Jewish law

Discover lesser-known synagogue rules that enhance respect and reverence in this sacred space

Practical guide to the Fast of Gedaliah: Essential rulings for observance

Why are some people choosing to cancel brit milah ceremonies because of COVID-19? What should be done if the infant is infected, and what if the father can't attend? Mohel Rabbi Shlomo Mohapud answers these pressing questions.

Today (Tuesday), the much-talked-about new series 'Batei Hadin' will premiere on the Hidabroot channel. Raviv Zak and Alon Hamawi, the show's screenwriter and director, offer a glimpse into the storyline, detailing various incidents such as the couple who escaped with checks at the end of their wedding, the barbecue from the seventh floor that caused panic and chaos, and the unexpected flashlight from the ceiling.

What changes in prayer between summer and winter, and when do we begin to pray for rain outside of Israel? Everything you wanted to know about requesting rain in prayer

Rabbi Zion Cohen, Rabbi of Or Yehuda, alongside Rabbi Aharon Butbul, leads the 'Dorot' fertility institute following the rulings of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef. In a rare and open conversation, he discusses the fertility treatments he and his wife underwent, his love for the people of Israel, and the feelings of thousands of childless couples. "There is no more beautiful sound than hearing a baby's voice in the house after decades of infertility."

The heart is stormy, how can this be? Yet it is the truth. From Abraham our Patriarch to the last Jew, a 'whole world' would cease to exist rather than take a moment from the life of a single Jew.

Why are the decrees of the sages not considered additions to the commandments?

Sometimes it's not possible for a child to fulfill the commandment of honoring parents directly. In what situations is using a messenger permitted? When is it better to avoid this approach?

When is it permissible to call parents by their first names? What consequences might befall a child who calls their parents by their first name?

How should one respond to parental demands that contradict Jewish law? What should one do when a father asks not to speak with someone, or requests something harmful to his health?

When conflicting parental demands arise, with the mother finding satisfaction but not the father, how should one respond? Understanding the weight of parental commands when they don't benefit from the outcomes, across various scenarios.

We received the entire Torah at Mount Sinai, so where did differences in Jewish law come from?

Discover the important distinctions between honoring and revering parents according to Jewish law and tradition

From buses to workplaces - when should children rise in their parents' presence and how?

How to properly ask your mother to watch your children, run an errand, or pass a salad at the table? And is it permissible to accept when parents voluntarily offer?

Understanding the proper way to honor parents according to Jewish law

Discover the essential customs observed during the Omer period, from haircut restrictions to music limitations, and understand how to properly honor this time of reflection.

Is it permissible to benefit from a deceased person's belongings? Dentures, jewelry, clothes, pacemakers, and corneal transplants

A comprehensive guide to mourning practices: who is exempt from mourning requirements, whether to circumcise a stillborn, and what mourning rules apply to minors, converts, and adopted children.