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36 articles- The Beautiful CaptiveRav Mordechai Sabato explores the laws of the beautiful captive (yefat to'ar), contrasting Rashi, Ramban, and Rambam on whether the laws aim to deter or show me
- Newlyweds for One YearAn exploration of the mitzvah for a newlywed to rejoice with his wife for one year, featuring insights from the Chinuch, Chasam Sofer, and Rav Hirsch.
- What is NesuimExplore the Rogatchover Gaon's two approaches to Nesuim: a one-time binding contract versus a continuous, renewed action, and their impact on Jewish law.
- Joke KiddushinR. Gidon Rothstein analyzes a Chatam Sofer responsum regarding a joke wedding, exploring the necessity of specific formulas and intent in halachic kiddushin.
- CHALITZAHExplore various Torah commentaries on the ritual of Chalitzah, explaining the symbolic meaning behind removing the shoe and spitting before the brother-in-law.
- CHALITZA from Meorot.co.ilA comprehensive overview of the practical laws and procedures of Chalitza, covering preparation, the ceremony, required recitations, and historical customs.
- Why Does the First Born Receive DoubleExplore the reasons why the firstborn son receives a double portion of inheritance in Jewish law, featuring insights from Abarbanel, Chizkuni, and Rav Hirsch.
- Judgement of DeathAn analysis of the four individuals who died solely due to the snake's advice and the Ari z”l's eulogy for the Ramak regarding death and the Tree of Knowledge.
- Forty LashesAn exploration of the Torah's command for lashes, examining why the tradition mandates 39 instead of 40 through the insights of Rashi, Rambam, Maharal, and othe
- Shiluach Hakein Sending Away the Mother BirdAn exploration of the mitzvah of Shiluach Hakein, discussing whether one must pursue the mitzvah, strange Talmudic scenarios, and its link to Tefilas haDerech.
- Three MixturesA comparative analysis of forbidden mixtures in Torah law, exploring the laws of Kilayim, Shatnez, and plowing with an ox and donkey through various commentarie
- The Ox and the DonkeyAn exploration of the symbolic meaning of the ox and donkey in Torah study and Mitzvos through various rabbinic commentaries including the Maharal and Chafetz C
- Do Not Thresh with an Ox and Donkey TogetherA comprehensive analysis of the prohibition against plowing with an ox and donkey, exploring halakhic rulings, Chassidic insights, and ethical reasons.
- Interest Gain Loss Its Not About the MoneyAn exploration of the prohibition of lending with interest (Ribbis), examining the Gemara and Ben Yehoyada's insights on how such profit leads to spiritual loss
- Prohibition Against DelayingAn analysis of the prohibition of Bal Te’acher (delaying vows), exploring its Torah sources and its application to sacrifices, charity, and other obligations.
- Concept of Three FestivalsAn analysis of why the Torah repeats the names of the three festivals in Deuteronomy 16:16, explaining the halachic implications regarding vows and offerings.
- Halacha Bal TeacherA concise explanation of the Mitzvas Aseh to fulfill vows and obligations by the first festival and the prohibition of Bal Te'acher after three festivals.
- Vows of CharityAn exploration of the halachic obligation to fulfill charity vows immediately, discussing the prohibition of Bal Te'acher and insights from the Chofetz Chaim.
- Agadah Rosh HaShana 6b Ones Wife Will Not Die for the Sin of Bal TeacherAn analysis of the Gemara in Rosh Hashanah 6b regarding whether a wife is punished for her husband's delay in fulfilling vows, reconciling it with Rachel's deat
- Mitzvos of Lost ItemsAn analysis of the mitzvos regarding lost items (Hashavas Aveidah), exploring the prohibitions of stealing and ignoring lost property based on Bava Metziah.
- HaShavas haAveidah Obligation for Kohen to return a lost item that is a cemeteryAn analysis of Bava Metziah 30a regarding a Kohen's exemption from returning lost objects in cemeteries, exploring the conflict between Hashavas Aveidah and Tum
- Abaye and RavaAn overview of the legendary Talmudic debates between Abaye and Rava, including the YAL KGM exceptions where halakhah follows Abaye and brief biographical notes
- Contemporary Mechir Kelev QuestionsRabbi Yirmiyohu Kaganoff explores the laws of Mechir Kelev, the prohibition against using items exchanged for a dog as offerings, including modern shul applicat
- Morsels of Hebrew GrammarAn exploration of Hebrew grammar focusing on the Mapik in the letter Heh and the rare occurrence of a Dagesh chazak at the beginning of a word.
- Geography in the Parasha Parshas Ki Tetze Alternate Weights Larger or SmallerExplore the history of weights, measures, and coinage in the Tanakh, from ancient barter and silver weighing to the development of the shekel and early currency
- MaakehA comprehensive collection of classical and Chassidic commentaries on the mitzvah of Maakeh (building a roof fence), exploring both physical and spiritual meani
- Destroying Amaleik The Ethical QuandryRabbi Chaim Jachter explores the ethical challenges of the command to destroy Amaleik, examining perspectives from the Brisker Rav, Ramban, and Rav Soloveitchik
- MITZVAH OF MAAKEH Guard railAn analysis of the Mitzvah of Maakeh, exploring the Rambam's view on blessings for safety measures and the distinction between flat and sloped rooftops.
- כלית מלאכך ביום השביעי אהבת אותנו ורצית בנוAn exploration of how G-d's love for the Jewish people remains steadfast and eternal even after the sin of Adam and the completion of the creative process.
- רצה והחליצנו בברכת המזוןAn analysis of why Shabbos and Yom Tov are mentioned differently in Amidah versus Birchas HaMazon, plus an exploration of the multi-faceted meaning of the word
- Double PortionBaal HaTurim explains how each letter in the word Bechor (firstborn) numerically alludes to the concept of receiving a double portion of inheritance.
- SimanimAn analysis of Baal HaTurim and Maggid Mishneh on the laws of returning lost objects based on the strength and classification of identification marks (simanim).
- Bin with a ChirikAn analysis of the unique chirik vowel in the word bin in Parshat Ki Teitzei, exploring Baal HaTurim's insights on judicial wisdom and the word's deeper meaning
- The Ohr Hachaim haKodesh The Beautiful Captive SoulThe Ohr HaChaim HaKodosh explains the deeper spiritual meaning of the Yefas To'ar, revealing it as the rescue of a holy soul captive within an impure shell.
- Meshech ChochmahAn analysis of the Meshech Chochmah's insight into the prohibition of offering an esnan zonoh, featuring a story about Rabbi Meir Simchah's appreciation for Ras
- Understanding the Parsha according to the RebbeA Chassidic analysis of Parshat Ki Teitzei based on the Lubavitcher Rebbe's teachings, covering the soul's descent, Amalek, Shatnez, and spiritual separation.
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