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Firstly, instant soups contain in them many different ingredients, and although some of them were pre-cooked, some other added ingredients might not be pre-cooked. It is hard to state a general Halacha about instant soups, as these things change… Firstly, instant soups contain in them many different ingredients, and although some of them were pre-cooked, some other added ingredients might not be pre-cooked. It is hard to state a general Halacha about instant soups, as these things change from one company to another and from production to production. Some argue that some of the ingredients might also be considered Kalei Habishul (items that can be cooked very easily), which even pouring from a Kli Sheini (second vessel) is able to cook them. Others maintain that the spices (like finely diced parsley), even though they are finely crushed, are…Show more
Question: Our doorway is 100 inches tall. Does putting the Mezuzah on the top third mean that the bottom of the Mezuzah has to be at 33 inches, or should it be at shoulder height, roughly 63 inches? … Question: Our doorway is 100 inches tall. Does putting the Mezuzah on the top third mean that the bottom of the Mezuzah has to be at 33 inches, or should it be at shoulder height, roughly 63 inches? Answer: If the doorway is 100 inches tall, or less, it should still be placed on the top third and not at shoulder height. It is placed at shoulder height only if the top third is higher than 72 (or perhaps even 90) inches. Sources: בשו״ת אבנ״ז יו״ד שפד, ח שבמקום ששליש העליון אינו…Show more
The chopper should be Kashered. If not Kasherable, there is room for leniency, provided the chopper doesn’t heat up when used. See here for more details. Sources: נדו"ד, אינו שייך למחלוקת המג"א ואבן העוזר הידוע (מצויין…
Peeled eggs left overnight (even covered) may not be eaten, even when in a covered and closed box. This applies on Shabbos as well. If the eggs were left over after Shabbos, they may be eaten Motzaei Shabbos, as… Peeled eggs left overnight (even covered) may not be eaten, even when in a covered and closed box. This applies on Shabbos as well. If the eggs were left over after Shabbos, they may be eaten Motzaei Shabbos, as long as the night hasn’t passed. Sources: נדה יז, א: אע״ג דמנח בסילתא ומציירי וחתימי. וכ״ה…Show more
Questions: There are several aspects to this question: 1. Does it make a difference if they are lit on the Shabbos table, or on a table on the side of the dining room, or in the kitchen, etc.?… Questions: There are several aspects to this question: 1. Does it make a difference if they are lit on the Shabbos table, or on a table on the side of the dining room, or in the kitchen, etc.? 2. When eating out for a Shabbos meal - where is the preferred place to light, where they are eating, or at home? If one is preferred over the other, is there any room for doing the more preferred one by the woman? Like if it's better to light at home - where you sleep (why is that) can she…Show more
How about other products that are not Cholov Yisroel/Pas Yisroel, etc.? Answer: It depends. If it’s an item which you consider not Kosher, but others consider it Kosher, or if it’s Kosher only based on an opinion which… How about other products that are not Cholov Yisroel/Pas Yisroel, etc.? Answer: It depends. If it’s an item which you consider not Kosher, but others consider it Kosher, or if it’s Kosher only based on an opinion which is rejected by mainstream Halacha, you may not regift it to another Jew. However, if you are adopting a Chumra but deem the food Kosher, you may give it to someone else. There are also 'in between' situations, where there are various opinions, and you follow a stringent opinion while others follow a lenient opinion. One example is when there…Show more
Question: I just saw a card that has on it a short Tefillah that it says is from Orach Chaim 230:4, saying: יהי רצון ... שיהא עסק זה לי לרפואה כי רופא חנם אתה. I know that in our… Question: I just saw a card that has on it a short Tefillah that it says is from Orach Chaim 230:4, saying: יהי רצון ... שיהא עסק זה לי לרפואה כי רופא חנם אתה. I know that in our Nusach are pretty selective about which Tefillos we actually say, so I'm wondering is it appropriate to say this Tefillah according to our Minhag? Answer: Yes. The Nusach to be recited is: יהי רצון שיהיה לי לרפואה It is found in Seder Brachos U'tefillos published by the Rebbe. Sources: שו״ע או״ח רל, ד. מג״א סק״ו. וראה שמירת שבת…Show more
Do all the Halachos apply, like the neckline? Answer: All of the Halochos of Tznius apply even in the house, as indicated in Siman 2 of the Shulchan Aruch, that all the parts of the body which one… Do all the Halachos apply, like the neckline? Answer: All of the Halochos of Tznius apply even in the house, as indicated in Siman 2 of the Shulchan Aruch, that all the parts of the body which one usually covers must be covered at home. One must be Tznius at home especially if there are Sefarim or Mezuzahs in a transparent case in the house. If a hidden part of the body is exposed, it is Halachically problematic for a man to make a Brocho. The Rebbe often mentioned the Brochos that can be received by paying attention…Show more
