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I was asked on Mivtzoim if it’s OK to smoke marijuana on Pesach or there’s a problem with it? Answer: For ingesting marijuana: If it’s medical marijuana that a Dr. prescribed for an ill individual, and it’s a… I was asked on Mivtzoim if it’s OK to smoke marijuana on Pesach or there’s a problem with it? Answer: For ingesting marijuana: If it’s medical marijuana that a Dr. prescribed for an ill individual, and it’s a pill then it would be allowed. However if not, it poses a halachic problem. Besides for the issue of kitniyos, it would need to have a Hechsher like any vitamin, as it’s made with a variety of ingredients which need to be verified that they are kosher in general, and for pesach specifically, For smoking or injecting marijuana: Hard…Show more
Kashering Made Simple - English click to download A simple self explanatory chart which will make kashering all your kitchen utensils much easier. By Rabbi Braun הכשרת כלים לפסח מה ואיך? מאת המרא-דאתרא וחבר הבד״צ הרב יוסף ישעי׳… Kashering Made Simple - English click to download A simple self explanatory chart which will make kashering all your kitchen utensils much easier. By Rabbi Braun הכשרת כלים לפסח מה ואיך? מאת המרא-דאתרא וחבר הבד״צ הרב יוסף ישעי׳ ברוין שליט״א Show more
If you are using the freezer on Pesach then you should not store Chometz, even if it’s labeled. Give them to someone else to hold for you but don’t forget to include this address in your mechira. However, many… If you are using the freezer on Pesach then you should not store Chometz, even if it’s labeled. Give them to someone else to hold for you but don’t forget to include this address in your mechira. However, many items aren’t really Chometz, they are just not officially kosher for Pesach. They may be kept there as long as they are marked and sealed off somehow. Also, it should be noted that there are a lot of foodstuffs that remain fresh and keep very well outside of the freezer, certainly if it’s only for one week. #7465Show more
Question: I am very confused about this. All the years I’ve heard that most poskim maintain that quinoa is considered kitniyos. Now I am hearing that there is new information on the topic and that is been agreed… Question: I am very confused about this. All the years I’ve heard that most poskim maintain that quinoa is considered kitniyos. Now I am hearing that there is new information on the topic and that is been agreed that it is not kitniyos. May I use it on Pesach or not? Answer: The common consensus of most poskim on this topic is that it is considered kitniyos for all practical purposes. The few kashrus agencies that are authorizing it are pushing this product on the market—and even they maintain that it needs a reliable proper hechsher…Show more
As it’s unpopular to eat this way, the Brocho is Shehakol. If it’s chocolate covered, it’s questionable which is the primary ingredient. Therefore, make Haeitz on a fruit and shehakol on the chocolate. #7410
Usually it can be wrapped gently over the IV, and slipped under the name tag. If not possible it can be wrapped over the name tag. If not at all possible: If you can tighten the tefillin on the… Usually it can be wrapped gently over the IV, and slipped under the name tag. If not possible it can be wrapped over the name tag. If not at all possible: If you can tighten the tefillin on the bicep, that is enough. Better to also make a "shin". Better to also bring the strap down to the finger and wind around it. You can skip the 7 circles throughout the arm. Refuah Shleima u'Krova #7421Show more
I understand that the first one is דאורייתא, so it's probably more. But what about the last 3? Answer: The following are the minimal amounts for the Seder: • The cup must hold a Revi'is of wine (or… I understand that the first one is דאורייתא, so it's probably more. But what about the last 3? Answer: The following are the minimal amounts for the Seder: • The cup must hold a Revi'is of wine (or diluted wine or grape juice, if necessary). The size of a Revi'is according to R. Chaim Naeh is 86 milliliters, which is approximately 3 US fl oz. Generally speaking, for a Kos Shel Brocho, it is recommended to opt for a slightly larger cup - 100ml (3.4oz) or more - to account for other opinions, as well as for the…Show more
No, he does not need to make it up. ש"ך יו"ד שמ, מ. #7358
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לא. אבל מוכרח שיידעו פירוש פסוק ראשון בקריאת שמע ופירוש ברכה ראשונה של שמונה עשרה. (ונכון, שיידעו גם פירוש עיקר הברכות בברכת המזון - ברוך ה׳ ומלכות וענין הברכה שמברך עליו, ובברכה ראשונה - פתיחת וחתימת הברכה. וכדאי גם… לא. אבל מוכרח שיידעו פירוש פסוק ראשון בקריאת שמע ופירוש ברכה ראשונה של שמונה עשרה. (ונכון, שיידעו גם פירוש עיקר הברכות בברכת המזון - ברוך ה׳ ומלכות וענין הברכה שמברך עליו, ובברכה ראשונה - פתיחת וחתימת הברכה. וכדאי גם בשאר ברכות לדעת פירוש עיקר הברכה, ובברכות ארוכות הפותחות וחותמות בברוך - פתיחת וחתימת הברכה). מקורות: ראה בפרטיות שו״ע אדה״ז קפה, א-ב. שם סוסי׳ קא.…Show more
