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According to the rules of halacha, it is not necessary to check for tiny shratzim as long as one cannot see them, and therefore cauliflower and broccoli may be eaten.
Is It Proper...? - Is It Important to Wear a Black Hat From a Hashkafic Perspective?
Rashi, the Rif, and some Ge’onim go even further than the Rambam in their attitude towards mevushal wine; they maintain that it is not even full-fledged wine, and one should make a shehakol – not a hagafen – before drinking it.
A Dutch Treat 'Money That Has No Claimants’ (Chullin 131b-132a)
It should be emphasized that if an Ashkenazi is in a shul on Seder night that recites Hallel, it is imperative that he or she not show any disrespect to the local custom.
I was busy and forgot about it, said Shmuel. In any case, the bike wasn't stolen. It was smashed due to circumstances beyond my control. I had no idea the branch was weak.
Once a person makes something hefker, he cannot take back his declaration, replied Rabbi Dayan.
A Dilemma In Frankfurt 'All That Are Metam’ei B'ohel…' (Chullin 124b)
Is it appropriate for young men and women from more sheltered backgrounds to attend singles events if they haven’t met their bashert after three or four years of dating?
The Meat Is Kosher, Treif, Kosher, Treif… ‘If One Clotted Blood’ (Chullin 120a)
On the way home, Chaim and two other friends were mugged and their wallets were stolen.
The Orchos Chayim... writes that full inebriation is certainly prohibited, "and there is no greater sin, as it leads to sexual impropriety, bloodshed, and other sins."
Many authorities rule that it is preferable to continue the meal after nightfall as a way of acknowledging the semi-festive character of the next day, i.e., Shushan Purim.
What About The Pot? ‘Fish That Was Served On A [Meat] Plate…’ (Chullin 111b)
"Yes," Mr. Pincus said. "But since the loan document is invalid, I shouldn't have to pay the loan."
It is mentioned in the Talmud... that someone who eats peeled garlic, onions, and eggs kept overnight "forfeits his life, and his blood is upon his own head."
Is The Music at Frum Weddings Too Loud?
The following morning, after leining, the shul rabbi delivered an enthusiastic sermon, in which he praised the bar mitzvah boy based on insights from the parsha.
Caring For The Sick On Yom Kippur ‘His Gullet Has Derived Enjoyment…’ (Chullin 103b)
The default assumption is that the other children allow this expense. However, they can protest, and are entitled to prohibit him from dressing henceforth at their expense.
Stricter Than A Prohibition ‘We Rely on a Gentile…’ (Chullin 97a)
Is It Proper…? – Is There Anything Wrong With a Frum Jewish Man Looking Super Stylish?
There is another course of action to consider: not lighting Shabbat candles at all! Before you are scandalized by my suggestion, allow me to explain.
Feather-Plucking 101 'The Blood Will Easily Flow Out' (Chullin 93b)
We're partners in the business, and we owed $1,000 to your uncle. If I paid your part, I'm entitled to reimbursement from you also!
Bullish Or Not? 'Where One A Cow And [The Other] Its Calf…' (Chullin 82)
"A saw belongs to a category of muktzah called kli shem'lachto l'issur, a utensil whose primary purpose is prohibited," replied Rabbi Dayan.
What, then, happens when the rabbinic chinuch obligation contradicts the biblical obligation as described in the verses cited by the Ramban?
Is it appropriate for a Jew in America to have an English first name? If yes, is it appropriate for him or her to use this English name in daily life?
A person cannot rent out a property that is not his!
Kosher 'Oxymoron' 'The Divine Law Permits It' (Chullin 75)
Later that evening, Mr. Klein thought he might want to give his old dining room set to someone and quickly called Mr. Gross. "Please don't ruin the set," he said. "I might give it to someone."
Most poskim disagree with Rav Moshe, including R. Shlomo Zalman Auerbach. He argues that one may touch, move, and even play with snow on Shabbos.
