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The study of Shulchan Aruch at times is very challenging in terms of clarifying the final stance of the learned subject. This especially applies in instances that many cases and opinions exist within a given topic. In addition, throughout the generations hundreds of practical questions on the laws in Shulchan Aruch arose. Getting a proper grasp on the laws of Rosh Chodesh especially faces this challenge due to the customs that came in later generations. Even amongst the currently available English literature, the opinion of the greatest of the Achronim, the Shulchan Aruch Harav, is many ...

This book is the second volume in our Davening series, and covers the following prayer associated laws: Shemoneh Esrei Additions; Chazaras Hashatz; Birchas Kohanim-Nesias Kapayim; Tachanun; Kerias Hatorah; Ashrei-Aleinu; The laws of Tashlumin; Beis Hakeneses-Laws relating to a Shul; Mincha; Maariv; Kerias Shema Sheal Hamita; Laws of Musaf; Laws of Halel; The Shabbos Davening; The Yom Tov Davening; The Rosh Chodesh Davening; The High Holiday Davening; The Fast Day and Tishe Beav Davening; Women Davening; Children Davening; Davening for a Mourner; Tefilas Haderech; Kiddush Levana. The student...

This book is the first volume in our Davening series, and covers the following prayer associated laws: Chapter 1: The Mitzvah of prayer Chapter 2: Shaar Hachassidus-The purpose & Meaning of prayer A Chassidic Discourse on the importance of prayer Chapter 3: The Zemanim-Zeman Kerias Shema & Zeman Tefila Chapter 4: The Nussach of Tefila Chapter 5: Kavana in Tefila Chapter 6: Matters prohibited prior to prayer Chapter 7: Preparing for Davening Chapter 8: Where to pray Chapter 9: Prayer attire Chapter 10: Erva- Davening or learning in face of immodesty Chapter 11: Tzoa-Davening and learning ...

The purpose of this Sefer is to provide the English-speaking public the full breadth of Halachic and Hashkafic knowledge on everything related to the subject of intimacy. This book is primarily a compilation of Halachic rulings and sources which are scattered throughout the Talmud and Poskim, as well as the acts of piety recorded in the Sifrei Mussar and Kabbalah. Gathering all this Halachic information compiled from hundreds of sources into a single book, will allow the reader to research any questions he may have relating to marital intimacy, as sensitive and shy as it may be. Another ...

The intent of this book is to serve as a general outline and summary of the topics discussed in each Parsha together with their crucial details. It is meant to be used for quick reference and as a review tool of the weekly Parsha. How many of us sit through the weekly Torah reading in Shul on Shabbos but have no knowledge of its content? How many of us have sat by our Shabbos table wanting to say something regarding the Parsha, but can’t seem to remember its content? How many of us have children who need to study for a Parsha test but are too overwhelmed by the amount of material required...

English literature available on Chassidus has increased tenfold throughout the years, having us witness a real breakthrough in this regard. Hundreds of classic Chassidic texts have been translated and annotated by renowned writers and publishers. The monumental work of Tanya has been translated, explained, and disseminated in English throughout all corners of the globe. Nonetheless, we find that one of the greatest works of Chassidic thought has not yet found its way onto the English bookshelf, the Mamarim of Torah Or and Likkutei Torah of the Alter Rebbe. These works are considered to be ...

The study of Shulchan Aruch at times is very challenging in terms of clarifying the final stance of the learned subject. This especially applies in instances that many cases and opinions exist within a given topic. In addition, throughout the generations hundreds of practical questions on the laws in Shulchan Aruch arose. Even amongst the currently available English literature, the opinion of the greatest of the Achronim, the Shulchan Aruch Harav, is many times omitted or not given its proper presence. Likewise, the Chabad custom related to Shavuos is not given their proper presence. This ...

This Sefer is the third volume of the practical Halacha series which provides the reader with a clear summary of selected practical Halachic subjects in Orach Chaim, Yoreh Deah, Even Haezer, Choshen Mishpat. Many subjects in Halacha are obscure, complex and filled with a variety of opinions, which at times leaves even the Torah scholar confused as to the outcome of the laws. This book is the third in a series to tackle various practical Halachic subjects in a concise and clear manner, leaving the reader certain as to the application of the final law. A wealth of footnotes gives the reader ...

The study of the laws of mourning is traditionally ignored amongst scholarly circles and Yeshivos, due to its morbid content. This tradition has led to a lack of proper knowledge of the laws and customs associated with mourning and burial, which become very much relevant to those who are suddenly faced with the reality of a deceased loved one. In this work, split to three volumes, we carefully organize and clearly delineate all the laws and customs relevant throughout the mourning period, as well as the period preceding the death, and those which extend past the mourning. In this third ...

The tradition of reading the Torah in Shul on its set days is one of the oldest and most well cherished customs amongst world Jewry. What many don’t know, are the myriads of detailed laws associated with this Holy Mitzvah and tradition. Whether it be in regard to the history of its initiation and its reason, or in regard to laws detailing its criteria of validation. Who is obligated in the Mitzvah? Must a woman hear Kerias Hatorah? What is the order of Pesicha, Hagbah, Gelila? What is the order of an Aliyah? Who may receive an Aliyah? Who may serve as a Baal Korei, and what are his ...

