The Gemara in Masechet Berachot establishes the obligation of "Tefilat Ha’derech," the special Bracha recited when embarking on a trip. There is a debate among the Rabbis in the Gemara as to whether or not this prayer must be recited while standing. Rav Hisda maintained that one must stop traveling
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Must One Recite a Bracha Before Tasting Food?
If one tastes some food or drink purely for the purpose of tasting, and not for enjoyment, is he required to recite a Bracha? This issue is subject
A Bad Month For Tesla Bears
If you’ve been following the market lately, you certainly know that stock in Tesla has soared to new heights, delighting the bulls and horrifying the
Fathers And Children: Mutual Understanding Or Conflict
It would seem an eternal problem. And although it does not have an unequivocal solution, there are quite a few verified points of experience that
Let’s Get Moving
Q: Rabbi, thank you for your efforts to help us become healthier.
I am 60 years old. Weight is not an issue, B”H, looking to do my part in staying
The Price Of Jewish Happiness?!
Dear friends!
At the suggestion of the young people of our community, a pilot edition of the book The Price of Jewish Happiness?! (New York, 2020
The Bracha Over Cereal with Milk, and Yogurt with Fruit
If a person eats cereal with milk, the cereal constitutes the "Ikar" – the primary component of the mixture, whereas the milk is "Tafel" – secondary