Jewish law

What Jewish law says about kids and Shabbat restrictions

Discover how Sephardic and Ashkenazic authorities rule on the proper blessing for pizza and learn when the amount you eat changes the blessing to Birkat HaMazon

Why saving human life can override animal suffering, and the ethical limits set by leading rabbis for humane and necessary medical research

Why purchasing life insurance isn’t a lack of trust in God, but a wise act of faith, balance, and responsibility according to halacha

From his childhood in Iraq to becoming the Chief Rabbi of Israel, Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's journey was one of spiritual excellence and groundbreaking rulings. Discover the fascinating life of this revered sage.

The halacha behind new tefillin, new tallitot, and when the Shehecheyanu blessing truly applies

Understanding measurements, time limits, and practical halacha for food, beverages, coffee, soup, and chewing gum

The obligation to make a blessing doesn't depend on eating or tasting, but rather on the enjoyment of the palate. Since one who chews gum experiences sweetness and derives pleasure from it, it is clear that a blessing is required.

What does Jewish law have to say about business competition? When does fair competition become unethical? Understanding the boundaries of ethical business behavior.

The extraordinary Torah mastery, humility, mystical knowledge, and global influence of the Gra

How the Torah Teaches Us to Respect Parents, Grandparents and Other Loved Ones

Wine used for idol worship is forbidden for drinking or any benefit, and drinking it is considered denying a basic principle of faith.

Understanding when unions may strike, when it is forbidden, and how classic halachic sources guide modern worker rights

Learn why the human body is viewed as a divine trust and why even a permanent mark can be met with forgiveness and spiritual renewal

A complete guide to payot, forbidden hairstyles, modest grooming, and Torah-based hair laws for men

Gender clothing laws, community norms, and exceptions for security and self-defense

Modern approaches to child discipline: balancing traditional guidance with contemporary parenting wisdom.

Explore the complex ethics of organ donation in Jewish law — when saving a life takes precedence, why disconnecting a patient is forbidden, and how halacha defines true death

Why Shabbat doesn’t fall at the same moment worldwide, and what happens when a traveler crosses time zones during the holy day

A comprehensive guide to Jewish perspectives on pet ownership and pet care