שאלה: בשבת קודש פרשת וירא הבחנתי אשר הבעל קורא בתחילת עליה השלישית (פרק יט פסוק ב) קרא תיבת אדני עם קמץ במקום פתח. מכיון שרק קלטתי הטעות באיחור קצת, לכן משום מה לא תיקנתיו. אך אחרי סיום העליה (הארוכה...)… שאלה: בשבת קודש פרשת וירא הבחנתי אשר הבעל קורא בתחילת עליה השלישית (פרק יט פסוק ב) קרא תיבת אדני עם קמץ במקום פתח. מכיון שרק קלטתי הטעות באיחור קצת, לכן משום מה לא תיקנתיו. אך אחרי סיום העליה (הארוכה...) משכתי את שימת לבו לענין, ואחרי דיון קצר החלטנו שיחזור ויקרא לעליה הרביעית מתחילת פרק יט. האם נהגנו כדין? אף שבפסוק יח' אדני כתוב עם קמץ אך שם כותב רש''י שהוא שם קודש. אך אח"ז עלה בדעתי שמכיון שבפרק יח' פסוק ג כתוב אדני עם קמץ וברש"י מביא פירוש שהוא חול, א''כ טעותו של הבעל קורא לאו דוקא שינה את…Show more
There is no obligation to use olive oil. In some communities, even adults wouldn't use olive oil, due to expense, cleanliness etc. Many Shuls do not use olive oil either. Nonetheless, it is a Mitzvah Min Hamuvchar to do… There is no obligation to use olive oil. In some communities, even adults wouldn't use olive oil, due to expense, cleanliness etc. Many Shuls do not use olive oil either. Nonetheless, it is a Mitzvah Min Hamuvchar to do so — and this is the Chabad custom. Whether a child should do so is a personal decision which depends on many factors including safety, maturity, etc. Sources: בנוגע חיוב חינוך קטנים להידור מצוה, ובחנוכה בפרט -…Show more
Question: We are writing a Sefer Torah and we would like to keep it in our house when it is done. What are the Halachos about that? We do not have a specific shul to give it to right… Question: We are writing a Sefer Torah and we would like to keep it in our house when it is done. What are the Halachos about that? We do not have a specific shul to give it to right now. What are the rules of keeping a Sefer Torah in the house if we won't really be using it for Krias HaTorah generally? Answer: Firstly, keep in mind that a shul you choose to give the Torah to is only considered a "loan" and you may take it back whenever you want. Also the traditional celebration "Hachnasos Sefer…Show more
Question: I have a room in the basement of a Chabad house that has no windows, and the door opens to the outside of the room. On which side should I put the Mezuzah? Answer: If the room… Question: I have a room in the basement of a Chabad house that has no windows, and the door opens to the outside of the room. On which side should I put the Mezuzah? Answer: If the room or closet is less than 4x4 Amos, it is exempt from Mezuzah. Some, however, adopt a Chumra - stringency to place a Mezuzah. If there is no other way to access the room, there are conflicting opinions as to which side to place the Mezuzah. L’maaseh, one should put the Mezuzah on the right side entering the room or closet.…Show more
Yes. Sources: פשוט. וגם במקום שיש הסוברים לקבוע באופן שנקבע מקודם,…
A cloth on the faucet reduces the amount of copepods and can be used as a filter on a temporary basis. It is best to use several layers of cloth for extra protection. Ensure that the cloth is tightly… A cloth on the faucet reduces the amount of copepods and can be used as a filter on a temporary basis. It is best to use several layers of cloth for extra protection. Ensure that the cloth is tightly woven, otherwise some copepods can get through. It’s important to clean the cloth regularly, especially when it gets brown, or even better — change the cloth completely, because the water pressure could push apart the fibers of the cloth, even if it’s a tight weave, allowing copepods to get through. #1395Show more
I should point out that there are many opinions amongst Chabad Rabbonim on this matter. Some say that an adult may not eat foods that have a picture on them. However, in my opinion, one should be stringent when… I should point out that there are many opinions amongst Chabad Rabbonim on this matter. Some say that an adult may not eat foods that have a picture on them. However, in my opinion, one should be stringent when it comes to food with letters in all cases (not to break the letters even in your mouth). On the other hand, there is room to be lenient regarding food with pictures, particularly when engraved and not protruding (to allow breaking the picture as it being eaten in your mouth). https://asktherav.com/594-may-one-eat-a-cake-challah-cookie-shaped-as-a-number-or-letter-on-shabbos-how-about-shaped-as-a-picture/#comment-2612 Sources: שו"ע אדה"ז סי ש"מ סעי' ד', סימן תקי”ט סעיף…Show more
If it is possible to open the package without ripping the letters then one may attempt to do so even if there is a chance that he may accidentally tear the letters. Sources: .שו"ע אדה"ז סי' ש"מ ס"ד…
