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Laws and customs for Erev Pesach that falls on Shabbat
When the 14th of Nisan falls on Shabbat, the chametz is checked with a blessing on the night of the 13th of Nisan. On Friday, the chametz is burned. More below.
When the 14th of Nisan falls on Shabbat, the chametz is checked with a blessing on the night of the 13th of Nisan. On Friday, the chametz is burned. More below.
The matzah comes to remind us of faith, and therefore its entire process of preparation must be done with great care. One must guard the matzot designated for the Seder night in a special manner so that they do not become chametz.
The blessing should be recited over homes in regions where significant effort is still required to uphold the mitzvah of settling the Land, such as homes along the northern border, and near the Gaza Strip—especially when residents return after an extended period of abandonment. (At end: microwave ovens on Pesach)
If Purim falls on Friday, the custom is preferably to begin the meal before noon, but there are other possibities (see below). Purim joy was observed even when the Jewish people were in harsh exile It is an answer to suffering, since in Purim we learned that even evil will eventually turn to good, so it is the greatest joy of all
Most Buddhists in the Indian subcontinent also worship Buddha statues, which classifies them as non-monotheisic idolators. However, Buddhism itself primarily focuses on calming human desires and achieving a life of tranquility rather than addressing God.
The great rabbis did not engage in miracles; they deeply contemplated God’s word as revealed through the commandments of the Torah and its teachings, and based on this, they guided the public.
It is unfortunate that the representatives of the State of Israel did not take heed of the fact that the release of the hostages was done on Shabbat, violating the national sanctity of the day. Honoring Israel’s holy symbols is an essential component in defeating the enemy, and in establishing the Israeli national identity.
God created the world so that it operates according to laws known as the laws of nature; Miracles were intended to reveal and publicize that God is the leader of the entire world.
We must exalt the bravery of the regular and reserve soldiers who fought for so many months. Thanks to their dedication, the people of Israel live and continue to move forward.
When faith is firm, life intensifies with strength, and even the greatest suffering does not diminish life, but strengthens it. The material power of Egypt was absorbed by us as a force that enabled increased reproduction.
The power of blessings is greater than the power of curses and a parent’s blessing for their child has a particularly strong impact. The Torah prohibits cursing someone, wishing for their death, illness, or other misfortune.
It is forbidden to believe in traditions that lack logic, and to act upon them. Jews are commanded to focus their faith on the Torah and commandments, which uplift a person and guide them to be good and just.
The evil eye (ayin ha’ra) causes harm in both visible and hidden levels, first a loss of a person’s self-confidence and on a hidden, deeper level, just as a person’s negative thoughts about themselves can harm their body, they can also affect others, and harm them.
It is forbidden for a Jew to celebrate the holidays of another religion and it is not appropriate to celebrate civil holidays that were originally religious holidays.
God created the world and everything in it, including evil and suffering, in order to benefit His creations. Man’s view is narrow and limited, unable to see the bigger picture. From this, we can strengthen our faith that everything God does is for the good
All Divine revelations to the patriarchs dealt with establishing the people of Israel – that they would multiply, inherit the Land, and bring blessing to all peoples. Blessed are the soldiers fighting with self-sacrifice and defending the people and the Land. The Levites and priests participated in Israel’s wars.
It is a great commandment from the Torah to save a person in danger. When it comes to saving all of Israel, it is considered a clear obligatory war. The commandment to study Torah does not override the commandment to enlist in the army but the discussion about the government’s survival is a different matter and coercive conscription is not feasible
One who transgresses the prohibition of divination, nullifies the commandment to act with simplicity before God. It is forbidden to use divination or sorcery even for promoting good purposes.
The basic trait of faith exists in all humans; however, among Jews, it appears with enhanced intensity that drives them towards eternal progress, and rectification of the world.
Humans naturally believe , Since Jewish faith manifests in all areas of life, it is a commandment to establish it in three circles that encompass human life: in consciousness, in emotion, and in life as a whole
Chol HaMoed is a connecting link between the holiness of the festival and the weekdays. Our role during Chol HaMoed is to strengthen ourselves in Torah study and in the joy of the festival. Through this, we merit again the Yom Tov at the end of the festival.
In IDF military service, soldiers fulfill two commandments, each equivalent to all the commandments: the obligatory war of saving Israel from its enemy’s hand, and settling the land.
The uniqueness of Rosh Hashanah's joy - amidst trembling - and the special laws for this year.
Selichot is a custom that the Jewish people began to practice during the Geonic period, more than a thousand years ago * By the end of the Rishonim period, the custom was established in Sephardic communities to recite Selichot throughout the month of Elul and the Ten Days of Repentance * In Ashkenaz, the custom is to start reciting Selichot on the Saturday night before Rosh Hashanah.
