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Organizing the laundry was on Shabbos is not only an issue of borer, but also an issue of ממצוא חפצך, doing something on Shabbos to prepare for a Melacha taking place after Shabbos. The issue of borer can be… Organizing the laundry was on Shabbos is not only an issue of borer, but also an issue of ממצוא חפצך, doing something on Shabbos to prepare for a Melacha taking place after Shabbos. The issue of borer can be circumvented if you throw the pile of clothing in such a way that there will no longer be a mixture of clothing, rather distinct garments spread out across the room. The issue of ממצוא חפצך can only be avoided if such behavior does not appear to onlookers that it is in preparation for a Melacha after Shabbos, or if the…Show more
There are three main Shittos in the Poskim when the latest time for Kiddush Levana is: 1. Maharil – Until the exact halfway point between each Moilad. In other words, since there is 29 days, 12 full hours and… There are three main Shittos in the Poskim when the latest time for Kiddush Levana is: 1. Maharil – Until the exact halfway point between each Moilad. In other words, since there is 29 days, 12 full hours and 793/1080 of an hour (around 44 minutes) between each Moilad, the end time for Kiddush Levana will be 14 days, 18 hours and 396/1080 of an hour (around 22 minutes) after the previous Moilad. The common accepted practice is to calculate the Moilad times according to the clock in Eretz Yisroel. In the first instance, one should strive to follow…Show more
Can I move it out on Shabbos (it may be affecting the tracking as I move it)? Answer: Your coat is not Muktzeh, and the key-chain may be removed from the coat if necessary as long as the… Can I move it out on Shabbos (it may be affecting the tracking as I move it)? Answer: Your coat is not Muktzeh, and the key-chain may be removed from the coat if necessary as long as the tile key finder is not directly touched. Explanation: The tile key finder is designed for a purpose forbidden on Shabbos, which is to ring when activated, and it is thus regarded as Muktzeh. Nevertheless, you mentioned that the tile key finder is attached to house keys. House keys are, of course, permissible on Shabbos. For a number of…Show more
Although the soup is considered Fleishig, you may have Milchig afterwards. See here. #2897
עד המקום שאם ימשוך את האוזן יגיע אליו - נחשב חלק מהפאה, ואסור לספר שם במספר אפס, אלא בשיעור לכוף ראשו לעיקרו, והיינו - שמשאיר אורך שערה של לערך 6 מילימטר. ויש המחמירים שלא לספר את השערות במקום בזה… עד המקום שאם ימשוך את האוזן יגיע אליו - נחשב חלק מהפאה, ואסור לספר שם במספר אפס, אלא בשיעור לכוף ראשו לעיקרו, והיינו - שמשאיר אורך שערה של לערך 6 מילימטר. ויש המחמירים שלא לספר את השערות במקום בזה בכלל, וכן יוצא מהצמח צדק. וראה מראה מקומות ועוד פרטים כאן. #2881Show more
A utensil does not require Tevilah when it does not come into direct contact with food when it is being prepared, served or eaten. Therefore, the oven racks should be Toiveled, as food is sometimes placed directly on it.… A utensil does not require Tevilah when it does not come into direct contact with food when it is being prepared, served or eaten. Therefore, the oven racks should be Toiveled, as food is sometimes placed directly on it. Similarly, the other components that come into direct contact food should be Toiveled. However, the oven itself need not be immersed. (Yoreh De ’ah 120). See here and in the references: https://asktherav.com/article-523-do-i-have-to-tovel-my-refrigerator-shelves-and-oven-racks/ For general information about Tevilas Keilim, see here and here. #2901Show more
Question: May one use Astroglide water-based liquid (personal lubricant) on Shabbos - not only to pour it on but also to smear it around? It is not a gel, but a liquid whose consistency is basically like that of… Question: May one use Astroglide water-based liquid (personal lubricant) on Shabbos - not only to pour it on but also to smear it around? It is not a gel, but a liquid whose consistency is basically like that of olive oil. Answer: Yes. ראה שו"ע או"ח סימן שכז שמותר לסוך בשמן. #6897Show more
Question: The Mikva Bor in yeshiva over 4 years ago had rainwater. The regular Bor is higher than the Otzar and it overflows very often so over the 4 years all the rainwater is gone. Can we still Toivel… Question: The Mikva Bor in yeshiva over 4 years ago had rainwater. The regular Bor is higher than the Otzar and it overflows very often so over the 4 years all the rainwater is gone. Can we still Toivel Keilim in the Otzar? Answer: First, in clarification of your question – In Mikvah construction, Otzar more correctly refers to a backup reservoir of rainwater which issued to replenish the main rainwater Bor without having to wait for rain. However, some people use the term Otzar to refer to the main rainwater Bor. I am assuming from your question…Show more
