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Question: Regarding not eating from the same dish while wife is Niddah, what are we supposed to do regarding a container with cookies (the cookies are placed directly into the mouth and it's not ordinary to first put it… Question: Regarding not eating from the same dish while wife is Niddah, what are we supposed to do regarding a container with cookies (the cookies are placed directly into the mouth and it's not ordinary to first put it in another plate). Is it a problem to both eat cookies from the jar or should we place it on the table first? Answer: One of you must place the cookies on their private plate or on the table before eating it. Sources: יו"ד קצ"ה ש"ך סק"ד וט"ז סק"ב. וראה בצל החכמה…Show more
Question: When eating something that has a few ingredients, mostly one Bracha and less of another, but if you count each ingredient separately the lesser one will have more, which Bracha is tafel to which? For example: Salad with… Question: When eating something that has a few ingredients, mostly one Bracha and less of another, but if you count each ingredient separately the lesser one will have more, which Bracha is tafel to which? For example: Salad with cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, and lots of avocados but if you include all of the other vegetables together they will be more, is the Bracha Hoadama or Haeitz? Answer: When eating a salad with different ingredients one makes a Bracha on the main ingredient and that includes other ingredients. In a case where both ingredients are equal we'll make the…Show more
Question: What does Torah say about grandparents offering parents a suggestion regarding Chinuch of their grandchild? What if parents say they are not interested in hearing any suggestions? Does Torah address the tone of voice parents use in response… Question: What does Torah say about grandparents offering parents a suggestion regarding Chinuch of their grandchild? What if parents say they are not interested in hearing any suggestions? Does Torah address the tone of voice parents use in response to their parents offering a suggestion? Answer: There is nothing wrong with grandparents offering a suggestion and one should not be disrespectful and openly deny even listing to a suggestion. If however they ask them to follow their suggestion, when it is not their business and doesn't affect their life, there is room to be lenient as not to…Show more
כן. נ.ב. יש להעיר שהרבה פוסקים מסתייגים מברכה זו בזמן הזה, כיון שקשה להגדיר מיהו חכם. מקורות: כן נראה שהרי גם סומא מברך (ראה סדר ברה"נ…
שאלה: ישנם ב' פרטים בשאלה: א. האתר נוסד ומנוהל ע"י אנשים שאינם דתיים - (זו שאלה שנוגעת לכלל האתר, על כל חלקיו). ב. באופן ספציפי בנוגע לחלק מהתרגומים שלהם (לאנגלית) שהם תורגמו ע"י הקונסרבטיבים (המשניות לדוגמא), האם יש לזה… שאלה: ישנם ב' פרטים בשאלה: א. האתר נוסד ומנוהל ע"י אנשים שאינם דתיים - (זו שאלה שנוגעת לכלל האתר, על כל חלקיו). ב. באופן ספציפי בנוגע לחלק מהתרגומים שלהם (לאנגלית) שהם תורגמו ע"י הקונסרבטיבים (המשניות לדוגמא), האם יש לזה דין של ס"ת שכתבו מין וכיו"ב, כי לכאורה התירגום הוא מדוייק בלי שום הוספות ופירושים. תשובה: ישנם כמה פרטים: א. ספר תורה שכתבו מין ישרף – חידושו של דין זה הוא שאפילו ס"ת ישרף, וכש"כ ספרים אחרים. מכל מקום רבים מפוסקי זמנינו סוברים שבזה"ז שהספרים נדפסים ולא נכתבים, אין לשרוף ספרים אלו מכיון שלא המין הדפיסם אלא המדפיס והמכונה.…Show more
כבוד מרא דאתרא דשכונת המלך הרה"ג וכו' הרב יוסף ישעי' ברוין שליט"א שלום וברכה! השאלה: ה'סדר' בישיבתינו בענין היי"ש להוועדויות הוא, שהתלמידים אוספים כספים בתחילת השנה, ובד"כ יש א' או ב' 'ממונים' (אינם מתמנים ע"י ההנהלה או התלמידים… כבוד מרא דאתרא דשכונת המלך הרה"ג וכו' הרב יוסף ישעי' ברוין שליט"א שלום וברכה! השאלה: ה'סדר' בישיבתינו בענין היי"ש להוועדויות הוא, שהתלמידים אוספים כספים בתחילת השנה, ובד"כ יש א' או ב' 'ממונים' (אינם מתמנים ע"י ההנהלה או התלמידים אלא רק מחליטים בעצמם לקחת האחריות על עצמם) ובד"כ הם שומרים היי"ש במגירה בישיבה שגם ההנהלה יש מפתח להמגירה. באם מישהו רוצה לקנות מהם כמה בקבוקים בד"כ הממונים הם המחליטים למי ומה ימכרו. כי הם הם הדואגים כשיגמר לקנות עוד וכו'. בד"כ אין ההנהלה נותן דיעה בנוגע לחלוקת היי"ש בפרטיות בתור בעלים על המשקה אלא רק קובע כללים בנוגע לאופן…Show more
