh Chodesh is Shabbos-Sunday - do we say "limochoroso bayom harishon"? Answer: There is no clarity about the minhag (see references below). The common minhag is only to say ולמחרתו when Rosh Chodesh is on the following Shabbos and Sunday. If it is just the upcoming Sunday (the day after Shabbos Mevorchim) מחר is recited: מחר ביום הראשון. Sources: בלקו"ש ח"כ ע' 555 "כדאי לברר מנהג ש"ץ בעלי…Show more
Answer: Suntan lotion which is in cream, ointment or thick, slow- pouring oil form, is forbidden to be used on Shabbos, as it may be a violation of the Shabbos Labor of ממרח. Any lotion which is liquidy to… Answer: Suntan lotion which is in cream, ointment or thick, slow- pouring oil form, is forbidden to be used on Shabbos, as it may be a violation of the Shabbos Labor of ממרח. Any lotion which is liquidy to the point that it pours very fast is permitted. A spray would also be permitted. However, there are those who are מחמיר. (This does not fall under the category of taking medicine on Shabbos, as sun lotion is not considered medication, since its purpose is not to heal but to protect.) Thicker liquids may be diluted with water on Shabbos…Show more
A. Yes, but you should not deviate from the accepted custom of the Shul and/or the local custom (local rabbi, etc.). Q. How should the wording be (from singular to plural)? A. If plural men - with a… A. Yes, but you should not deviate from the accepted custom of the Shul and/or the local custom (local rabbi, etc.). Q. How should the wording be (from singular to plural)? A. If plural men - with a "מ" at the end of the words - בעבורם, להחלימם, רמח אבריהם ושסה גידיהם If plural women - with a "ן" at the end of the words - בעבורן, להחלימן, כל אבריהן וגידיהן Q. Can names of women also be included in the same mi sheberach as with names of men? If yes, how would the wording be? A.…Show more
The money should be divided among all the Yorshim (the sons). Sources: חייב מן הדין משום הודאת בעל דין כמאה עדים…
One may not cut his/her nails on Rosh Chodesh, but may paint them, etc. There is room to be lenient about filing too. In regards to your specific question, a manicure can be permitted on Rosh Chodesh as long… One may not cut his/her nails on Rosh Chodesh, but may paint them, etc. There is room to be lenient about filing too. In regards to your specific question, a manicure can be permitted on Rosh Chodesh as long as it does not involve cutting the nails. Sources: ראה מילי דחסידותא (להגה״ק מבוטשאטש) על צוואת ריה״ח אות…Show more
Yes. א״א תיז תנינא. וראה עוד בשאלה 9438: https://asktherav.com/9438-is-one-allowed-to-manicure-nails-on-rosh-chodesh/ #14646
Question: A shul that is is on the 2nd floor of a house, but the only sink in the house is in the basement, a descent of more than two flights of stairs. But there is a filtered water… Question: A shul that is is on the 2nd floor of a house, but the only sink in the house is in the basement, a descent of more than two flights of stairs. But there is a filtered water machine/tank in the shul. For washing the hands before davening; Is it sufficient to release some water from the faucet of the machine into the cup of one's hand (a cupped palm) and smear it around the hands? Answer: Strictly speaking, water from the tap is sufficient for before Davening too. However, some are stringent to use a Kli…Show more
Normally we don’t fast on this day, however, with regards to a chooson and kallah on the wedding day, fasting is required. Sources: מג״א תקעג, א. חיי״א קלב, מג. קיצור שו״ע קמו,…
Question Someone I know cut down a fruit tree. Since fruit trees are not supposed to be cut down, but in this case, it was already done, would a tikkun be (or is there any reason) to plant another… Question Someone I know cut down a fruit tree. Since fruit trees are not supposed to be cut down, but in this case, it was already done, would a tikkun be (or is there any reason) to plant another fruit tree in its space? Answer: There’s no such tikkun. The correct thing is to do proper teshuva and seek a kaparah from your mashpia. PS Some opinions permit uprooting a tree in order to plant a better tree, worth more money, in its place. It is not clear if this would help after the fact, but…Show more
Also, am I allowed to watch a live stream from Meron? Answer: Yes to both questions. But you shouldn’t dance, listen intently to the music, or participate in any other form of much festivity, etc. Sources: כשאין שם סעודה לית לן בה, כפשוט, לפי שאין…
Question: My hair is super thick and a little too long. It is interfering with my Shaitel sitting correctly and sometimes sticks out from my Tichel. Amswer: Yes, for Tznius reasons it is permitted. Sources: במכ״ש מחוה״מ - ראה ארחות חיים ודע״ת תקלא. ובימי…
Pour the other wine into the Kos shel bracha bit by bit. Each time you pour make sure the kos shel bracha is more than what is added. Sources: ע״פ ע״ז עג, א ובתוד״ה כי אתא בסוף הדיבור.…
