In the Kollel recently, we learned the Halachos relating to the Kashrus issues of Zei’a, steam. One of the most practical applications of this issue is the propriety of using a single oven for meat and dairy. The main potential … Continue reading
Category Archives: Halacha
A Kohen Who Killed
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Question: It says in Shulchan Aruch that a Kohen who has killed may not duchen. Would a Cohen who served in the army and killed in the line of duty be disqualified from Birkas Kohanim? And what if he mistakenly … Continue reading
Exercise During the Three Weeks
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Question: is it O.K. to go to gym classes in the 3 weeks till after 9 b’Av, some classes have music on? Answer: One may attend gym classes in the 3 weeks even if there will be background music, because … Continue reading
The Three Weeks
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Question: What are the laws about buying things (clothes, etc) during the 3 weeks. Is there any distinction between buying and wearing? What about if something is on an amazing sale does that make a difference or is it not … Continue reading
Shana Rishona
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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
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