Learning Torah
Should I Light My Shabbat Candles with Olive Oil?
November 15, 2019
Should I Light My Shabbat Candles with Olive Oil?
What type of candles or oil should one use for lighting Shabbat candles? If i light with candles, should i…
Why do many Jewish Men use the Mikvah before Shabbat?
November 15, 2019
Why do many Jewish Men use the Mikvah before Shabbat?
Immersion in a mikvah brings about a level of spiritual purity
Noach – Teaching to Learn, Learning to Teach
November 15, 2019
Noach – Teaching to Learn, Learning to Teach
When a person teaches others he feels more of a necessity to gain clarity in his learning, so he can…
The Greatness of Torah: Part 2 – Rabbi Mendel Kessin
November 15, 2019
The Greatness of Torah: Part 2 – Rabbi Mendel Kessin
Why are there no vowels and punctuation and in the Torah? Rabbi Mendel Kessin expounds on the depth and wisdom…
Do Cherries Need to be Checked for Bugs? – Watch
November 15, 2019
Do Cherries Need to be Checked for Bugs? – Watch
Rabbi Moshe Vaye says that cherries from Brazil don't need to be checked, whereas cherries from Argentina need checking. It…
The Greatness of Torah – Rabbi Mendel Kessin
November 15, 2019
The Greatness of Torah – Rabbi Mendel Kessin
What is so unique about Torah study? Why is learning Torah considered greater than all the 613 mitzvot? Watch and…
Unlocking the Secret Code of the Talmud – Rabbi Yitzchok Adlerstein
November 15, 2019
Unlocking the Secret Code of the Talmud – Rabbi Yitzchok Adlerstein
What is the significance of the Talmud in Judaism? What is the function of the Talmud? What is the intent…
What Does Judaism Say about Capital Punishment? Watch
November 15, 2019
What Does Judaism Say about Capital Punishment? Watch
Why is capital punishment included in the Torah's justice system? Rabbi Eliezer Zobin elaborates on Judaism's perspective of the death…
Phone Invasion – Is Invasion of Privacy with no Monetary Loss Illegal According to Jewish Law?
November 15, 2019
Phone Invasion – Is Invasion of Privacy with no Monetary Loss Illegal According to Jewish Law?
Is it permissible to touch or use another persons cellphone without permission?
How to Check for Bugs – Rivka Malka Perlman
November 15, 2019
How to Check for Bugs – Rivka Malka Perlman
Watch a short and simple video on how to check for bugs from Rivka Malka's kitchen
Proof of The Oral Tradition
November 15, 2019
Proof of The Oral Tradition
A Jew who is faithful to the Jewish people, the eternal people, is inevitably connected to the Oral Tradition -…
Q & A: Is it Permissible to Celebrate Thanksgiving?
November 15, 2019
Q & A: Is it Permissible to Celebrate Thanksgiving?
Is celebrating Thanksgiving considered to be avoda zara (idol worship), or chukat hagoyim?
Why Does Judaism Forbid Tattoos?
November 15, 2019
Why Does Judaism Forbid Tattoos?
If I have a tattoo, can I be buried in a Jewish cemetery? Why does the Torah prohibit tattoos? Rabbi…
How to Choose a Personal Rabbi
November 15, 2019
How to Choose a Personal Rabbi
What are the criteria for choosing a suitable Rabbi? How can you determine who is fit to be your personal…
Traveling on a Cruise Ship over Shabbat
November 15, 2019
Traveling on a Cruise Ship over Shabbat
May one travel on a cruise ship over Shabbat? Can one get off a ship that has docked on Shabbat?
Why did Rabbi Kanievsky Shlit’a Urgently call 10 People into His Room?
November 15, 2019
Why did Rabbi Kanievsky Shlit’a Urgently call 10 People into His Room?
Rabbi Chaim Kanievsky Shlit’a, who spends day and night studying Torah, completed a Tractate of Talmud and then asked to…
Watch: Holy Sage Rabbi Chaim Kanievsky Completes Tractate of Talmud
November 15, 2019
Watch: Holy Sage Rabbi Chaim Kanievsky Completes Tractate of Talmud
Leading Torah authority, Rabbi Chaim Kanievsky of Benei Brak completes Tractate Sukkah of the Babylonian and Jerusalem Talmud. Family members…
Chief Rabbi to IDF Chief of Staff: “Bring Torah Classes Back to Army Training Bases”
November 15, 2019
Chief Rabbi to IDF Chief of Staff: “Bring Torah Classes Back to Army Training Bases”
“Our strength is measured by our values and faith not only by our physical ability”
A ‘Phone Call’ to G-d
November 15, 2019
A ‘Phone Call’ to G-d
“I was praying in a phone booth when someone came; what do I do?”
