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Question: Hi, I just heard that there is a perspective that people should pay their Mashpia for the time that they spend talking with them. Is this true in halacha or it's just someone's perspective? I feel that my… Question: Hi, I just heard that there is a perspective that people should pay their Mashpia for the time that they spend talking with them. Is this true in halacha or it's just someone's perspective? I feel that my Mashpia would laugh if I said I'm going to pay her, and besides- what if the need for payment would create a deterrent for calling? What about all the back payment from previous years? Or if I switched Mashpia's already? How would I know how much to pay? Would it be allowed to come from Ma'aser? I don't feel like…Show more
Phone - See here: Halacha2go.com article #317 App or Email - No. Sources: כתב הרשב״א (נדרים ח, א ד״ה מהו. וכ״ה בר״ן…
Question: I am currently making the Matzeiva for a relative who passed away recently whose name was Baila bas Feivel. With regard to Baila: I know you've written in the past that the accepted spelling for names with a… Question: I am currently making the Matzeiva for a relative who passed away recently whose name was Baila bas Feivel. With regard to Baila: I know you've written in the past that the accepted spelling for names with a "Tzeirei" is only one Yud. Is there a source for this? (I think one finds that in most of Klal Yisroel, these names are written with two Yuds.) With regard to Feivel: I know that the Kav Noki writes that it's spelled with a Veis - I just wanted to confirm that this is indeed the accepted way…Show more
If there is no Kohen and only Leviyim and Yisraelim in the minyan, the Levi will receive the first Aliya "Bimkom Kohen" and the Baal Korei should continue reading past Sheni until and including the Passuk (33:7) וּמשֶׁה֩… If there is no Kohen and only Leviyim and Yisraelim in the minyan, the Levi will receive the first Aliya "Bimkom Kohen" and the Baal Korei should continue reading past Sheni until and including the Passuk (33:7) וּמשֶׁה֩ יִקַּ֨ח אֶת־הָאֹ֜הֶל וְנָֽטָה־ל֣וֹ ׀ מִח֣וּץ לַֽמַּֽחֲנֶ֗ה הַרְחֵק֙ מִן־הַֽמַּֽחֲנֶ֔ה וְקָ֥רָא ל֖וֹ אֹ֣הֶל מוֹעֵ֑ד וְהָיָה֙ כָּל־מְבַקֵּ֣שׁ יְהֹוָ֔ה יֵצֵא֙ אֶל־אֹ֣הֶל מוֹעֵ֔ד אֲשֶׁ֖ר מִח֥וּץ לַֽמַּֽחֲנֶֽה׃, found right before Shlishi. The remaining Pesukim till Shlishi (33:8-11) will be read as Sheni for Yisroel. Afterwards, the Kriah continues as normal. Alternatively, the first Aliya is read until Shlishi. The second Aliya till Revi’i.…Show more
שאלה: בשו"ע יו"ד סי' צז מבואר שצריך לעשות איזה היכר, והרי הם בצורה מיוחדת? זאת ועוד, בדרך כלל אופים אוזני המן באותו היום, ומבואר שם ברמ"א, שאם יגמרו לאכול אותם ביום אחד, מותר לאפותם, כי אין חשש שישכחו שהם… שאלה: בשו"ע יו"ד סי' צז מבואר שצריך לעשות איזה היכר, והרי הם בצורה מיוחדת? זאת ועוד, בדרך כלל אופים אוזני המן באותו היום, ומבואר שם ברמ"א, שאם יגמרו לאכול אותם ביום אחד, מותר לאפותם, כי אין חשש שישכחו שהם חלב. תשובה: בכלל אין צורך בהיכר אם מתקיים אחד מהתנאים הבאים: א. אם נאכלת בדרך כלל לבד (לא עם בשר). ב. אם מדובר בכמות שבדרך כלל יגמרו ביום. ג. בדבר שניכר עליו שהוא חלבי. מקורות: ראה בפת"ש סי׳ צ״ז סק"ג שדוקא אם רגיל לאוכלן…Show more
The brachah over hamantaschen is generally mezonos, because the dough used nowadays for hamantaschen is usually mezonos. If the dough is hamotzi but the filling is sweet, the brachah will remain mezonos—provided that the sweet nature… The brachah over hamantaschen is generally mezonos, because the dough used nowadays for hamantaschen is usually mezonos. If the dough is hamotzi but the filling is sweet, the brachah will remain mezonos—provided that the sweet nature of the filling earns primary status, whereby the pastry is demoted to a secondary, facilitator role. (Unlike kreplach, this snack is not designed to satiate, to be used as part of a meal, but simply as a delicacy, for pleasure.)Show more