שאלה: לאחרי קידוש, כיון שמתחת להגביע יש לחלוחית הרבה מהיין, הנה לפי שאני מוסר הגביע להמסובים בכדי לטעום מהקידוש, אני מעביר הגביע על מפית נייר בכדי לנקותו, שלא יטוף מהיין על המסובים וכיו"ב. העירני חכם אחד שלא ניחא לי'… שאלה: לאחרי קידוש, כיון שמתחת להגביע יש לחלוחית הרבה מהיין, הנה לפי שאני מוסר הגביע להמסובים בכדי לטעום מהקידוש, אני מעביר הגביע על מפית נייר בכדי לנקותו, שלא יטוף מהיין על המסובים וכיו"ב. העירני חכם אחד שלא ניחא לי' הנהגה זו, ואסור לעשות כך, כיון שאני צובע את המפית נייר בצבע היין. האם השתמשות הנ"ל אסור מפני מלאכת צובע? ומזה באתי לשאלה כללית, האם מותר להשתמש במפית נייר לנגב הפה וכיו"ב, במקרה שעל ידי הניגוב, יהי' צביעת המפית נייר עם הצבע שעל הפה? ומה עם ממחטות נייר לאף, שלפעמים הממחטה נצבעת? תשובה: במפיות נייר העשויות ליזרק ומיוחדות לכך,…Show more
The halacha is that one should ideally have a torch, consisting of several wicks for havdala, or at least two candles put together. See also here: https://asktherav.com/10828-type-of-havdala-candle-that-is-most-mehudar/ Additionally, there is a minhag to light many candles on Motzai… The halacha is that one should ideally have a torch, consisting of several wicks for havdala, or at least two candles put together. See also here: https://asktherav.com/10828-type-of-havdala-candle-that-is-most-mehudar/ Additionally, there is a minhag to light many candles on Motzai Shabbos to increase light, similar to what is done before Shabbos. The common custom — for those who practice it — is to light two candles and they are kindled at Melava Malka, or even earlier but only after Havdala. Others light them before Havdala. Some light 4 candles. Sources: בשו״ע אדה״ז ש, ב: יש נוהגים להרבות נרות במוצאי שבת…Show more
Question: I have a specific pocket in my pants for Maaser, I generally give it to people on the streets who are hungry, but the money somehow fell out today and it was a substantial amount, a little over… Question: I have a specific pocket in my pants for Maaser, I generally give it to people on the streets who are hungry, but the money somehow fell out today and it was a substantial amount, a little over 100. What do I need to do? Answer: Am I responsible for tzedakah money stolen from my house? Whether or not one is responsible for replacing tzedakah money that was stolen while in their possession depends on their shomer (guardian) status. Following are some of the general guidelines: If the tzedakah money had not been designated to a particular…Show more
Question: I read somewhere that we should only lend people money in the presence of witnesses. Is the record that CashApp keeps good enough as a witness in this instance. Or should I send a loan only with actual… Question: I read somewhere that we should only lend people money in the presence of witnesses. Is the record that CashApp keeps good enough as a witness in this instance. Or should I send a loan only with actual witnesses of it happening? Answer: The record of the cash app does not indicate that it is a loan and not a gift. If there is a record that it is a loan then that would be sufficient. For more details about this matter, see Halacha2go #627. #9683Show more
שאלה: חולה בן פרוז שלא קרא את המגילה ביום י"ד, האם יתאמץ ויסע לעיר מוקפת חומה כדי שיתחייב לקרוא כמוקפים, ובזה יתקן את מה שלא קרא ביום י"ד, או שמא אינו חייב להתאמץ ולנסוע? תשובה: בין כך יש… שאלה: חולה בן פרוז שלא קרא את המגילה ביום י"ד, האם יתאמץ ויסע לעיר מוקפת חומה כדי שיתחייב לקרוא כמוקפים, ובזה יתקן את מה שלא קרא ביום י"ד, או שמא אינו חייב להתאמץ ולנסוע? תשובה: בין כך יש לו לקרוא המגילה בט״ו. מקורות: שו״ע או״ח סי׳ תרפ״ח סעי׳ ח׳, ובמג״א סקי״ב ומשנ״ב…Show more
When leaking waters only: If you are wearing a diaper (or the sort) and your clothes are clean, you may Daven and perform all mentioned Mitzvos. You should not start Davening when you actually feel the urge. If you… When leaking waters only: If you are wearing a diaper (or the sort) and your clothes are clean, you may Daven and perform all mentioned Mitzvos. You should not start Davening when you actually feel the urge. If you feel the urge you should pause and continue once it ceases. See also here: https://asktherav.com/12264-davening-with-a-wet-diaper/ When leaking stool: If you are unaware of when it leaks and it doesn't smell, you should clean yourself right before Davening or putting on Tefillin, and may Daven. Preferably you should wear Tefillin for the minimal time and take it off right after Shemoneh…Show more
It applies to the entire vagina, i.e. vulva, the lip, labia, clitoris, but not to the surrounding pubic area. פשוט. וראה עזר מקודש אה״ע כה, א. וכן מובן מהטעמים שנתנו ע"ז בשו"ע או"ח סי' רמ, ס"ד, שמעביר הבושה… It applies to the entire vagina, i.e. vulva, the lip, labia, clitoris, but not to the surrounding pubic area. פשוט. וראה עזר מקודש אה״ע כה, א. וכן מובן מהטעמים שנתנו ע"ז בשו"ע או"ח סי' רמ, ס"ד, שמעביר הבושה ומגרה יצר הרע ועובר על בל תשקצו. #15076Show more
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