Question: We just moved into a new apartment. On top of the oven there is like a chimney, which is pretty dirty from the previous user, (and it seems pretty complicated to completely clean it because there are small… Question: We just moved into a new apartment. On top of the oven there is like a chimney, which is pretty dirty from the previous user, (and it seems pretty complicated to completely clean it because there are small parts which are dirty) is that a problem? (Because of steam coming from pots and touching it and then maybe dripping back down) Answer: If it's close enough to the stove, that the steam reaching there would make it , then it would be an issue when it drips down from it during cooking and it should be cleaned…Show more
Answer: If there wasn't 60 times the size of the blade of the knife in the kugel, the oven should be Kashered. As for the kugel: if there wasn’t 60 time as above and the oven was used in… Answer: If there wasn't 60 times the size of the blade of the knife in the kugel, the oven should be Kashered. As for the kugel: if there wasn’t 60 time as above and the oven was used in the past 24 hours for Milchig or if there was milk gravy on walls (enough that the kugel isn’t 60 times against it) it should be discarded. Sources: בכללות הדין (האיסור אף כשהסכין אינו ב"י ומה נקרא…Show more
Question: I live in an all Jewish condo building and I realized that the utility room (in the garage/basement) never had a Mezuzah. I plan to put one up ASAP. My question is whether I should make a Bracha… Question: I live in an all Jewish condo building and I realized that the utility room (in the garage/basement) never had a Mezuzah. I plan to put one up ASAP. My question is whether I should make a Bracha when I do so? Answer: This would depend upon several factors: The common areas of the building are jointly owned by the owners of the condominiums (“homeowners association”). The garage is used as an entrance into the building (as I would assume). The utility room has an area of 75.5X75.5 inches. The utility room serves a (even minor) storage…Show more
Question: If I were to set aside Ma'aser to one organization which I was benefitting from, but now I am getting the support from a different organization, and its the same cause, can I switch the Ma'aser to go… Question: If I were to set aside Ma'aser to one organization which I was benefitting from, but now I am getting the support from a different organization, and its the same cause, can I switch the Ma'aser to go towards this new organization? Answer: There is a disagreement if one may change the recipient in such a case. The best would be to do Hatoras Nedarim. Sources: ראה אצלינו בתשובה ד׳תצ״ט בהמ״מ. והנה נדו״ד חמור יותר…Show more
A woman should not indulge herself with actions which arouse erotic thoughts. On the verse "do not stray after your heart and after your eyes..." - we derive that one cannot arouse erotic, promiscuous thoughts. Ultimately, non tznius conduct… A woman should not indulge herself with actions which arouse erotic thoughts. On the verse "do not stray after your heart and after your eyes..." - we derive that one cannot arouse erotic, promiscuous thoughts. Ultimately, non tznius conduct could bring about other negative behavior and possibly lead to Heaven forbid, outright promiscuity. Indeed this is included in Das Yehudis (laws of Jewish women) which prohibits pritzus (non-tznius conduct). Only during actual marital relations is there permission for the husband to touch the the vaginal area for the wife's pleasure. However, there are those who are stringent to…Show more