Redeeming captives is a great mitzvah, and it takes precedence in importance over all other types of charity, but not over every other consideration. It is forbidden to pay an exorbitant price for redeeming captives.
A rung above idolatrous religions are Christianity and Islam, which are closer to the light of God. They, too, have a major deficiency, in that they do not recognize the role of Israel in revealing God’s Word to the world, and instead claim to replace it.
The vision is for each religion to purify itself of all its flaws and reveal its unique path in serving God, and adding blessing to the world.
According to the permitting view, there is no idolatrous aspect to these healing methods and in practice, the prevailing view is that there is no prohibition against ‘Healing’ and ‘Reiki.’
The destruction of the Land occurred not only because they did not listen to God’s voice and did not fulfill the commandments, but also because they forsook the Torah.
Blessed are the Jews who chose to immigrate to the Land of Israel, settle it, and fight for the establishment and defense of the state.
These days are days of mourning over the destruction of the Temple and there are laws and customs for emphasizing that mourning.
There are people who have special spiritual abilities to see and sense beyond the norm.
In ancient times, all doctors believed that amulets could aid in healing, The Sages of Israel did not dispute this, and permitted their use, provided they did not contain anything forbidden, As for protection, what about soldiers today?
The commandment of giving tithes and offerings from agricultural produce is intended to maintain the spiritual-religious dimension in the People of Israel through the priests and Levites, whose role is to engage in Torah study and education.
The wisdom of physiognomy (face reading) is based on the understanding that there is a correspondence between the soul and the body.
The current war compels us to return to the fundamental position that the Land of Israel was given to the People of Israel by God. We must clarify to the world that this is not merely a conflict between neighbors, but Islam’s war against the People of Israel, and its Torah .
For thousands of years, the wisdom of astronomy and the wisdom of astrology were intertwined, and the sages of the nations of the world believed in both.
In the merit of Ilan Cohen’s heroic self-sacrifice, may his memory be a blessing, we will defeat our enemies
The mitzvah of “Lo Takifu” (not rounding the hairline) distinguishes the Jewish people through their hair, just as the mitzvah of circumcision distinguishes them through their bodies.
Rabbi Hayim David (1924-1988) supported the Zionist movement that dealt with the mitzvah of settling the Land and the mitzvah of fighting for the defense of the People and the Land.
If the families of the captives and their supporters had refrained from demonstrations and kept away from the media, the IDF would have already been more successful in breaking the enemy’s spirit.
Our Sages instituted the drinking of four cups of wine on the Seder night, so that joy and celebration would accompany all the stages of the Seder.
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Can one eat 'matza ashira,' matza with added ingredients such as fruit juice, on Passover? Can one take his usual medications?
There is a huge difference between cleaning the house for Pesach and cleaning the kitchen for Pesach. Read on.
The Levites served in policing roles against criminals and deserting soldiers, and when necessary, they also joined the most elite combat units in the war itself.
In our generation, when there is no known Amalek, we must uphold the root of the mitzvah, which is to eradicate evil and wage uncompromising war, even when our merciful nature seeks peace
As a youth in Argentina, my father-in-law Reb Tuvia Katz z”l stood out because of his leadership qualities. Upon immigrating to Israel, he drew dozens of young people in his wake.
“Jewish Tradition” is for everyone. For secular Jews, new baalei tshuva, and would-be converts, the book is like a mini encyclopedia. For others, it is enlightening because it explains Torat Eretz Yisrael.
The harm done to the Jewish identity of the state, and to the value of settling the Land, played a part in the terrible crisis we find ourselves in. Only a return to our Jewish and national values, will get us back to growth.
Thanks to their unity, the People of Israel were able to receive the Torah.
Our soldiers who died sanctifying God’s name merit elevation to the level of holiness of the entire Jewish people, and we will make every effort to be worthy of their sacrifice, and continue in their path.
Even in times of spiritual hardship, when the Jewish people unite as one, God helps us defeat our enemies.
The most reasonable solution for Gaza is encouraging the emigration of the residents. There is room for joy during this time, as long as we continue to remember our heroic soldiers, the fallen and kidnapped.
We must pray that we understand our role in a better world, and that families will bring many children into the world.
Martyrs' families may ask why their beloved was killed, but the nation as a whole cannot complain about the events of Simchat Torah
Anyone killed defending the nation and Land is holy. Soldiers who fell to build Zion and Jerusalem are themselves the consolation
In order for our victory over our enemies to be complete, we need a detailed practical path for its realization
In the miracle of the oil flask, the eternal virtue of the Torah was revealed.
The commandment to conquer and defend the land overrides the preservation of individual lives.