Is it appropriate for a Jew to own a (non-violent) pet dog?
Genetically-Engineered Simanim ‘A Bird With One Siman’ (Chullin 62a)
I'm ashamed to admit," Dov said when he finally found himself before the rabbi, "but I stole money from someone and would now like to return the amount without having to face him. Is that possible?"
Eternal And Immutable ‘Only Those Enumerated By The Sages’ (Chullin 54a)
"But I need it now," Mr. Schwartz replied. "It's my shovel. I'm happy to lend it, but not when I need it!"
Many people say that a particular behavior is “not Shabbosdig” or “not ehrlich” or “pas nisht.” How does one define these (and similar) terms? Are they purely subjective in nature? Or is there some sort of objective definition?
A Halachic Referral ‘It [the Lung] Erupted in Blisters’ (Chullin 48a)
"That's all?" asked Chaim. "A car service to the airport costs about $60. The cheapest a person can get is $40."
There is no denying that preferring sheitels is incongruous with the fact that frum Jews nowadays are much more likely to avoid leniencies and workarounds than they once were.
Rabbi Fishel Jacobs of Kfar Chabad in Israel believes the Jewish world is experiencing a “family purity revolution.” He should know. Since 1998, Rabbi Jacobs has published five books on the laws of family purity. Today, he serves as a halachic advisor to four different websites, all designed to help women keep the mitzvah more […]
By Tzvi Fishman
How can a Jew in a hotel, or someone visiting a patient in a hospital, know if the Shabbat elevator is kosher?
This week we asked: Leaving aside any halachic considerations that may be involved, is it a Jewish value to have a large family?
Incubator Chicks 'These Are The Living Things You May Eat' (Chullin 42a)
Halachic authorities immediately spoke out against cremation when cremation facilities were first opened across Europe in the late 19th century. Indeed, they even opposed interning the ashes of a cremated body.
Even if we assume a rabbi has truly repented, should he necessarily be reinstated to his prior position?
A Gentile’s ‘Kashrus Certificate’ ‘We Do Not Give Innards to a Gentile’ (Chullin 33a)
Yitzi, when entrusting his ball with Eli, took a known risk upon himself. Therefore, Eli is not liable...
The Siren’s Wail ‘If a Festival Falls on Erev Shabbos…’ (Chullin 26)
"How do we resolve the apparent contradiction between these two rulings?" asked Mr. Schwartz.
This week we asked: Should a G-d-fearing Jew have the Internet at home?
Meat From Heaven? 'Only Young Ones Are Acceptable…' (Chulin 22a-b)
"If we share the wall, that means half is mine and half is yours," said Mr. Hauser. "At most, you can prop the beams on your half of the wall, but not on my half!"
Aiding Or Abetting? 'Due To Suspicion, We Check' (Chullin 12a, Rashi)
Chaim had no right to let you use my room. If you continue sleeping in it, you'll have to pay me $50 a night, like a hotel.
Is it appropriate to eat kosher imitation bacon, crab, or any other such food?
A 'Heated' Discussion 'The Place of Shechita Is Hot' (Chulin 8b)
Customs regarding sitting or standing for Kiddush and Havdalah have clearly been very much in flux for the last several centuries.
The poskim disagree about whether the obligation to light Chanuka candles is limited to the home.
The Talmud (Gittin 61a) states: “We bury dead gentiles along with dead Jews because of the ways of peace (darchei shalom)."
Anticipating The Rebuilt Temple 'One Who Learns About The Chatas…' (Menachos 110a)
This week’s question is: “Is enrolling in a secular college ever appropriate in today’s day and age?”
What About The Blood ‘They Were Not Really Babylonians…’ (Menachos 100a)
The caterer ran back to Boaz. "The cholent is permissible!" he exclaimed. "I already dumped it into the garbage," Boaz replied.
A Matter Of Inflation ‘Since It’s Baked, It Expands’ (Menachos 94a)
Mr. Siegel took an urn, three hotplates, and some boxes of vases and flowers from the garage. He took them to the shul and set them up in the room where they were eating.