And if it is not permissible, are there any leniencies to still use it for baby formula? Answer: One may not ask a non-Jew to heat up water on Shabbos. However, if you have no hot water for… And if it is not permissible, are there any leniencies to still use it for baby formula? Answer: One may not ask a non-Jew to heat up water on Shabbos. However, if you have no hot water for the baby bottle or if needed for baby food, you are allowed to ask a non-Jew to heat up water, as much as is needed. The water may only be used for the baby; nobody else may use the hot water. ראה כאן: https://asktherav.com/2768-b-can-a-two-year-old-be-directed-to-turn-off-the-led-light-in-the-childrens-bedroom/ #2853 (2)Show more
Question: If the light is on in a child's room and its a LED light, and it late (so it would be a challenge to find a goy), can a two year old be directed to turn the light… Question: If the light is on in a child's room and its a LED light, and it late (so it would be a challenge to find a goy), can a two year old be directed to turn the light off? [The AR says (chapter 334) that to extinguish even under Chinuch one should be Moche, but perhaps in a child's room one can direct a child to the light.] Answer: Where no other choice exists and it’s needed for the welfare of the child, for example, so that he should be able to sleep at night, he may…Show more
If the cleaning lady made a mistake and you did not tell her anything, for example she mistakenly switched off the light and then she re-lit it, or she turned off the fire and then rekindled it, one may… If the cleaning lady made a mistake and you did not tell her anything, for example she mistakenly switched off the light and then she re-lit it, or she turned off the fire and then rekindled it, one may benefit from the Melacha she has performed. However, if you told her to do something and she misunderstood and then she fixed the mistake, one may not benefit from the Melacha on Shabbos. Likewise, if you told her to fix the mistake, you may not benefit from the Melacha. In your case, since you originally told the cleaning lady that…Show more
Women are not obligated to recite Tachanun, yet they may do so if they wish, and many have the custom to do so. There are, however, many women who do not recite Tachanun. Those who recite Tachanun should do… Women are not obligated to recite Tachanun, yet they may do so if they wish, and many have the custom to do so. There are, however, many women who do not recite Tachanun. Those who recite Tachanun should do so while lowering their head and leaning on their arm. Sources: בכלל, נפ״א רשות - טור או״ח קלא. אדה״ז שם…Show more
Firstly without knowing the Halachic status of the Eiruv it is difficult to answer. If you are referring to a metropolitan city Eiruv those issues are even more questionable, and as we know the Rebbe was generally not supportive… Firstly without knowing the Halachic status of the Eiruv it is difficult to answer. If you are referring to a metropolitan city Eiruv those issues are even more questionable, and as we know the Rebbe was generally not supportive of the construction of an Eiruv in a metropolitan city unless done secretly. In general, if you are of the opinion or understanding that the Eiruv is not kosher you cannot tell another Jew to carry on your behalf. This is because he is considered your Shaliach, acting on your behalf. Additionally, by asking him to do something you consider…Show more
Question: A Chabad guy sends me a daily inspiring message about Moshiach. Today, this is what he sent: ''Since the leader of the generation, who is Moshiach, has been fully revealed, we can already rejoice as allowed only in… Question: A Chabad guy sends me a daily inspiring message about Moshiach. Today, this is what he sent: ''Since the leader of the generation, who is Moshiach, has been fully revealed, we can already rejoice as allowed only in the time of Geula (11 Elul 51)''. When I inquired him whether the law actually is different and how I was to understand this message, he suggested that I asktherav.com. Answer: AskTheRav cannot take responsibility for messages that other people send out. However, below are some very general observations about the matter. Sources: לכל לראש, כבר כתבו כו״כ שאינו איסור גמור, כ״א…Show more
