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Haggada in English
Question: I have been invited to my parents-in-law for Pesach. Rather than everyone reading the haggada like I’m used to, they take turns reading the haggada out, much of it in English. Is it best for me to read it all quietly…
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Tovelling a Seder Plate and Kos Shel Eliyahu
Question: We bought a new matching seder plate and kos shel Eliyahu for seder night . Do we need to tovel them? Answer: The Gemara (Avoda Zara 75b) stipulates that any keilim employed during meals necessitate tevila . The Shul…
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Covering the Sefer Torah
Question: I sometimes stand next to the bimah to help out during leining though am confused as to when to cover the sefer Torah . Should it be covered after every aliya ? Answer: The Gemara (Shabbos 5b; Eruvin 98a) teaches …