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Question: Is it halachically permissible for a man to co-found a company with a woman? Currently, the company is a startup that is expanding. Also is it permissible to work for that startup if it is only 1-2 people… Question: Is it halachically permissible for a man to co-found a company with a woman? Currently, the company is a startup that is expanding. Also is it permissible to work for that startup if it is only 1-2 people and would involve close interactions discussing business strategy and analysis etc? Most work would be done by computer but there would be business meetings etc. Answer: Permissible. However, one must ensure not to violate the rules governing the interaction between men and women. This includes ensuring there is no Yichud, physical contact, flirtatious talk or behavior, excessive unnecessary conversation,…Show more
Because it is more explained, it is from a later generation and the Halacha is like it. #4082
If both were cold, the knife does not need to be Kashered - just washed (NOT in hot water). #4297
A nursing mother with a young baby may wake up multiple times during the night to feed her baby. Must she wash Negel Vasser (the alternating right/left-hand ritual washing upon waking) each time she awakens? To require washing, sleep… A nursing mother with a young baby may wake up multiple times during the night to feed her baby. Must she wash Negel Vasser (the alternating right/left-hand ritual washing upon waking) each time she awakens? To require washing, sleep must exceed the timeframe of Shishim Neshimos (lit., sixty breaths, according to mainstream opinion, a half hour; see Article #623 for all the parameters). In addition, the following two halachos might come into play with a nighttime nursing mother (or bottle-feeding, with prepared bottles): Upon waking, a person may not walk four Amos (arm lengths, i.e., a distance of approximately…Show more
מותר לגעת בבקבוק מים. [להעיר אשר בכלל, אפשר למלא נטלה כבר בתחילת הלילה]. מקורות: בגמרא שבת קט, רע״א: יד לגיגית תיקצץ. ולב״י היינו משום…
According to some opinions, in the second marriage, the spouse is now not the other half of the original soul but rather the other half of the substitute soul. When married a second time after divorce the association with… According to some opinions, in the second marriage, the spouse is now not the other half of the original soul but rather the other half of the substitute soul. When married a second time after divorce the association with the original husband’s soul no longer exists. After death, the connection with the soul of the original spouse departs after twelve months. טעמים ומקורות: ראה זח״א צא,ב. שו״ת חת״ס ז,לד. אג״ק ב ע׳ קצג. רוחא שביק בעלה בגרושה - ראה שו״ת מהרש״ם ג, שלג. שלחן העזר י, ג, יא. באלמנה - זח״ב קב, ב. שעה״פ להאריז״ל תצא ד״ה וירקה.…Show more
לא. ספרדים מקילים. מקור: שו״ע יו״ד צה, א-ב. #4324
Question: When one had a baby boy and did not say הטוב והמטיב immediately, what is the time limit to making this Bracha? (Same question with regard to שהחיינו for a baby girl). Answer: So long the Simcha… Question: When one had a baby boy and did not say הטוב והמטיב immediately, what is the time limit to making this Bracha? (Same question with regard to שהחיינו for a baby girl). Answer: So long the Simcha is still fresh and strong. טעמים ומקורות: כמה שיטות בדבר, ראה בהנסמן לקמן. וההכרעה כבפנים. משנ״ב רכג, ג בשם הפמ״ג. והוא ע״פ פמ״ג בא״א שם ב. כה״ח ה. ברכת הבית כג, כח. וראה משנ״ב שם טו. וכבר מצינו בברכת אברהם טריווש בזמן הב״י ח״ד ע׳ רטו שיכול לברך גם אחרי תוכ״ד אע״פ שעבר ענינם מזמן הרבה. ואולי עיקר דבריו…Show more
You are allowed to touch the alarm clock before Negel Vasser. מקורות: ראה בארוכה בשאלה 4103 בנוגע לנגיעה בכלים לפני נט״י.…