Question: Someone borrowed a book from me, in one instance they gave it back with a thank-you card, in another with a chocolate. Is this Ribbis? Do I have to give it back? Can I put it back in… Question: Someone borrowed a book from me, in one instance they gave it back with a thank-you card, in another with a chocolate. Is this Ribbis? Do I have to give it back? Can I put it back in their property without them knowing-because they are sensitive people and they would probably be offended for not knowing the halacha. Answer: It is not Ribbis. Sources: דין הלוואת חפצים מפורש בפוסקים, ובשו"ע אדה"ז הל' ריבית…Show more
Question: My doctor told me to get the vaccine. I scheduled my appointment to get it next Sunday. They said that 3 weeks later I need to get the second vaccine. My question is, am I allowed to get… Question: My doctor told me to get the vaccine. I scheduled my appointment to get it next Sunday. They said that 3 weeks later I need to get the second vaccine. My question is, am I allowed to get it on chol hamoed. Amswer: It is permitted. However, if it's possible - following the doctor's instructions - to delay or do it earlier in order that the shot(s) shouldn't take place on Chol Hamoed, it is preferable. Sources: אג"מ או"ח ח"ג סי' עח. וראה הנסמן בחול המועד…Show more
Question: I have an elderly Jewish friend, without teeth, that can't eat matzah. What are the options for him, can I grind the shmurah matzah into a powder and give it to him? Answer: You may grind it.… Question: I have an elderly Jewish friend, without teeth, that can't eat matzah. What are the options for him, can I grind the shmurah matzah into a powder and give it to him? Answer: You may grind it. If this is difficult to swallow you can drink some water with it. If that is not possible you may soak it in cold water, however care must be taken not to soak it for 24 hours long, and that it it does NOT dissolve in the water. One should make sure to only soak pieces of matzah which are…Show more
Question: Is one allowed to send a Private (WhatsApp) message to a Frum Yid who is in a time zone where it's already (or: still) Shabbos? Is there a difference if you’re sending a message to a WhatsApp group… Question: Is one allowed to send a Private (WhatsApp) message to a Frum Yid who is in a time zone where it's already (or: still) Shabbos? Is there a difference if you’re sending a message to a WhatsApp group with some people who are in middle of Shabbos and some are not in middle of Shabbos? Answer: It is permissible in both instances. Sources: ראה השקו"ט עפמש״כ אדה"ז בקו"א רס"ג בסופו, שבט הלוי…Show more
Question: How particular should one be to wear a silk kapoteh, and is there any times where silk is not necessary? What is our view on wearing a kapoteh which is partially silk, since silk can be quite… Question: How particular should one be to wear a silk kapoteh, and is there any times where silk is not necessary? What is our view on wearing a kapoteh which is partially silk, since silk can be quite costly. Answer: One should wear a silk Kapota on Shabbos and Yom-Tov. A blend of wool and silk wouldn’t be considered a silk Kapota unless it’s made with a majority of silk (which to the best of my knowledge is usually not the case with most blended Kapotas available). It should be noted that as a general rule the…Show more
Some have this custom. The two candles are lit during the Purim seudah. Sources: כ״כ הגרח״פ ברוח חיים תרצה, א (קי, ג) ובמועד…