Who Makes More; a Shoemaker or a Shoe Factory Owner?
November 15, 2019
Who Makes More; a Shoemaker or a Shoe Factory Owner?
The Chafetz Chaim answered a Yeshiva Executive Director (A.K.A. fundraiser) who wanted to retire and learn undisturbed
Did Dinosaurs Exist according to the Torah?
November 15, 2019
Did Dinosaurs Exist according to the Torah?
What does Judaism say about dinosaurs? Do the findings of giant reptile fossils contradict the Torah?
Rabbi Ovadia Yosef’s Message: Make Sure Your Home is Peaceful
November 15, 2019
Rabbi Ovadia Yosef’s Message: Make Sure Your Home is Peaceful
“Stringencies taken on by novices have nothing to do with Halacha and can cause domestic strife”
“Not Being Religious, I live it Up! Why Should I Consider Being Religious?”
November 15, 2019
“Not Being Religious, I live it Up! Why Should I Consider Being Religious?”
“What’s in it for me?”
Chief Rabbi David Lau: “Israeli Supreme Court Encourages Kashrut Fraud”
November 15, 2019
Chief Rabbi David Lau: “Israeli Supreme Court Encourages Kashrut Fraud”
“Saying an establishment is “supervised” means nothing and opens the door to kashrut fraud”
Rabbinate to “Jews for J” Couple: When You Leave J We’ll Marry You Off
November 15, 2019
Rabbinate to “Jews for J” Couple: When You Leave J We’ll Marry You Off
The “Law of Moses and Israel” doesn’t include Jesus
How Can I Get Atonement For Serious Sins?
November 15, 2019
How Can I Get Atonement For Serious Sins?
Rabbi Nachum Chaimowitz shows us what to do step by step; the main thing is not to give up and…
“Should I Ask for A Tuition Discount for My Son’s Torah Education?”
November 15, 2019
“Should I Ask for A Tuition Discount for My Son’s Torah Education?”
Is it considered a worthy effort to balance my books, or a lack of faith?
How Do I get Over the Loss of My Dog (Who was My Best Friend)?
November 15, 2019
How Do I get Over the Loss of My Dog (Who was My Best Friend)?
What is the right attitude toward animals?
Praying for the Wicked
November 15, 2019
Praying for the Wicked
Are we supposed to pray for the wicked or should we pray they get destroyed?
The Jewish Husband and Wife, Building their Eternity Together
November 15, 2019
The Jewish Husband and Wife, Building their Eternity Together
They have an equal share in eternal reward and mutual appreciation for each other is the best way to build…
A Message from the Next World
November 15, 2019
A Message from the Next World
“We decided not to do anything for our mother since she didn’t give us a sign from heaven so it’s…
No Child Should be Left Behind
November 15, 2019
No Child Should be Left Behind
"Without a Jewish education, intermarriage is the best that can happen! It's all downhill from there
Can I use Marijuana or Alcohol to get Happy According to Jewish Law?
November 15, 2019
Can I use Marijuana or Alcohol to get Happy According to Jewish Law?
Find out what's the difference between alcohol and drugs according to Jewish law
Why Do I Need All These Setbacks?
November 15, 2019
Why Do I Need All These Setbacks?
G-d wants to make sure we’re not just a ‘fair weather friend’ and we stick with Him through thick and…
I’m Good With G-d without His Commandments !
November 15, 2019
I’m Good With G-d without His Commandments !
Speaking to G-d is a wonderful thing but make sure to take out your earplugs so you can hear what…
Does G-d Care What Toilet Paper I Use on Shabbat?
November 15, 2019
Does G-d Care What Toilet Paper I Use on Shabbat?
How do these details make a difference?
Parshat Shekalim It’s Reasons and Laws
November 15, 2019
Parshat Shekalim It’s Reasons and Laws
When do we read Parshat Shekalim? What is the mitzvah of giving a half shekel? What was the purpose of…
I Saw My Dead Relative in a Dream- What Does it Mean?
November 15, 2019
I Saw My Dead Relative in a Dream- What Does it Mean?
Is it a good thing or not? I’d like to know
Dreamed About a Snake? What Does it Mean?
November 15, 2019
Dreamed About a Snake? What Does it Mean?
Is it a good sign or a bad one? Find out below
What Prayers Does a Woman Pray in the Morning?
November 15, 2019
What Prayers Does a Woman Pray in the Morning?