According to Halacha, the Biblical obligation to affix a mezuzah applies only to someone who both owns and resides in the property. A landlord who does not live on the premises is not obligated at all, while a renter… According to Halacha, the Biblical obligation to affix a mezuzah applies only to someone who both owns and resides in the property. A landlord who does not live on the premises is not obligated at all, while a renter is obligated on a Rabbinic level - immediately upon moving in when in Eretz Yisroel, and after thirty days in Chutz La’aretz (outside of Eretz Yisroel). Nevertheless, many renters in Chutz La’aretz have the custom of putting up mezuzos right upon moving in; however, since they are not yet obligated in the mitzvah, they do so without a brachah. In…Show more
According to the Rambam a Mezuzah is needed only on a doorway that has a door. The majority of Poskim disagree and rule that a doorway with no door also requires a Mezuzah; the Halachah is in accordance with… According to the Rambam a Mezuzah is needed only on a doorway that has a door. The majority of Poskim disagree and rule that a doorway with no door also requires a Mezuzah; the Halachah is in accordance with the widely held opinion. However, in order to also abide by the opinion of the Rambam, when affixing a Mezuzah to a doorway that has no door, we affix one to a doorway with a door at the same time, and when making the Brachah on the one with the door, we have in mind the doorless one as well.…Show more
When renting a house or apartment in Chutz La׳aretz (outside of Eretz Yisroel), one is not obligated in the Mitzvah of Mezuzah until 30 days have passed. However, it has become the custom to affix Mezuzos right away for… When renting a house or apartment in Chutz La׳aretz (outside of Eretz Yisroel), one is not obligated in the Mitzvah of Mezuzah until 30 days have passed. However, it has become the custom to affix Mezuzos right away for any of the following reasons: Even if one isn׳t obligated yet to affix Mezuzos, he fulfills a Mitzvah when he affixes them; According to some opinions, if it׳s a long-term rental there is an obligation to affix Mezuzos right away; So that the mezuzah should protect the inhabitants from potential harm; Or because it׳s a spiritual matter not to live…Show more
This is primarily a medical question. When the Rebbe spoke about little children coming to Shul to hear Aseres Hadibros he added: “if health allows”. Ask the doctor and follow his or her guidelines. #4334
If the dairy (lactose) is in the actual capsule itself, you can remove the capsule and take the powder or pill on its own. Alternatively, you can get a kosher capsule to put the powder inside. Of course, you… If the dairy (lactose) is in the actual capsule itself, you can remove the capsule and take the powder or pill on its own. Alternatively, you can get a kosher capsule to put the powder inside. Of course, you should ascertain that it is safe to do so. Strictly speaking, one may, however, swallow such capsules, where there is a medical need. If the medicine is bitter, one may eat it together with meat. If however, it is not bitter one should not eat or swallow it together with meat. There is room to be lenient and eat the…Show more
One can donate used goods and consider them as part of הפרשת מעשר - separating Maaser. Of course, the value is based on their current used cost and not their original price. #4023
שאלה: האם למנהג חב"ד אכן נמנעים מלהשתמש בשעון שבת? לדוגמא בשביל מזגן או פלטה שלוקחים הרבה חשמל וכו'. במילים אחרות, האם יש מקום למנוע לעשות זאת? מענה: מעיקר הדין - מזגן מותר. בפלטה - מותר להשתמש בשעון שבת רק…שאלה: האם למנהג חב"ד אכן נמנעים מלהשתמש בשעון שבת? לדוגמא בשביל מזגן או פלטה שלוקחים הרבה חשמל וכו'. במילים אחרות, האם יש מקום למנוע לעשות זאת? מענה: מעיקר הדין - מזגן מותר. בפלטה - מותר להשתמש בשעון שבת רק להפסיק פעולתו אבל לא אם השעון שבת מפעיל את הפלטה בשבת, וכל שכן שאסור להניח אוכל לח עליו לבשל בשבת. כמובן, יש מקום להחמיר ולא להשתמש כלל בשעון שבת. ויש יחידים, כולל גם מחסידי חב'"ד, שנהגו בכך. מקורות: פלטה - דנו בזה מצד אוושא מילתא וזילותא דשבתא,…Show more
