Nedarim and Shavuos
Shalom, Do nedarim and shavous require one to mention HaShems name? In halacha, are we required to say “bli neder… Ill meet you at the park” or something like “I hope to… meet you at the park”. If one didnt say one of these lashonos, are they ovair for having not met their friend at […]
Names of Hashem
I see that your site states, “In the beginning, Hashem created heaven and earth” (1:1) – yet in every Hebrew concordance I see “In the beginning, Elohim created heaven and earth” (1:1) – not once have I seen “Hashem” – please explain.
How do we Protect from the Bad
Hi Rabbi, How can I be in peace with myself, with no stress and no fears? I know that God exists and He controls everything but the bad that exists in the world doesnt allow me to live with the emuna in a 100% that Hes gonna take care of me.
Isru Chag
Dear Rabbi Chag Sameach! I know today is Isru Chag and I want to make a festive meal and very much desire to do everything right Would it be correct by Halacha and for truly observing Isru Chag properly to actually have the festive meal in a Kosher restaurant? I thank you so much Rabbi […]
Amends for Usage without Permission
Dear Rabbi. How can I amend or ask for Tikun if I took advantage from something that is not mine, in this case I used some relatives apartment for a few hours without telling him before. If I confess to him it may cause a Hilul HaShem so how can I amend this action without […]
Food Under Bed
Shalom, I am aware of the halacha that one ought not put food under his/her bed, due to fear of ruach rah entering the food. I have unroasted (green) coffee beans under my bed. So in their current state, they are not edible. Then even after roasting, they get brewed like normal coffee. Should I […]
bar mitzvah & age of Jewish adult
I have heard it said a Jewish male does not become an adult till the age of 30. Have you heard of this one before? I found this a bit odd but felt I should ask someone who knows. Can you clear that up and inform me what age either the male or female becomes […]
Lighting Fire On Yom Tov
Next week we will start Yom Tov at sunset on Saturday. When can I light an eruv so I can cook after havdalah and on Sunday?
Mixed Marriage
My sister is getting intermarried and we are an orthodox household. We have a greed to go to the wedding but my sister wants me to dance with her and make a speach. I siad no and she is upset. Did I do the right thing ?
Milk and Meat
What is the halakhic situation caused by the accidental mixing of meat and milk.
