There is a long standing Minhag not to eat nuts on Rosh HaShana due to the fact that the Hebrew word for nuts, Egoz, shares the same numerical value as the Hebrew word for Sin, Chet. The symbolic parallel of having … Continue reading
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Hilchos Selichos
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The Minhag of Ashkenazim is to commence Selichos this coming Motzei Shabbos. Consequently, I would like to present a summary of its relevant Halachos. It has been observed that the common expression of “Saying Selichos” is a misnomer. The term “Selichos” … Continue reading
Kamtza and Bar Kamtza
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Chazal inform us that the primary cause for the destruction of the second Beis HaMikdash was Sinas Chinam. In this context, the Gemara in Gitin famously ascribes partial blame to the story of Kamtza and Bar Kamtza. I think most of us are familiar with … Continue reading