This booklet contains an essay on the subject of Bitachon versus Hishtadlus. In this essay, we will review the source and details behind the Mitzvah of Bitachon, including but not limited to the greatness of the mitzvah, how it can be achieved, its definition, essence, and basis. Limitations and regulations in Bitachon, and as to how to coalesce the trust together with effort so that the trust does not compromise on the effort and that the effort does not compromise the trust. In part two, we will discuss specific subjects relating to trust and effort, including security in the land of ...

This Sefer includes a most comprehensive compilation of Halachas dealing with food and the kitchen on Yom Tov. The Halachos of Yom Tov that relate to the kitchen are scattered throughout the Shulchan Aruch , and the purpose of this Sefer is to compile all the food and kitchen relevant Halachos into a comprehensive Sefer, organized according to chapter. It includes the following subjects of Halachos of Yom Tov as they relate to the kitchen: Erev Yom Tov; Electrical Appliances; Muktzah In The Kitchen; Cutting, Tearing, & Opening Items; Spreading, Smoothening & “Fixing” Foods; Borer Laws ...

This student edition booklet contains all of the necessary laws of Tefillin, focusing especially on those laws relevant during prayer while the Mitzvah of Tefillin is being fulfilled. The purpose of this booklet is for it to be used as a reference guide during prayer to look up a particular law and is hence advised to be kept in one’s outer Tefillin bag. The sources have been allocated from the Shulchan Aruch Harav, Ketzos Hashulchan, Chabad Custom, and from the many works the Achronim. Detailed sources can be found in our corresponding Sefer on the laws of Tefillin, and the referenced ...

This Sefer was published alongside, and based on, our previous Sefer called “A Semicha Aid for learning the Laws of Basar Bechalav” and its new revised edition. While our previous Sefer and its new edition cater specifically to the needs of the Semicha learning student and his corresponding curriculum, this Sefer is catered to all individuals who desire to know the practical laws of Basar Bechalav for their daily life, outside of the Semicha learning. This Sefer contains summarized compilations of all the practical Basar Bechalav subjects discussed in its corresponding book, although ...

This booklet contains an essay on the subject of Business ethics. When one agrees to go through with a sale or gift, is he required to do so whether legally or ethically? At one point is a sale or other type of business transaction considered final by which one can no longer legally retract from it. Even prior to reaching this point, is it considered unethical for one to retract from an agreement to go through with a sale or gift? In this Halacha we will review the technical laws of acquisitions which make a sale considered final according to Halacha, and therefore make it illegal to ...

This short booklet contains an essay on the subject of Jealousy. The Torah in the 10 Commandments commands a Jew not to covet the item of another, otherwise known as Lo Sachmod. What are the parameters of this prohibition? Is even the mere feeling of envy and jealousy, which is a natural and instinctive human emotion, prohibited? In this essay we will review the Talmudic and Halachic description of this prohibition which limits it towards engaging in taking possession of the item that one covets from another. If one desires a neighbor’s house or car, may he discuss a purchase deal with ...

An English guideline for everyday learning of Hilchos Shabbos. Focuses on the Shulchan Aruch Harav. This Sefer is a continuation of our previous three volumes published.This volume contains the laws of: Erev ShabbosShnayim MikraMotzei ShabbosKiddush LevanaThe following are many useful features provided within:Compilation of the laws in accordance to topic: Many times the full details regarding a specific law being learnt in the Shulchan Aruch of Admur is not fully dealt with in that law, and is rather expounded on in later laws or chapters and at times even in another subject all together. ...

This short booklet contains an essay on the subject of Mechitza, which is the traditional divider that is placed between men and women in synagogues and various events. What is the source and reason behind this division? Is it a biblical requirement, a rabbinical requirement, or just a tradition? What is defined as a valid division? How tall must it be, how wide must it be, and how opaque must it be? In the second section of this booklet, we will discuss the events in which a division is required, such as in a synagogue, a wedding, Sheva Brachos, a bar mitzvah, Bris, Pidyon Haben, a ...

The study of Shulchan Aruch at times is very challenging in terms of clarifying the final stance of the learned subject. This especially applies in instances that many cases and opinions exist within a given topic. In addition, throughout the generations hundreds of practical questions on the laws in Shulchan Aruch arose. Getting a proper grasp on the laws of The Three Weeks especially faces this challenge due to the complexity of the cases and the range of opinions. Even amongst the currently available English literature, the opinion of the greatest of the Achronim, the Shulchan Aruch ...

The night of the Seder is one of the oldest and most cherished Mitzvos amongst world Jewry. There is no greater proof for this than the thousands of editions of Hagadah’s which exist and have been printed throughout the ages. Many Rabbis and sects publish their own edition of Hagadah’s to be used by their followers, so no custom be unknown or overlooked. Famously, the Rebbe published his own Hagaddah with a scholarly encyclopedic commentary. All in all, however, all these editions are not thorough Halachic works on the Seder night, but rather a commentary on the stanzas of the Haggadah ...