Many poskim maintain, at least in the USA, that corn is a food which isn’t subject to Bishul Yisroel, as it isn't fit to be served at a king’s table. Others disagree. Certainly, with snacks or breakfast food, one may…Many poskim maintain, at least in the USA, that corn is a food which isn’t subject to Bishul Yisroel, as it isn't fit to be served at a king’s table. Others disagree. Certainly, with snacks or breakfast food, one may be lenient. See here at length. However, it’s necessary to emphasize one more point : if the food was made in a place where it’s fit to be served on a king’s table, many Poskim maintain it needs to be Bishul Yisroel even if it is shipped to a place where it is not fit to be served on a…Show more
The place first needs to be fixed that it will no longer appear that it was a church, and only then one can work there. Only after removing all forms of crosses and Christian images from the building, may one…The place first needs to be fixed that it will no longer appear that it was a church, and only then one can work there. Only after removing all forms of crosses and Christian images from the building, may one enter and work in the building. It is also advisable to do some reconstruction on some of the interior and exterior of the building to give it a 'new face' which also changes its previous status. Until then one can enter the building only for the purpose of planning the physical fixes and alterations to the building. However, there are…Show more
One may not say Brochos if they are unsure if they already said them. Regarding Birchas Hatorah, one is Yotze Birchas Hatorah by reciting Ahavas Olam before Shema and then learning something immediately after Davening. Sources: .ראה אדה"ז סי' מ"ו סעי' א, סימן מ"ז סעי'…
A man may immerse himself in a river on Shabbos if it’s for the purpose of Mikvah. However, one should be careful: Not to swim. Tovel only within 4 Amos to the edge, because one may not walk four… A man may immerse himself in a river on Shabbos if it’s for the purpose of Mikvah. However, one should be careful: Not to swim. Tovel only within 4 Amos to the edge, because one may not walk four or more Amos in a river (where the water is shallow and doesn't cover most of one's body). One should Tovel themselves in this shallow water lying down. Take care to not splash or drip water on any plants. Therefore, one should enter and exit the water in a place where there is no vegetation. When one exits the water,…Show more
There is no prohibition of Yichud when one woman travels with two or more men. At night, or when traveling, three men are required. An independent issue is whether it is altogether appropriate to have women or girls on a…There is no prohibition of Yichud when one woman travels with two or more men. At night, or when traveling, three men are required. An independent issue is whether it is altogether appropriate to have women or girls on a bus dedicated to Bachurim. Certainly it does not make sense to do this on a regular basis. This is something the Hanhalah should determine. Sources: .ראה נו״כ השו״ע אה״ע כב, ה. קיצור שו״ע קנב,…Show more
Yes. Sources: הן מצד הניתוח והן מצד ההרדמה שנעשה בגדר…
Firstly, every Mitzvah Hashem has given us is important, because it is important to him that we keep them. If a king would ask you for a simple thing like a to bring him a cup of water, surely you…Firstly, every Mitzvah Hashem has given us is important, because it is important to him that we keep them. If a king would ask you for a simple thing like a to bring him a cup of water, surely you would immediately obey happily. In addition, every Mitzvah has it's details and 'specialty'. As the saying goes, 'you are what you eat'. Food a person eats later becomes a person's own flesh and blood, and it is therefore very important to keep to the diet that Hashem prescribed for us, a diet that will make sure our flesh and blood…Show more
There is no known Torah source for this. Nonetheless, it is known that many Jewish communities and Gedolei Yisrael were particular. It should be noted that as a general rule we are told not to mock family traditions even… There is no known Torah source for this. Nonetheless, it is known that many Jewish communities and Gedolei Yisrael were particular. It should be noted that as a general rule we are told not to mock family traditions even when they appear to be grandmother tales. Also, Halacha generally frowns upon using mirrors unnecessarily, and Kaballah in particular has issues with it. See more here. Sources: ידועים דברי הרשב״א, שהובא בשו״ת השיב משה או״ח יג,…Show more
It is OK to Kasher from Fleishig (or Milchig) to Pareve. If one did Kasher from Fleishig to Pareve, and then at a later stage wants to now make it Milchig, he may do so. But one should not Kasher…It is OK to Kasher from Fleishig (or Milchig) to Pareve. If one did Kasher from Fleishig to Pareve, and then at a later stage wants to now make it Milchig, he may do so. But one should not Kasher from Fleishigs to Pareve while planning to later make it Milchig. See here at length. Sources: .ראה שו"ת מהרש"ם ח"ב סי' רמ"א מובא בדרכ"ת סי'…Show more
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