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May One Use Canned Food for Eruv Tavshilin?
Essential guidelines for holiday preparation according to the rulings of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef
Who needs to make an Eruv Tavshilin?
Normally, the head of the household makes an Eruv. But what happens when there are several household heads in the house?
Why Do We Hold a Memorial Every Year?
The deep spiritual meaning behind the memorial service and how our actions can uplift the souls of our loved ones.
The Sanctity of Life in Judaism: Why Taking One’s Own Life Is Never Justified
Explore the Torah’s timeless perspective on the value of life, the prohibition of suicide and euthanasia, and the power of faith through suffering
Is It Permitted to Throw Bread at the Shabbat Table? Halachic Guidelines Explained
The halachic reasoning behind the prohibition of throwing bread, why Jewish law considers it disrespectful, and the differing rabbinic opinions
Is It Permitted to Wear Opposite-Gender Clothing on Purim or at Weddings?
Explore the halachic discussion on cross-dressing for joy or costume purposes and learn why most Torah authorities prohibit men and women from exchanging clothing
Is It Permitted to Run on Shabbat? The Halachic Rules Explained
When running on Shabbat is forbidden, when it’s allowed for a mitzvah or enjoyment, and how to balance between rest and joy on the holy day
Should You Keep Praying for the Same Thing? The Talmud’s Guidance on Persistent Prayer
Rabbinic wisdom explains when repeated prayers bring blessing — and when constant pleading can lead to heartache or misplaced expectations
The Joy of Adar: Why the Month Brings Good Fortune for the Jewish People
Understanding why Adar is considered a month of blessing and good fortune, how Jewish sages reconciled astrology with divine providence, and the spiritual customs of the 7th of Adar
Civil Court vs. Torah Law: What Does Halacha Say?
Can a Jew sue another Jew in civil court? This guide explores halachic sources and the proper path for justice
Is It Permitted to Sit on a Bench with Holy Books? Halachic Guidelines from the Shulchan Aruch
The difference between printed and handwritten texts, the customs of Sephardim and Ashkenazim, and the laws regarding proper respect for holy items
How Much Charity Should You Give? The Torah’s Measure of Wealth, Generosity, and Blessing
Jewish law defines clear standards for charity, and promises divine abundance in return. Learn how Rambam and the Shulchan Aruch guide the balance between generosity, responsibility, and spiritual reward.
