When did King David pass away?
When did King David pass away — on Shabbat or on Shavuot?
Lighting bonfires in honor of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai
Who founded the custom of lighting bonfires in honor of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai?
Going swimming on Lag B’Omer
May one go swimming on Lag B’Omer?
A mourner celebrating Lag B’Omer
May one who is in the year of mourning for his father celebrate Lag B’Omer by making bonfires?
Baking potatoes in a Lag B’Omer bonfire
Can one bake potatoes or other foods in a Lag B’Omer bonfire?
Changing a Hair Covering
I am sphardi, I wanted to know if I am permitted to wear a wig instead of a mitpachat. I feel that it is better to serve Hashem out of love instead of fear. Thank you!
Lighting holy candles on Lag B’Omer
Will one really see a salvation if he buys a “holy candle” and lights it? Does it bring any spiritual benefit?
Cutting a child’s hair on Lag B’Omer night
May I give my child his first haircut on Lag B’Omer night?
Celebrating Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai’s passing
Why do we celebrate Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai’s passing with so much happiness?
Maaser (Tithes) to Help Parents
Hi, I have alot of maaser money. My parents dont have that much money and I would like to use it on them. I.e buy groceries. However I get some benefit from it… is that a good use for it?