What does a beginner start to pray?
Do We Wear Tefillin on Purim?
November 15, 2019
Do We Wear Tefillin on Purim?
Q. Dear Rabbi, Do we wear Tefillin on Purim? Secondly, besides “Al Hanisim” in the amida are there other changes…
Why Did G-d Create Us?
November 15, 2019
Why Did G-d Create Us?
G-d created us like a father that has it all that has children in order to share his good with…
Rabbi Zecharia Wallerstein in a Personal Interview About Himself
November 15, 2019
Rabbi Zecharia Wallerstein in a Personal Interview About Himself
Gratitude is the key to life!
10 Reasons Why We Should Study Mishnayot by Heart
November 15, 2019
10 Reasons Why We Should Study Mishnayot by Heart
What benefits can you gain by memorizing mishnayot orally? Also: Distinctive advice from the Holy Chafetz Chaim
Laws of Eating Bread at a Meal
November 15, 2019
Laws of Eating Bread at a Meal
May a person leave the place where he is eating before reciting Grace After Meals? What should one do with…
What does the term “A Land Flowing With Milk and Honey” Refer To?
November 15, 2019
What does the term “A Land Flowing With Milk and Honey” Refer To?
The Bible describes the land of Israel many times as a "land flowing with milk and honey". What is this…
Daily Halacha: Naming After One Who Died Young
November 15, 2019
Daily Halacha: Naming After One Who Died Young
Naming for one who died in tragic circumstances may not be a good omen for the child.
Should One Eat Bread For Melave Malka?
November 15, 2019
Should One Eat Bread For Melave Malka?
Question: Is one obligated to eat bread on Motza’ei Shabbat for the fourth Shabbat meal which is also referred to…
Can One Make a Bookmark by Folding a Page on Shabbat?
November 15, 2019
Can One Make a Bookmark by Folding a Page on Shabbat?
Q. A person was reading a book and wishes to place a bookmark either by scratching with his fingernail or…
Laws of Shabbat – Part 1: Preparing For Shabbat
November 15, 2019
Laws of Shabbat – Part 1: Preparing For Shabbat
Proper preparation for Shabbat requires knowledge of many basic Halakhot. Rabbi Yoel Domb provides a basic overview of these halakhot
Writing a Torah Scroll and Sewing a Torah Scroll Mantel for a Reform Temple
November 15, 2019
Writing a Torah Scroll and Sewing a Torah Scroll Mantel for a Reform Temple
May one write a Torah scroll for a Reform congregation, because after all, they are Jews and are obligated in…
What Side Is Best To Sleep On?
November 15, 2019
What Side Is Best To Sleep On?
Some scientists suggest that the left side may be the healthiest to sleep on at night. Is this true for…
Why Are There Laws Of Slaves in the Torah?
November 15, 2019
Why Are There Laws Of Slaves in the Torah?
Many verses in the Torah emphasize the fact that we were slaves in Egypt, and therefore we must act in…
10 Facts About Shatnez – Mixture of Wool and Linen
November 15, 2019
10 Facts About Shatnez – Mixture of Wool and Linen
What is the reason for the prohibition of Shatnez? What is the source of the name? What is the obstacle…
Jacob asks: “My friend became religious and can’t find a job. What can I tell him?”
November 15, 2019
Jacob asks: “My friend became religious and can’t find a job. What can I tell him?”
What can one say to one who repented and became religious, and prays for a livelihood but is not answered?…
Smoking – in Jewish Law and History
November 15, 2019
Smoking – in Jewish Law and History
Is it permissible to smoke according to Jewish Law? When is an acceptable risk no longer acceptable? Rabbi Taub presents…
The Torah’s View on Organ Donation
November 15, 2019
The Torah’s View on Organ Donation
According to Judaism, are we allowed to donate organs after death?
Yehudah – Taking Responsibility
November 15, 2019
Yehudah – Taking Responsibility
Man’s challenge is not simply to avoid mistakes, but to own up to those we inevitably make
Yosef and Deenah – Two Ways of Overcoming Evil
November 15, 2019
Yosef and Deenah – Two Ways of Overcoming Evil
We learn from Yosef and Deenah that there are two approaches to fighting evil; destroying it and reforming it
Vowing to give Charity
November 15, 2019
Vowing to give Charity
Is it permissible to vow to give a donation to a charitable cause?
