by Elad Siman-Tov | Feb 17, 2026 | Kashrut
Hello Rabbi, I know that in Israel there are more Kashrut considerations such as Ma’aser, Terumah, Shemtia, etc. that are not present in places like the US. If one travels to Israel what are the things to watch out for? Is it possible to eat out without hashgaha...
by Elad Siman-Tov | Nov 19, 2025 | Modesty & Personal Issues
Hello Rabbi, If a woman uses an IUD device as birth control is it considered to be a hatsitsa when she immerses in the Mikva? These devices can only be inserted/removed by a doctor as far as I know. Thank You
by Elad Siman-Tov | Oct 3, 2025 | Kosher Products
Hello Rabbi, Is this bread from Costco kosher? I noticed one of the ingredients is “enzymes,” could that be an issue if it’s animal-derived? Ingredients: Enriched flour (Wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, iron, thiamine mononitrate,...
by Elad Siman-Tov | Sep 30, 2025 | Shabbat & Yom Tov
Hello Rabbi, If one takes medicine everyday may it be taken on Yom Kippur? If so, how much water can one drink with the pills? Thank You, -Elad
by Elad Siman-Tov | Sep 1, 2025 | Shabbat & Yom Tov, Uncategorized
Hello Rabbi, Is it permissable to use bamboo or Reed mats that are supported by metal wiring for schach? Thank You, Elad PS: thank you for running this wonderful website and for all the halachic guidance you provide! It is greatly appreciated...