There is a particular appeal to round numbers, usually associated with birthdays and anniversaries, when a big deal is made of the celebrant and their milestone. There is not much support for this common practice within Torah literature of… There is a particular appeal to round numbers, usually associated with birthdays and anniversaries, when a big deal is made of the celebrant and their milestone. There is not much support for this common practice within Torah literature of yore. The Arugas Habosem writes that celebrating a landmark birthday may actually be chukas hagoyim (non-Jewish practice that is Biblically banned). Nonetheless, we do find that there were Gedolei Yisroel who have commemorated these milestones publically—such as a sixtieth or seventieth birthday (often marking it as a celebration of note with the recital of shehechiyanu). It has become increasingly…Show more
Answer: You may have music. The Aveilim R’”L should not pay attention to the music. Certainly, not to join any dancing. Yes, each one of the Aveilim should be doing some serving. Also, if there will be a full… Answer: You may have music. The Aveilim R’”L should not pay attention to the music. Certainly, not to join any dancing. Yes, each one of the Aveilim should be doing some serving. Also, if there will be a full meal, they should not eat the meal there (Hamotzi etc.). They may taste/eat a little, (or they can eat meal in another room). Sources: טושו"ע יו"ד סי' שצ"א סעי' ב' וג'. בהגהת הרמ"א…Show more
Answer: One is not allowed to go to his friends house in order to say good morning, however if one meets his friend in Shul etc. he is allowed to say good morning after reciting Birchos Hashachar. Even before… Answer: One is not allowed to go to his friends house in order to say good morning, however if one meets his friend in Shul etc. he is allowed to say good morning after reciting Birchos Hashachar. Even before reciting Brachos, it’s permitted if he makes any type of variation in his wishes, but one shouldn’t say Shalom. Sources: בשוע”ר סי’ פט ס”ג דאסור להקדים לפתח חברו ליתן…Show more
Question: The Rama writes (YD 153:1): “ואין מוסרים להם תינוק ללמדו ספר או ללמדו אומנות דמשכי ליה למינות”. Based on this - what is the heter to hire non-Jewish/non-frum teachers in our schools? Answer: This only applies… Question: The Rama writes (YD 153:1): “ואין מוסרים להם תינוק ללמדו ספר או ללמדו אומנות דמשכי ליה למינות”. Based on this - what is the heter to hire non-Jewish/non-frum teachers in our schools? Answer: This only applies to non-Jews or heretics but not to people who are not frum. Regardless, in a place where there are other supervisors or many children together it is not an issue. Nonetheless this set up is far from ideal and even when necessary should be carefully monitored. Sources: ד״ז מקורו בע״ז טו, א, והובא להלכה בשו״ע אה״ע…Show more
Question: I have a sweater that was designed with the words "וטהר לבנו לעבדך באמת" and "כל מי שאומר אמן". Are these enough words to require Genizah? Also would entire sweater require Genizah or could it be cut out?… Question: I have a sweater that was designed with the words "וטהר לבנו לעבדך באמת" and "כל מי שאומר אמן". Are these enough words to require Genizah? Also would entire sweater require Genizah or could it be cut out? Answer: 1. In general, וטהר לבנו לעבדך באמת does not require Genizah unless if it was written with the intention of a Tefilla to Hashem. There are those that are stringent regardless. The entire sweater doesn't need to go in Genizah and you may cut the words out. 2. The words כל מי שאומר אמן doesn't require Genizah. Sources: א. גנזי הקודש ע' קכח ובהערה לא. וראה שם…Show more
Question: I cooked pareve in a Fleishig pot, and mid way through the cooking, I realized I was using a Milchig pot cover, so I switched it for the correct Fleishig one. Must I Kasher the pot/cover, and can… Question: I cooked pareve in a Fleishig pot, and mid way through the cooking, I realized I was using a Milchig pot cover, so I switched it for the correct Fleishig one. Must I Kasher the pot/cover, and can I eat the food? Answer: If either the pot or (Milchig) cover wasn't used for Fleishig/Milchig for 24 hours, the one that was used within 24 hours is fine and food should be considered as it, the other should be Kashered. If both were used within 24 hours, then they should be Kashered and food discarded. If they both…Show more