Charity Commitments
November 15, 2019
Charity Commitments
What should be done in a situation where one has committed to giving charity to a certain cause, and it…
Checking Eligibility to Receive Charity
November 15, 2019
Checking Eligibility to Receive Charity
Who is eligible to receive charity? If a person is in need of food or clothing immediately, no checking is…
Charity – Mental Commitments
November 15, 2019
Charity – Mental Commitments
When is a person required to fulfill any mental commitments made to give charity?
Giving Charity with a Smile
November 15, 2019
Giving Charity with a Smile
The reason that people tend to find it difficult to give charity with a smile is because there are so…
Q&A: Doing Laundry on Chol Hamoed
November 15, 2019
Q&A: Doing Laundry on Chol Hamoed
I manage a family vacation site during the holiday, and since there are guests staying only during the Chol Hamoed…
Q&A: Laws of Chol Hamoed
November 15, 2019
Q&A: Laws of Chol Hamoed
Are we allowed to do everything like we would on weekdays, or do we have certain prohibitions similar to those…
Applying Make-Up on Shabbat
November 15, 2019
Applying Make-Up on Shabbat
Regarding the application of facial powder, there’s a difference of opinion among adjudicators.
Telling a Small Child to Do Melacha on Shabbat
November 15, 2019
Telling a Small Child to Do Melacha on Shabbat
Is one allowed to tell a young child to perform forbidden work on Shabbat? What if the child does it…
Yosef – The Fourth Forefather
November 15, 2019
Yosef – The Fourth Forefather
While Yosef was one of the twelve tribes, he also seems to play a more significant role than his brothers…
Rachel and Leah – The Desire for Greatness
November 15, 2019
Rachel and Leah – The Desire for Greatness
We learn from Rachel and Leah that the only way to achieve greatness is to aspire to it and to…
From Shimon and Levi to Pinchas and Zimri
November 15, 2019
From Shimon and Levi to Pinchas and Zimri
The two Tribes most closely associated with each other are Shimon and Levi. Many years later, their descendants meet again
10 Facts About the Sin of the Golden Calf
November 15, 2019
10 Facts About the Sin of the Golden Calf
The Children of Israel, who thought that Moshe died, turned to Aaron and asked him to make another god for…
Esav – No Room for Growth
November 15, 2019
Esav – No Room for Growth
Perhaps Esav’s most famous spiritual descendants were the Romans, who dominated most of the known world for centuries. They emulated…
Yaakov – Man of Truth
November 15, 2019
Yaakov – Man of Truth
We learn from Yaakov Avinu, the man of truth; that sometimes honesty is not the best policy
Yitzchak Avinu – The Middle Stage
November 15, 2019
Yitzchak Avinu – The Middle Stage
Why does the Torah record so few events in Yitzchak’s life?
Rivkah Imeinu – Kindness with Wisdom
November 15, 2019
Rivkah Imeinu – Kindness with Wisdom
Optimal kindness requires wisdom. With an awareness of those around him, one can perceive their needs and provide for them…
Yitzchak and Esav – Using and Abusing Power
November 15, 2019
Yitzchak and Esav – Using and Abusing Power
How could a man as great as Yitzchak have believed Esav was virtuous and more fitting to receive the blessings…
Efron – Acting on Impulse
November 15, 2019
Efron – Acting on Impulse
Efron offered Avraham a field as a gift, though suddenly changed his mind. How could Efron change so quickly from…
Yishmael – The Wrong Type of Kindness
November 15, 2019
Yishmael – The Wrong Type of Kindness
Yishmael represents the negative form of kindness. Why did he so abuse this trait that he received from Avraham Avinu?
Yitzchak’s Role
November 15, 2019
Yitzchak’s Role
The most striking aspect of Yitzchak’s actions is their similarity to those of his father. From this we derive the…
Sedom’s Attitude Towards Charity
November 15, 2019
Sedom’s Attitude Towards Charity
The behavior of the residents of Sedom stemmed from an ideology. To promote their cruel way of life, they instituted…
Avimelech – Subjective Morality
November 15, 2019
Avimelech – Subjective Morality
Avimelech professed his and his nation’s innocence so indignantly because the Pelishtim were known to be highly 'moral', though there…
Eliezer – Escaping the Curse of Cham
November 15, 2019
Eliezer – Escaping the Curse of Cham
Eliezer was destined to serve the nations of Shem and Yefes. How did Eliezer free himself from this curse?
Lot’s Wife – Concerned or Simply Curious?
November 15, 2019
Lot’s Wife – Concerned or Simply Curious?
After looking back at the destruction of Sedom, Lot's wife turned into a pillar of salt. As always, a deeper…
Hagar – Responding to Difficulty
November 15, 2019
Hagar – Responding to Difficulty
Why did Sara afflict Hagar? What do we learn from the way Hagar responded to Sara's affliction?
