Jewish Law

Discover the spiritual significance of living in the Holy Land, not just despite but because of the hardships this entails

The five aspects of the mitzvah of kibbud av va'eim, plus the deeper meanings behind the mitzvah and why honoring our parents is like honoring God

The Torah promises us a reward of "long life" for two different mitzvot, one extremely easy, the other extremely hard. Why? To teach us that the bigger picture is only visible to God

When we feel entitled to the blessings in our lives, when we feel that 'my hard work got me where I am,' we end up ungrateful not only to other people but also to God

Three thousand years after the Torah was given on Mount Sinai, we are still observing its commandments the same way; meanwhile, other cultures and peoples have come and gone and left nary a trace behind

The Essential Guide to Purim Megillah Reading Requirements

Practical Guide to Reading the Megillah During Purim According to Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's Rulings

Essential Guidelines - Standing During Megillah and Proper Blessing Protocol

Megillah Reading of Purim

Understanding Synagogue Etiquette: When Musical Instruments and Wine are Permissible in Sacred Spaces

Essential Rules on Prayer and Participation in Community Services after Consuming Alcohol

A warm and practical guide to praying in costume and dressing up with halachic care, based on the rulings of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef

Learn what’s allowed when it comes to brushing hair and getting children ready before Shabbat ends

Learn what’s permitted for kids on Shabbat and whether riding bikes or giving instructions to children is allowed

What halacha says about cutting a decorated cake on Shabbat and a father’s role in raising observant children

Learn what halacha says about clapping, finger snapping, and rhythmic actions on Shabbat

A clear guide to using whistles, singing, and baby rattles on Shabbat, based on Rabbi Ovadia Yosef’s rulings

A clear look at what Jewish law says about placing myrtle branches and flowers in water on Shabbat, based on Rabbi Ovadia Yosef

Understanding Shabbat halacha about washing hands near plants and discarding fruit pits, based on the rulings of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef

A clear explanation of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef’s rulings on giving children medicine and using perfume on Shabbat

A warm and simple explanation of what Jewish law says about easing pain on the holy day

Learn the halachic rules for immersing dishes and storing food on Shabbat, based on the rulings of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef

A practical guide to what kinds of dishwashing are allowed on Shabbat, based on the rulings of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef

Learn what’s allowed when folding laundry or making the bed on Shabbat, based on the rulings of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef

A practical guide to brushing teeth and using ointments on Shabbat, based on the halachic rulings of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef

Learn the halachic guidelines for cutting or grating vegetables on Shabbat, based on the rulings of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef

Why do Jews pray at the gravesites of their great ancestors? What form do such prayers take? Who are the prayers directed to?

Close relatives of a deceased person are expected set everything aside in order to attend to the burial preparations and honor the dead

No mourning is permitted on festivals, so what happens if a close relative passes away before one of the Yomim Tovim?

When Yom Tov arrives, mourning does not just pause, it ceases