Question: what is the mitzva of v’semach et ishto is it only for first year or is it beyond? What are the obligations? thanks Answer: The Chinuch in Mitvos 581 & 582 writes that the 2 mitzvos mentioned in the … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: July 2012
Parshas Balak
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An important part of Yiddishkeit, especially for someone in a leadership position, is maintaining one’s objectivity and perspective. In this week’s Parsha we have an example of when this does not happen. In Bilam’s second prophesy 23:19, he criticizes Balak … Continue reading
Parshas Chukas
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In this week’s Parsha, Chukas, we learn about the classic inexplicable Chok, the Para Aduma. Chazal tell us that Shlomo HaMelech, the wisest of all men, was capable of understanding the motive and purpose of every Mitzva, until he reached … Continue reading
Bracha on Wraps
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QUESTION: I have frequently been asked the appropriate Bracha to be recited before eating a wrap. For the uninitiated, a wrap is a thin piece of dough wrapped around a filler; which may be tuna, cheese, salad or anything else … Continue reading