Question: Bread was baked in a Fleishig oven (meat had been roasted uncovered in the oven within 24 hours previously). Someone, ignoring the warning sign on the bread package, cut off a slice of that bread and toasted it… Question: Bread was baked in a Fleishig oven (meat had been roasted uncovered in the oven within 24 hours previously). Someone, ignoring the warning sign on the bread package, cut off a slice of that bread and toasted it in a Milchig toaster oven to eat with cinnamon and sugar topping. The toaster oven probably was not used within 24 hours. Is there a Kashrus problem with the toaster oven? Is there a problem with the Milchig plate the hot toast was put onto? And what is the status of the Parve knife used to spread the margarine on…Show more
Question: What are the Halachos I should be aware of regarding flowers and plants (vases) on Shabbos and Yom Tov - in terms of moving, removing, adding/changing the water, etc.? Answer: Moving flowers (or the vase): Flowers and… Question: What are the Halachos I should be aware of regarding flowers and plants (vases) on Shabbos and Yom Tov - in terms of moving, removing, adding/changing the water, etc.? Answer: Moving flowers (or the vase): Flowers and decorative leaves or branches which were cut and arranged prior to Shabbos or Yom Tov are regarded as a decoration and are not Muktzeh. They may be handled directly. However, if some of the flowers are not yet in full bloom, some suggest that care must be taken to ensure that moving them will not change their position in relation…Show more
Question: Can one bring a Shir Lamaalos card into the labor room to be visible during labor (for the woman to feel safer)? Can it be see through? Would these issues apply to a picture of a Tzadik? … Question: Can one bring a Shir Lamaalos card into the labor room to be visible during labor (for the woman to feel safer)? Can it be see through? Would these issues apply to a picture of a Tzadik? Answer: It must be covered with two covers, one of them not visible. This does not apply according to Halacha to a picture of a Tzadik. Nonetheless, Chassidim have a similar Hergesh with pictures of a Rebbe. See here for more details: https://asktherav.com/1780-shir-lamalos-cards-keli-btoch-keli/ #2848 (4)Show more
נעשא. מ''מ פשוט. וכ״כ במלואת אבן יד, א. מנחת אהרן גורדון ע׳ 12.
Yes. Reason: A butterfly is a שרץ העוף and therefore it is included in the Rebbe’s directive to use only pictures and drawing of kosher animals. Sources: ראה שיחת כ׳ מרחשון תשד״מ - לקו״ש כה…
Glass cannot be Kashered. If the table was used to put hot food directly on the table (or hot pots with liquid under it) the table is Treif. Make sure you only use it covered. #2871
Most certainly. A beard evokes the thirteen attributes of mercy, and brings down blessings for success. These attributes draw forth from Hashem’s unlimited, infinite mercy and has the ability to bring infinite Bracha in this finite and limited reality… Most certainly. A beard evokes the thirteen attributes of mercy, and brings down blessings for success. These attributes draw forth from Hashem’s unlimited, infinite mercy and has the ability to bring infinite Bracha in this finite and limited reality of the world. The Rebbe writes: “If you would have listened to me about the thirteen Tikkunei Dikna [the beard]... you would have already seen a tangible change in your Parnasa, evident even to the physical eyes.” “Growing a beard is a special Segula to draw down Hashem’s Brachos in abundance, in quantity and in quality. Thus, anyone who needs…Show more
A Kohen still receives the second Aliya on Rosh Chodesh when there is no Levi, even though the reading repeats itself. Sources: ראה לדוד אמת להחיד"א סי' ו ס"ק ס"ח שו״ת…
The word "chapel" by definition is a place of christian worship, albeit sometimes in a more private setting that belongs to a parish in a town. Occasionally, it may refer to a non-denominational place of worship, but this meaning… The word "chapel" by definition is a place of christian worship, albeit sometimes in a more private setting that belongs to a parish in a town. Occasionally, it may refer to a non-denominational place of worship, but this meaning is not common here in the USA. Therefore, if this is indeed the case, one may not use such a place for Davening or to host any other religious events, even if there are currently no religious/idolatrous symbols or pictures in the premises. The place may be used for other non-religious events. If there were never any religious symbols at…Show more
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