הענין אינו קשור למנהג חב״ד בצורה ספציפית. אכן, אדמו״ר הזקן פוסק שאין למחות בנשים שלנו היוצאות בכל מיני תכשיטים. וכל זה לענין להזהיר למחות בנשים. אבל כל אדם יש לו להחמיר על עצמו. מקורות: ראה שו״ע אדה״ז שג, כג. משנ"ב שם סד, ובבה"ל ד"ה…
Dental floss may be used even if flavored. Preferable to use unflavored. Sources: שאינו בדרך הנאה. ורגילים להדיח הפה. וראה ס׳ הכשרות…
Strictly speaking, there is no difference between men and women. Nonetheless, the custom has developed that women are lenient in this matter. The suggested explanation for the leniency among women is because nowadays washing Mayim Acharonim is considered as… Strictly speaking, there is no difference between men and women. Nonetheless, the custom has developed that women are lenient in this matter. The suggested explanation for the leniency among women is because nowadays washing Mayim Acharonim is considered as a Chumra and women haven’t taken it upon their self. More specifically, there are generally three reasons for washing Mayim Acharonim: A concern for a particular type of salt which when touches the eye can cause blindness. Because the hands are dirty from food and one may not Bentch reciting Hashem's name with dirty hands. According to Kabalah, the purpose…Show more
Meaning if I see lightning can I make a Bracha? Or do I need to hear thunder and make two Brachos together? Answer: One can make a bracha on lightning or thunder if they only see or hear… Meaning if I see lightning can I make a Bracha? Or do I need to hear thunder and make two Brachos together? Answer: One can make a bracha on lightning or thunder if they only see or hear one. Source: סדר ברכת הנהנין יג, טו. #4287Show more
Yes. Sources: ראה שלטי הגבורים בעירובין דף ל"ה ע"ב מדפי הרי"ף…
If you see the moon on the plane, you should do Kiddush Levana, and not risk the chance of missing Kiddush Levana altogether. Explanation: The Minhag is that Kiddush Levana is not performed under a roof (OC 426:4).… If you see the moon on the plane, you should do Kiddush Levana, and not risk the chance of missing Kiddush Levana altogether. Explanation: The Minhag is that Kiddush Levana is not performed under a roof (OC 426:4). There are two reasons for this Minhag: According to the Bach (OC 426), it is disrespectful when one does not make the effort to leave one’s home and go out to greet the king; how much more so when greeting the Shechinah. [It might be argued that this reason does not apply when in an airplane, where it is impossible…Show more
See here: Filters rated 50 microns should be fine, but best to get commercial filters that are 10-15 microns. See here: https://checkvegetables.com/new-york-city-water/ #4266
In this case, as long as they didn't give it in the name of their Avodah Zara, there is no issue. The money should be used to pay for Mivtzoim (like all Tzedakah collected on Mivtzoim). מקורות וטעמים:… In this case, as long as they didn't give it in the name of their Avodah Zara, there is no issue. The money should be used to pay for Mivtzoim (like all Tzedakah collected on Mivtzoim). מקורות וטעמים: ביו"ד רנד, א-ב כתוב לאיסור לקבל צדקה מעכו"ם, והטעם הוא משום חילול השם או משום זכות וכפרה לעכו"ם. ובנדו"ד דדמי לנדבה לביה"כ ליכא חששא כמ"ש הרמ"א ס"ב שם, כיון שנדבות לאו לכפרה באו (עיין ש"ך ס"ק ד). #4262 Show more
If there are two Miyonim they may split up and make two separate Sheva Brochos. Sources: שו"ע ורמ״א אה"ע סב, ג. פתחי תשובה ס"ק ו.…
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