שאלה: בתמונה המצו"ב מפורים תשמ"ט נראה אד"ש כשהוא גולל את המגילה באויר. האם מכאן ניתן להסיק שלא סבירא ליה הזהירות המובאת בפרי מגדים (משב"ז סתר"צ סק"י) שגלגול המגילה הוא גנאי כתבי קודש, אף אם אינה נוגעת בקרקע אלא תלויה?… שאלה: בתמונה המצו"ב מפורים תשמ"ט נראה אד"ש כשהוא גולל את המגילה באויר. האם מכאן ניתן להסיק שלא סבירא ליה הזהירות המובאת בפרי מגדים (משב"ז סתר"צ סק"י) שגלגול המגילה הוא גנאי כתבי קודש, אף אם אינה נוגעת בקרקע אלא תלויה? או שיש הסבר אחר? מענה: אין ראי׳ ומכמה טעמים: א. אולי נפלה המגילה קצת תוך כדי גלגול. ודוחק. ונראה ברור מהתמונה שהיא בכוונה תחילה. ב. יסוד דברי הפמ״ג - והביאו גם במשנ״ב סקנ״ו וכה״ח ס״ק קג - הוא ע״פ הדין בשו״ע או״ח שנב. והנה, בשו״ע שם מיירי שמונחת כך ולא באופן שהוא רק לפי שעה, תוך כדי גלגול. וגם…Show more
Question: This is more of a "Chassidishe Rav" question, as opposed to an actual Sha'ala in Halacha. It is known that in the early years the Rebbe was shollel having a Piano in a Chassidishe home (see attached). I… Question: This is more of a "Chassidishe Rav" question, as opposed to an actual Sha'ala in Halacha. It is known that in the early years the Rebbe was shollel having a Piano in a Chassidishe home (see attached). I have 2 questions about this: Some say that this was something that applied to that era, but now it has become more accepted and is not a problem. (Similar to the story when a Shochet was removed for wearing Galoshes, because at the time it was not accepted among frum Yidden, but later it of course became a very acceptable…Show more
When one has two wines, they should make a Beracha Boreh Pri Hagafen on the better wine, even if this means that they would not be able to make a Hatov V’Hameitiv. If during the meal you drink from… When one has two wines, they should make a Beracha Boreh Pri Hagafen on the better wine, even if this means that they would not be able to make a Hatov V’Hameitiv. If during the meal you drink from a second (different) bottle of wine, the Beracha of Hatov V’Hameitiv is recited if you are drinking together with company like with one’s family or friends and they are also partaking from both wines. If it is necessary to make the Beracha of Boreh Pri Hagafen on the second wine, the Beracha of Hatov V’Hameitiv is recited first. This is…Show more
No. Sources: כיון שנאכלים בתערובת כאחד. ולא שנא מדג וביצה שעליו…
Question: I borrowed a flashlight from a friend and I used it too much till it died, so I bought new batteries to return. Is there a problem with ribbis since there will be more power in the batteries… Question: I borrowed a flashlight from a friend and I used it too much till it died, so I bought new batteries to return. Is there a problem with ribbis since there will be more power in the batteries than when he lent it to me? What is the best way to proceed? Answer: It is not a problem. Sources: הל' רבית לאדה"ז סל"ג - אלא אם כן מלוהו…Show more
Halachically there is NO Aveilus on a grandparent. The Shulchan Aruch (Y”D 374, 6) writes that there is a custom of miktzas aveilus (some mourning) after other relatives such as a grandparent, but that’s not the custom today. The… Halachically there is NO Aveilus on a grandparent. The Shulchan Aruch (Y”D 374, 6) writes that there is a custom of miktzas aveilus (some mourning) after other relatives such as a grandparent, but that’s not the custom today. The Minhag (custom) today: in front of the Aveilim (mourners), out of respect - we act also miktzas aveilus (‘some’ of mourning behavior, i.e. refraining from joy, new clothing, etc.) up until the end of the first Shabbos. Sources: שו"ע יו"ד סי' שע"ד ס"ו. רמ"א שם. ש"ך שם…Show more
Question: In a few days will be the anniversary of my entering the hospital with corona, r"l. My question is, when and how to celebrate my miraculous recovery. Three options: The day I entered the hospital, the day I… Question: In a few days will be the anniversary of my entering the hospital with corona, r"l. My question is, when and how to celebrate my miraculous recovery. Three options: The day I entered the hospital, the day I returned home or when Hashem granted me the miraculous turnaround from "near falling of the cliff" to back to life? Answer: The celebration and Seudas Hoda'ah should be held on the anniversary of the day which you returned home. By this Seuda the story should be retold to thank Hashem for the great miracle that he did for you…Show more
