Jewish Law

A practical overview of Torah commandments on avoiding even the smallest theft and returning what isn't yours

Ten percent of your earnings belong to God, who appointed you treasurer over them. Prove yourself a reliable fund-manager and He'll invest more in you

A deeper look at the Torah prohibition of consuming blood, including the spiritual underpinnings of this mitzvah

Since the Torah forbids causing unnecessary suffering to animals, the knife must be perfectly sharp and smooth and checked before each animal is slaughtered

Did you know that eating a single insect is a more serious sin than eating an ounce of pork? Non-kosher food dulls our spiritual sense, so beware...

Who may drink mother's milk? What about fish without fins? Why is royal jelly permitted? And when should we compromise our standards?

Hot cheese souffle and a meaty knife? Chopped onion with a dairy knife for your chicken soup? All this and more in Kosher Knives 101

You used a meaty spoon to stir your coffee: now what? You need a container for leftover chicken soup: can you use an old ice-cream tub? And more...

Milk spilled into hot chicken soup: now what? A piece of meat fell into cheese fondue: can the dairy dish be salvaged? And much more...

How to use ovens, microwaves, and dishwashers when you only have one for both meat and dairy foods. A concise and easy-to-follow guide to everyday scenarios

Meat and dairy may never be mixed, but why don't we eat fish with meat? And what about fish with cheese (and that pizza you just baked)?

Can milk be used in a bread dough? What about dairy caramel doughnuts? Why are some cheese-filled pastries triangle-shaped? And more...

Can I eat leftover salad from a meaty lunch with a dairy supper? What about the french fries sold at the dairy restaurant - can I eat them with meat? And more...

Meat and milk may not be eaten together -- but what does "together" mean? And what about eating meat after milk? All this, and more...

Can I sit down with a cup of coffee if there is meat on the table? What about eating with strangers at a campsite? All this, and more...

Can I give a meat-and-dairy dish to my dog? Am I allowed to cook meat with cheese for someone who isn't Jewish? All this, and more...

It's not only the lender who is not permitted to charge interest; everyone involved in the deal, even the person who writes the contract, must avoid this Torah prohibition

A concise guide to the laws of making up for unavoidably missed prayers on Rosh Chodesh

Discover the spiritual rewards of guarding your eyes, and how every meal can be considered an offering on the altar. These 10 moving facts reveal the importance of each individual act of visual restraint.

A practical guide to the order of brachot on foods, and the spiritual reasons behind these 'mundane' aspects of our lives

When does a brachah on wine cover other drinks? Which after-blessings do we recite, and why? All this and more in an easy-to-follow guide

Committing to something and not following through is a very serious matter in the eyes of the Torah. How can we avoid turning commitments into vows that must not be broken?

If your father asks for your opinion, may you give it? What if you disagree? A guide to avoiding showing disrespect in this most important of mitzvot

Why is wine handled by a non-Jew not kosher? What should you do at an office party where alcohol is being served? Clear guidance for common dilemmas

It's not just what you do; it's also the way that you do it

Rules and reasons for responding to brachot

What if I have a band-aid on my finger? What if I forgot something important right after washing? All this and more

One must be constantly aware of the presence of the tefillin while wearing them

In Judaism, nothing is mundane -- the potential for kedushah exists in every single aspect of life

The Torah obligates children to honor and revere their parents, but as parents, what can we do to promote respectful relationships?