ArchiveShowing posts from April, 2020
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Fewer Candles
Question: Since our oldest child was born, I have always lit an extra candle for each of our children. Last week, I accidentally lit one too few. Do I need to add an extra candle every week? Answer: The Rema (OC 263:1) quotes…
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Matza Throughout Pesach
Question: Is there a mitzva to eat matza throughout Pesach? Answer: The Gemara (Pesachim 120a) teaches that there isn’t the same requirement to eat matza on the last day of Pesach as there is on the first night. The Shulch…
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Kimcha Depischa
Question: Can I use maaser money for kimcha depischa ? Answer: The Gemara Yerushalmi (Bava Basra 1:4) teaches that one who has lived in a city for twelve months is considered to be a resident. Thus they must give wheat to …