I was asked last week if one may serve their children Kneidelach this past Friday afternoon.   First of all, while the Mishna Berura writes that even young children should not be fed Fleishigs during the 9 days; the Magen Avraham permits … Continue reading →

For the first time in 14 years, Tisha b’Av falls out on a Shabbos this week, and the fast is delayed until Sunday. Since a proper Havdala on a cup of wine cannot be recited on Motzei Shabbos due to the fast, the relevant … Continue reading →

Question: Is it permissible to get a manicure/pedicure before Shabbat during the three weeks (not the nine days)  Answer: One may even cut finger and toe nails during the 9 days when done l’kavod Shabbos. However, it seems to me … Continue reading →

Question: Is a single woman allowed to shave her legs in the three weeks? Nine days? (In a different response, you said it was permissible for a married woman.) Answer: If she is at the age where appearing unkempt and … Continue reading →

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 →