ArchiveShowing posts from August, 2014
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Beracha on New Car
Question: I just bought a new car. Should I say shehecheyanu? Does it matter that it is second hand? Answer: The Mishna (Berachos 9:2) teaches that one recites a beracha upon hearing good news, building a new house or buying…
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Davening while Flying
Question: On previous flights, I’ve been invited to join a minyan on the plane, though I’ve always felt uncomfortable doing so. I’m about to fly again. What should I do if I’m asked to join a minyan ? Answer: The Shulchan Aru…
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Davening for the IDF on Shabbos
Question: As one isn’t supposed to recite prayers requesting things on Shabbos, should Shuls be reciting the tefilla for the tzahal (IDF)? Answer: Rambam (Shabbos 30:12) writes that one mustn’t make personal requests on Sha…
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Havdala During the Nine Days
Question: What should I use for havdala during the nine days? Answer: While one may not drink wine during the nine days unless it is within a seudas mitzva , the Shulchan Aruch (OC 551:10) writes that one may drink wine f…