Shabbat

After the hardship of losing his son on Shabbat eve, Moshe Sigdon founded 'Simchat Moshe Rabbeinu,' organizing Shabbat law studies in hundreds of schools across the country.

Discover if frozen bread can count as the second loaf for Shabbat meals—and explore additional bread-related halachot—according to the rulings of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef.

When breaking bread over Lechem Mishneh (two loaves), should one cut the upper challah or the lower one? Discover the proper practice according to the rulings of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef.

Exploring the Essential Shabbat Practice of Lechem Mishneh — What You Need to Know

Essential Shabbat Candle-Lighting Rules: What You Need to Know About Eating and Drinking After the Blessing

Lighting Shabbat Candles in Hotel Rooms: Practical Guidance for Travelers

Guidelines for Proper Shabbat Candle-Lighting Procedures When Multiple Families Share a Residence

Two Daily Halachot from the Rulings of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef, of Blessed Memory

When is it appropriate to pray the afternoon service after a congregation has already welcomed the Sabbath? Practical guidance for observant Jews.

Essential Guidelines For Accepting Shabbat According To The Rulings of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef

Practical guidelines for using electronic devices and security measures on Shabbat, based on rulings by Rabbi Ovadia Yosef

Practical guidance on using appliances with timers on Shabbat, based on rulings from Rabbi Ovadia Yosef

Navigating Modern Technology on the Day of Rest: When and How to Use Alarm Clocks on Shabbat

Essential guidelines for preparing for Shabbat: when to stop Melacha and what activities remain permitted

Practical guidance for Preparing Shabbat Meals According to Jewish Tradition

A Brief Guide to Washing Clothes Before Shabbat According to Jewish Law

How to Balance Personal Enjoyment With Spiritual Intention On Shabbat

Essential Shabbat Food Traditions: Understanding the Obligations for Meat and Fish Consumption

The Rebbe’s gentle message: on Shabbat, joy is the only emotion invited to the table.

Your guide to common winter halachot: prayer in the rain, umbrellas on Shabbat, and the deeper meaning of rainfall