Yes. However, it would be appropriate to inform them that you don’t want to cash this check as it might have been written on Shabbos and you would prefer a new check written during the week. בשוע"ר סי'… Yes. However, it would be appropriate to inform them that you don’t want to cash this check as it might have been written on Shabbos and you would prefer a new check written during the week. בשוע"ר סי' שיח בתחלתו: מלאכת שבת (אפי') במזיד אסור לו לעולם אבל לאחרים מותר אף התבשיל (דהיינו הנאה מהמלאכה עצמה). ולהעיר מהמשנ"ב שם ס"ק ד שאפילו לעצמו "מותר להנות מדמי' של המלאכה". וראה כף החיים שם ס"ק ח. ובנדו״ד, המתנה ענין בפ״ע מנסיעתה בשבת. ובכלל, צ״ע בגוף האיסור בנסיעה כזו, זולת טלטול המעות. ועוד, שי״א לחוש שע״י המשא גורם להבערה יתירה. ואכ״מ…Show more
One may take a cold shower on shabbos for the purpose of 9 Kabin or Tosefes Tahara. One must ensure that he is not violating the issur of sechita (squeezing) when drying his hair. One must also ensure that… One may take a cold shower on shabbos for the purpose of 9 Kabin or Tosefes Tahara. One must ensure that he is not violating the issur of sechita (squeezing) when drying his hair. One must also ensure that when turning on the cold shower no water enters the heating system. Note that according to some, 9 Kabin does not achieve Tosefes Tahara. Another option (for Tosefes Tahara only) would be to learn a perek of Mishnayos in Maseches Mikvaos. ולהעיר משו״ת אגרות משה או״ח ד, עה: "מה שהשבתי בסימן דלעיל, שלא מצינו בספרי רבותינו מנהג לאסור להתקלח…Show more
Since the food placed there is not , it should be cleaned very thoroughly (not just the tray), and the tray should be covered with contact paper. Ideally, pour first boiling water over it. #7376
There is no need for a Minyan. You should learn (even beforehand) and finish on Erev Pesach one of the following (in order of preference): Masechta of Gemara (Maseches Tomid is short) Masechta of Mishnayus (preferably with a Pirush… There is no need for a Minyan. You should learn (even beforehand) and finish on Erev Pesach one of the following (in order of preference): Masechta of Gemara (Maseches Tomid is short) Masechta of Mishnayus (preferably with a Pirush such as Bartenura etc.). If that is not possible you may rely on hearing a live Siyum via telephone etc. #7365Show more
Question: My child goes to playgroup and we pay at the beginning of every month. Due to the coronavirus, my child is at home and not going to the playgroup. The teacher from our playgroup still wants us to… Question: My child goes to playgroup and we pay at the beginning of every month. Due to the coronavirus, my child is at home and not going to the playgroup. The teacher from our playgroup still wants us to pay even though our child isn't even going. Do I have any obligation to pay? Answer: (Firstly, this response is only on a general level and various technicalities can change the result of the answer. For example one needs to see what was written on the contract of the school. One needs to see if there was a "force…Show more
The tea should be discarded and the cup is treif. Being that it is a glass cup (it should not be kashered, rather) it should be thrown out. דין לימוני"ש - ראה שו"ע יו"ד צו, ד… The tea should be discarded and the cup is treif. Being that it is a glass cup (it should not be kashered, rather) it should be thrown out. דין לימוני"ש - ראה שו"ע יו"ד צו, ד וש"ך שם סק"כ. דין דב"ח בכלי שני - ראה ש"ך יו"ד סט, סקל"ח. שפ"ד שם. דין זכוכית - ראה כאן. #7307Show more
If it’s not glass or ceramic it can be kashered. Clean and do not use for 24 hours, leave on highest setting for half an hour, then cover with foil before use. #3608
יש לבדוק כל דגם לגופו אם הוא באמת פירוליטי ואם החום ברמה כזו על פני כל התנור. אם כן, מותר לכתחילה להשתמש בו בפסח (אף שיש מאנ״ש הנמנעים ומחמירים על עצמם). עדיף להשתמש בתבניות חדשות או חד פעמיות אבל… יש לבדוק כל דגם לגופו אם הוא באמת פירוליטי ואם החום ברמה כזו על פני כל התנור. אם כן, מותר לכתחילה להשתמש בו בפסח (אף שיש מאנ״ש הנמנעים ומחמירים על עצמם). עדיף להשתמש בתבניות חדשות או חד פעמיות אבל אין הכרח. ובפרט אם מכסה את התבנית. יש לכסות את הדלת כיון שהחום לא מגיע שם באותה רמה. #7326Show more