Question: Being that now many Shluchim will have to make outdoor reading of Megillah, are they allowed to use a non electric megaphone so that people can hear? Answer: Being that it’s completely non electric it is permitted.… Question: Being that now many Shluchim will have to make outdoor reading of Megillah, are they allowed to use a non electric megaphone so that people can hear? Answer: Being that it’s completely non electric it is permitted. However care must be taken that every word is clearly heard. Sources: משנה בר״ה דף כ״ז ע״ב: ״התוקע לתוך הבור או לתוך הדות או לתוך הפיטס, אם קול שופר שמע - יצא, ואם קול הברה שמע - לא יצא. וכן מי שהיה עובר אחורי בית הכנסת, או שהיה ביתו סמוך לבית הכנסת, ושמע קול שופר או קול מגילה, אם כוון לבו - יצא, ואם לאו - לא יצא״. ודנו בזה האחרונים האם פסול קול הברה נאמר…Show more
Question: When doing pores mapah, can I stop eating and make kiddush before it's shkiah? Let's say by candle lighting time, so that the women don't need to wait to eat. Answer: Yes, you may make… Question: When doing pores mapah, can I stop eating and make kiddush before it's shkiah? Let's say by candle lighting time, so that the women don't need to wait to eat. Answer: Yes, you may make kiddush before it's shkiah provided you davened mincha before pelag. Nonetheless, for whatever reason, in 770, the custom was that they waited until nightfall with kiddush. P.S.: The procedure of pores mapah isn’t lchatchillah and is only done when no other choice exists. It’s not our minhag to do so on Purim. Sources: משהגיע בין השמשות הוא זמן קידוש (ורק בליל פסח…Show more
Men or women should not give Mishloach Manos to someone from the opposite gender. You may give them Mishloach Manos on behalf of an organization and instruct them to pass it on to another Jewish woman. (Or you can… Men or women should not give Mishloach Manos to someone from the opposite gender. You may give them Mishloach Manos on behalf of an organization and instruct them to pass it on to another Jewish woman. (Or you can just instruct them on how to do the Mitzva on their own.) Another option: A man can be a Shliach for a woman. She should first acquire the Mishloach Manos through making a Kinyan, and then she should appoint the man as her Shliach to deliver it to another woman. #13325Show more
As a general policy, AskTheRav cannot comment on Hechsherim. PS I noticed that the certifying Rabbi is also the one who started the company. It is generally accepted in the world of Kashrus that the Rav Hamachshir should not… As a general policy, AskTheRav cannot comment on Hechsherim. PS I noticed that the certifying Rabbi is also the one who started the company. It is generally accepted in the world of Kashrus that the Rav Hamachshir should not be a partner in the business as this puts his credibility in question. Additionally, I noticed that they sell the hindquarters. It’s a long standing standing custom among Ashkenazi Jews not to eat from the hindquarters. Even those who question the origin or authenticity of this custom (see below) agree that nikkur of the hindquarters requires very high exacting standards,…Show more
While it is a mitzvah to hold the Purim meal in a lavish manner, eating fish specifically isn’t one of the foods required. Nonetheless, this is the common custom and it’s brought in seforim. See possible explanations below. Sources: בכללות הענין - ראה בשו"ת מנחת יצחק ח"י סוסי׳ יט…
פשוט שמברכים, אבל יש בזה כמה וכמה תנאים, כמפורש בפוסקים. (ראה בשולחן ערוך אדמו״ר הזקן סימן קעה, לוח ברכת הנהנין פרק יא ובסדר ברכת הנהנין פרק יב. ואכ״מ בהשינויים שבהם). #4021b
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