by Carlos Bazbaz | Mar 30, 2026 | Shabbat & Yom Tov
Hello Rabbi. I understand the R. Abadi’s had more scrutiny regarding large city wide eruvs. Can you please clarify the difference between what is an acceptable eruv vs the common orthodox community accepted eruvs? Ie is the miami beach eruv an acceptable...
by daniela daniela | Mar 24, 2026 | Shabbat & Yom Tov
Is drawing (on paper) allowed on Chol Hamoed? Does it make a difference if it is for enjoyment or for training? Would it be preferable to do on a computer / tablet? We do not anticipate selling the artwork. No Hebrew lettering would be included. Thank you very...
by Elad Siman-Tov | Mar 10, 2026 | Shabbat & Yom Tov
Hello Rabbi, I read your post about lighting a match on Yom Tov and was wondering whether the same logic applies other effortless methods of lighting a fire. For example, is it permissible to light a fire on Yom Tov using a lighter? A BBQ-knob igniter? Etc. Also, does...
by Elad Siman-Tov | Mar 9, 2026 | Shabbat & Yom Tov
Hello Rabbi, For those who use electricity on Yom Tov is it permitted to use a dishwasher to wash dishes, for example, after the Seder? Is there any issue with preparing for the next day of Yom Tov? Thank You, Elad
by Jason Hammer | Mar 8, 2026 | Shabbat & Yom Tov
Is mashing and blending raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries into a form that could be mixed-in and drunk in a smoothie a problem on Shabbat? Are strawberries any different (I’m wondering since they are usually firmer)?
by Abraham Chairez | Feb 12, 2026 | Shabbat & Yom Tov
Hello Hakham, I was very hesitant on asking this question because it may touch a sensitive area of Shabbat observance but I think it is important to ask instead of erring and to have clarity on the real limitations. During the week I don’t have time to sit and...