Question: I'm adopted since young age, and now I'm a teenager. At this point it's just "my parents" and me home and very often it'll be me and my (non-biological) dad home alone, especially at evening and night (not… Question: I'm adopted since young age, and now I'm a teenager. At this point it's just "my parents" and me home and very often it'll be me and my (non-biological) dad home alone, especially at evening and night (not overnight but till like 11:30pm). Our home is on a block that is rarely used by people that would qualify as a shomer (at the timings that we would need). My question is would there be anyway to maybe consider an adoptive parent okay or avoid Yichud in general since it isn't a one time scenario but rather daily? If…Show more
After confirming by a Doctor -you are close to- that it is safe, you may do it if its to prevent aggravation or pain, whether physical or emotional, but simply for convenience it should be avoided. See here: Halacha2go.com… After confirming by a Doctor -you are close to- that it is safe, you may do it if its to prevent aggravation or pain, whether physical or emotional, but simply for convenience it should be avoided. See here: Halacha2go.com #654: Cosmetic Surgery in Halachah See here as well: Chabad.org/Is Cosmetic Surgery Permissible According to Jewish Law? Numerous times the Rebbe would advise against surgery in general, unless absolutely necessary, see here. Sources: ראה אג"מ ח"מ ב סו,חלקת יעקב ג, לא, יביע…Show more
On the archway (not on the pillars). On the right side coming from the street, Within the first Tefach from the outside. It should be placed on the bottom of the top third measuring the wall before it turns… On the archway (not on the pillars). On the right side coming from the street, Within the first Tefach from the outside. It should be placed on the bottom of the top third measuring the wall before it turns in. Sources: שו"ע רפה, ב. והעמודים ה"ה לנוי - ראה שו"ע…Show more
There are two different customs on this matter: Some touch or kiss the Tefillin when reciting the words שנשמור חוקיך. Others do so when reciting the words למען לא ניגע לריק. There is no formal Chabad custom about this.… There are two different customs on this matter: Some touch or kiss the Tefillin when reciting the words שנשמור חוקיך. Others do so when reciting the words למען לא ניגע לריק. There is no formal Chabad custom about this. There are conflicting reports about the Rebbe's custom. Sources: שנשמור חוקיך - שייך לחליצת התפילין, ראה תוס׳ סוכה…Show more
Yes. Indeed, this is the common custom. However, some are particular to use an item which is wide three by three etzbaos. #2645a
Being that the Gartel is worn specifically during Davening, it is not proper to enter with it into the bathroom. If necessary, if it is covered it is OK. If the bag is see-through then that would not be… Being that the Gartel is worn specifically during Davening, it is not proper to enter with it into the bathroom. If necessary, if it is covered it is OK. If the bag is see-through then that would not be considered covered. If it is in your pocket and covered there is room to be lenient as well. Sources: ראה שו”ע אדה״ז כא סעי׳ ג: "...טליתות של מצוה…Show more
Drawing a picture is included in the Melacha of writing. Writing or drawing on the condensation on the window is also forbidden on Shabbos. Sources: לענין ציורים - ירושלמי שבת פרק ז הלכה ב.…
Question: I've always heard that one doesn't do Nefilas Apayim when there's no Sefer Torah in a room. But recently I've heard that one does so if there are Seforim in the room. Practically, what should one do? … Question: I've always heard that one doesn't do Nefilas Apayim when there's no Sefer Torah in a room. But recently I've heard that one does so if there are Seforim in the room. Practically, what should one do? Answer: In this case, one may. P. S. Rumor has it that the Rebbe did once when he stopped to daven Mincha on the way back from the Ohel. Sources: נחלקו הדעות - שכנה״ג קלא בהגב״י ו. והב״ד בכמה…Show more
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