Halacha

A clear halachic guide for people with attention difficulties on hearing Parashat Zachor and Parashat Parah, including the difference between lack of attention and lack of hearing

When should the Purim meal take place? What happens when Purim falls on Friday? How much wine is enough? A clear, practical guide to the laws and spirit of the Purim seudah.

Discover the deeper meaning of Purim, why it’s a day of great holiness, and how increasing joy in Adar attracts blessings throughout the year

A concise guide to Purim practices, from Megillah reading and costumes to festive meals and prayer customs, based on leading Sephardic rulings

Who must hear the Megillah, and what happens if you’re sick, caring for kids, or can’t make it to synagogue? A practical, no-nonsense guide for real Purim situations.

Think Ta'anit Esther is just about Queen Esther's three-day fast? Not quite. Here's what this pre-Purim fast really commemorates and how to observe it today.

How Parashat Mishpatim expands the Ten Commandments into a complete way of life

Stories from the Sages on how careful thought and human insight lead to justice

How Jewish law transforms revelation into ethics, human dignity, and moral responsibility

A practical and approachable guide to Purim that walks through its key traditions, prayers, and mitzvot, helping you observe the day with clarity, confidence, and joy.

Spiritual wake-up calls, and why we sometimes refuse to listen

Purim is a day of joy, but what happens when it coincides with loss? Here’s how halacha guides the way.

From strengthening unity to fulfilling halachic details — everything you need to know about sending Purim gifts

What qualifies as mishloach manot, and what does not? This guide breaks down the reasons behind the mitzvah and the halachic details that ensure it is fulfilled correctly, helping you approach Purim giving with clarity and confidence.

Why Esther married Achashverosh, didn’t choose martyrdom, and how Jewish law and Kabbalah reveal the deeper meaning of her courage and legacy

What we choose to look at shapes our thoughts and relationships. This article explores why the Torah concept of guarding our eyes matters and how it supports emotional balance and spiritual growth.

How a veteran kashrut inspector navigated COVID travel bans, Chinese factories, and nonstop fraud attempts to protect the kosher food on our tables