If there are human remains, it’s a problem for boys of all ages. It is possible that effort has been made at the museum that it should be sealed off in a halachically acceptable manner. This requires research with… If there are human remains, it’s a problem for boys of all ages. It is possible that effort has been made at the museum that it should be sealed off in a halachically acceptable manner. This requires research with the museum and rabbonim involved. Update (Shevat 5784): Brooklyn Children's Museum Now Kosher for Kohanim Rabbinical Team Inspect the Grounds Where Human Remains are Kept See here: https://bit.ly/BCMTourPics https://asktherav.com/hebrew-brooklyn-childrens-museum-for-kohanim/ #1020Show more
https://asktherav.com/may-should-one-go-to-mikveh-if-they-are-in-quarantine/ Important Notice About Women's Mikvah - Timely Messages from Rabbi Braun Episode #25 - The following are the guidelines for going to the mikvah in our community during the current situation, based on what… https://asktherav.com/may-should-one-go-to-mikveh-if-they-are-in-quarantine/ Important Notice About Women's Mikvah - Timely Messages from Rabbi Braun Episode #25 - The following are the guidelines for going to the mikvah in our community during the current situation, based on what our doctors are saying. Currently in our community, the following are considered symptoms of COVID: Fever Cough Shortness of breath Sore threat Muscle aches Loss of smell/taste If you have any of these symptoms, you cannot go to Mikvah. (For loss of smell alone, see below.) If you are recovering from these symptoms, the current guidelines are: that you…Show more
The basic laws of Birchas Hailanos (the blessing over blossoming fruit trees) are summarized below: Someone* who goes outdoors during the month of Nissan (this law is applicable only during the month of Nissan) and observes trees in bloom… The basic laws of Birchas Hailanos (the blessing over blossoming fruit trees) are summarized below: Someone* who goes outdoors during the month of Nissan (this law is applicable only during the month of Nissan) and observes trees in bloom should recite the blessing: בָרּוְך אַתָה ה' אֱֹלקינּו מֶלְֶך הָעֹולָם שֶֹלא חִסַר בְעֹולָמֹו כְלּום ובָָרא בֹו בְִריֹות טֹובֹות וְאִילָנֹות טֹובֹות לֵיהָנֹות בָהֶם בְנֵי אָדָם. “Blessed are You, L-rd our G-d, King of the universe, who has made nothing lacking in His world, and created in it goodly creatures and goodly trees to give mankind pleasure.” This blessing is…Show more
שאלה: מישהו הביא לי מעבר לים יין לא מבושל עבור פסח. ביקשתי שיחתימו את זה עם דבק וכו', אך שכחו. זה בקבוקי מים מפלסטיק שמלא עם יין, ככה שאין אפילו חותם אחד של הפקק. זה סגור בתוך שקית ניילון… שאלה: מישהו הביא לי מעבר לים יין לא מבושל עבור פסח. ביקשתי שיחתימו את זה עם דבק וכו', אך שכחו. זה בקבוקי מים מפלסטיק שמלא עם יין, ככה שאין אפילו חותם אחד של הפקק. זה סגור בתוך שקית ניילון שחור שקשור מאוד חזק. נשלח במזוודה מתחת למטוס. מה הדין? מענה: בדיעבד יש להתיר. מקורות: לדידן, בדיעבד מותר בחותם אחד. ראה רמ״א יו״ד קל,…Show more
A woman is qualified to attach tzitzis to a garment. Some authorities, however, disagree and hold they are not qualified to attach tzitzis to a garment, because they are not obligated to observe the mitzvah of tzitzis. The law… A woman is qualified to attach tzitzis to a garment. Some authorities, however, disagree and hold they are not qualified to attach tzitzis to a garment, because they are not obligated to observe the mitzvah of tzitzis. The law follows the first opinion. Nevertheless, it is initially preferable to make a point of observing [the stringency of] the latter opinion. שוע"ר סי' יד סעי' ב. #7231Show more
No. Serving a Jew non-kosher is prohibited, because of: לפני עור, מסייע, חיוב תוכחה, מחאה, כל ישראל ערבים זה לזה. It is prohibited to eat, cook or benefit from a mixture of milk and meat. Thus it would be… No. Serving a Jew non-kosher is prohibited, because of: לפני עור, מסייע, חיוב תוכחה, מחאה, כל ישראל ערבים זה לזה. It is prohibited to eat, cook or benefit from a mixture of milk and meat. Thus it would be prohibited to deliver, even to a non-Jew, any food which contains such a mixture. There is the aspect of Mar’is Ayin entering into non-kosher restaurants. Sources: יו״ד סימן פז. אלא שמצד לפנ״ע בד״כ הוא חד…Show more
I will try to give you a basic overview of the details you need to know: Note: This information is only for kashreing from year round use to Pesach use. Other laws apply for year round kashering from… I will try to give you a basic overview of the details you need to know: Note: This information is only for kashreing from year round use to Pesach use. Other laws apply for year round kashering from non-kosher (such as meat and milk mixtures) to kosher. see here. Materials: Enameled pots and glass pots (e.g. Pyrex) cannot be Kashered. The custom is bot to kasher Plastic and other synthetic materials for Pesach. Utensils which cannot be thoroughly cleaned such as those having crevices in which food may accumulate may not be Kashered, as is the case…Show more
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