Lot – Contradictions in Serving Hashem
November 15, 2019
Lot – Contradictions in Serving Hashem
What happens when a person faces this dichotomy, knowing he must observe the Torah – because it is true –…
Charan – Externally Righteous
November 15, 2019
Charan – Externally Righteous
Charan's death was unusual in that only his internal organs were destroyed, implying that his external body remained undamaged. What…
Avraham – Natural Kindness or the Will of God?
November 15, 2019
Avraham – Natural Kindness or the Will of God?
We learn from Avraham that sometimes following one’s natural affinity to kindness may not constitute HaShem’s will.
Avraham – The Ultimate Innovator
November 15, 2019
Avraham – The Ultimate Innovator
Avraham was a revolutionary, a pioneer, he was the originator and founder of the Jewish people. He had no father…
Sarah’s Greatness
November 15, 2019
Sarah’s Greatness
In this essay we will examine how Sarah personified the attribute of strict judgement and how it was a significant…
Terach – Why Don’t We Call Him ’Father’?
November 15, 2019
Terach – Why Don’t We Call Him ’Father’?
We do not relate to Terach as Avinu (our father), even though genetically he clearly is our ancestor, why do…
Avraham – Reacting to Success and Failure
November 15, 2019
Avraham – Reacting to Success and Failure
Avraham reacted to success without letting it affect his humility or hinder his service of HaShem, yet how did Avraham…
Shem and Yefet – Holiness and Beauty
November 15, 2019
Shem and Yefet – Holiness and Beauty
The battle of Chanukah was far more than a conflict between two warring nations, it was a clash of two…
Nimrod – Self-Worship
November 15, 2019
Nimrod – Self-Worship
Nimrod was granted exceedingly great power, but instead of humbling himself he became arrogant, even rejecting the very source of…
Three Fathers – Kindness, Strength, and Truth
November 15, 2019
Three Fathers – Kindness, Strength, and Truth
The three traits embodied by the Avos are kindness, strength, and truth. Each Father was to teach his special quality…
Kayin and Hevel – Balancing Humility and Confidence
November 15, 2019
Kayin and Hevel – Balancing Humility and Confidence
Striving for acquisitions is positive when directed toward spirituality. Only a person who is motivated to acquire spiritual greatness can…
Noach – Escape or Rebuild?
November 15, 2019
Noach – Escape or Rebuild?
In the course of our lives, most of us face tragedies or catastrophes. There is a natural temptation to escape…
Noach, Shem, and Ever – Masters of Insulation
November 15, 2019
Noach, Shem, and Ever – Masters of Insulation
Noach’s great strength was his ability to protect himself and his family from external influences, Shem and Ever passed on…
Adam – Potential for Greatness or Lowliness
November 15, 2019
Adam – Potential for Greatness or Lowliness
If man fulfills his purpose, all other creatures will serve him. However, if he fails, not only does he fall…
Chavah – The Mother of All Living Beings
November 15, 2019
Chavah – The Mother of All Living Beings
Whenever a person stumbles, even terribly, he need not despair that he has permanently failed in life. He can recover…
Opening Packages and Containers on Shabbat
November 15, 2019
Opening Packages and Containers on Shabbat
Is it permissible to tear open packets of sugar or make a hole in the top corner of a bag…
Laws of Shabbat: Grinding – Cutting Food on Shabbat
November 15, 2019
Laws of Shabbat: Grinding – Cutting Food on Shabbat
How may one cut his fruits and vegetables on Shabbos? Is the cutting of meat, fish and cheese included in…
Laws of Shabbat – The Melacha of Grinding
November 15, 2019
Laws of Shabbat – The Melacha of Grinding
Why is it forbidden to grind a chili pepper on Shabbos, whereas crumbling bread or cookies is permissible?
Opening Tin Cans and Packages on Shabbat
November 15, 2019
Opening Tin Cans and Packages on Shabbat
Is it Permissible to open tin cans, boxes and packages on Shabbos, in order to get the food inside them?
Opening Containers and Bottles on Shabbat
November 15, 2019
Opening Containers and Bottles on Shabbat
Opening metal bottle caps, plastic bottle caps and beer bottles on Shabbat
ACTIVITES HIDABROUT::À TOUTE QUESTION-SA REPONSE!
March 5, 2017
ACTIVITES HIDABROUT::À TOUTE QUESTION-SA REPONSE!
Un des items les plus importants du site Hidabrout, si ce n'est le plus important est celui intitulé: "Questions au…