Nekudot In The Sefer Torah ‘Why Is There A Dot Over The Vav?’ (Menachos 87b)
A Matter Of Definition Oil Set Apart For One Minchah Is Invalid For Another’ (Menachos 79b)
Hashem’s Holy Name ‘A Gentile May Bring Either Votive Or Freewill Offerings…’ (Menachos 73b)
"Still, at the time of the loan and the subsequent meeting, both were associated with the institution," objected Mr. Gold.
Shortchanged? ‘You Shall Count 50 Days’ (Menachos 65b)
"We never promised you a position," replied Mr. Hauser. "Also, you gained knowledge from the course."
Monies In A Pushkah What Constitutes Giving? (Menachos 59b)
When the Millers returned home, they tried to locate their initial communication with the landlord. Finally, Mrs. Miller found a paper with various rental options and price quotes.
In recent years, some have called for reinstituting the ancient practice of likut atzamos. In the time of the Mishnah, a two-stage burial process was practiced in Eretz Yisrael.
The Greater Reward “The Ketores …Since It Is Infrequent It Is Most Dear” (Menachos 50a)
Tzitzis On A Blanket? ‘…to Exclude a Nighttime Garment’ (Menachos 43a)
When the branch was almost completely cut, it broke off, twisting as it fell. It hit another branch, bounced off, and crashed to the ground 15 feet away. One end landed on a lawn chair and cracked it.
Is A Shortened Lulav Kosher? 'Remnants of Tzitzis Are Kosher' (Menachos 38b)
When all is said and done, refraining from wearing any kind of shoe on Yom Kippur is, strictly speaking, a stringency.
In recent years, there has been a flurry of halachic discussion on whether pregnant and nursing women should be permitted – or even encouraged – to drink small amounts of water on Yom Kippur to avoid endangering their lives or the lives of their fetus. Let us first review the laws of one who is […]
A Sefer Torah That Fell 'As Though Bitten by a Snake' (Menachos 32b)
Apples And Oranges ‘Two Menachos Were Mixed But The Handfuls Were Not Taken’ (Menachos 23a)
If a borrower dispossesses his assets to evade his creditors, his cunning plans are void, and they can collect the assets.
Mrs. Miller returned home and related to her husband what happened. "I'm in a dilemma," she said. "What should I do with the large size dress? Must I give it to Mrs. Schwartz or can I keep it for our daughter?"
Some Rishonim write that one may speak lashon hara to prevent potential damage or injury.
"The lease was up two months ago, and we didn't renew it," argued Mr. Landman. "You don't need any notice! Say thank you that I let you stay until now!"
What is true for getting out of our geographical bubble is equally if not more true for breaking through our religious bubble. We live under artificial labels and tend to limit our religious exposure to those who think, practice and observe just like us. When we pigeonhole ourselves we deprive ourselves from taking the best of what different Torah groups and cultures have to offer.
Danger Or Dilution? 'From That Allowed To Jews' (Menachos 5a)
Heshy's head was swirling with the many new requests. Is it better to give more charity or loans? How much should I lend? To whom? What risks should I take?
If a time was set for the partnership – for example, until the end of August – you must stay until that time and then you may dissolve the partnership.
A Light Unto The Nations ‘The Sound Thereof Traveled From One End…To The Other” (Zevachim 116a)
"What's the difference?" said the treasurer. "Let each person think he is a sponsor. No one knows who donated first!"
To Him Shall You Hearken 'One Who Offers Nowadays…' (Zevachim 107b)
In The Privy 'Rav Quotes Elazar ben Rabbi Shimon' (Zevachim 102b)
A Saline Solution 'Its Soaking Is Its Laundering' (Zevachim 94b)
"A qualified expert can annul a vow on his own," replied Rabbi Dayan. "However, no one is an expert nowadays, so that we need a panel of three, like a beis din."
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