Halachah

The mitzvah of returning lost items (hashavat aveidah) includes not only returning a Jew's belongings but also his lost spiritual heritage

Many types of physical activity are forbidden on Shabbat according to halachah. Learn the Torah's perspective on rest, health, and sacred time

From apartment rules to personal responsibility, Torah law offers clear guidance for how to live with others in harmony and respect.

A simple guide to one of the most joyful blessings in Jewish life — when and how to say it, and why it matters

The how and why of handwashing before meals, from Temple times to the present day — a mitzvah that reminds us that everything we have comes from Hashem

Learning Torah is essential in order to fulfill the mitzvot, so everyone is obligated — men, women, and children. And all receive eternal reward

Saying Kaddish is more than tradition; it's a mitzvah that benefits a parent's soul and enables us to honor them even years after their passing

Learn how the Torah integrates even the most basic physical processes of our bodies and elevates them to enhance our spiritual lives

In a world that excuses "small" infractions, Torah law sets a higher bar, not out of strictness but in order to build a world of trust and integrity

When is it appropriate to pray the afternoon service after a congregation has already welcomed the Sabbath? Practical guidance for observant Jews.

Essential Guide to Sukkot Laws

Wondering which blessings to recite over cabbage—both before and after eating it? Here’s a clear guide, including how much you need to eat to require a blessing.

Understanding how, when, and why we can or can't freeze water or melt ice on Shabbat