Halacha

Navigating the Proper Order of Candle Lighting on Shabbat Eve for Maximum Spiritual Benefit

Explore the halachic sources that explain why temporary writing with ink or pen is permitted and not a violation of the Torah’s prohibition against tattoos

A new book compiles around a thousand halachic rulings by Rabbi Ovadia Yosef that were not included in his previous works. Rabbi Rafael Avraham shares insights on the initiative, the process of collecting the material, and surprising details discovered in the rulings.

From Talmudic times to modern wineries, discover how halacha defines “boiled wine” and why pasteurized wines remain permitted even if touched by a non-Jew

The meaning of this commandment, its limits regarding non-Jews, and the reasons behind the prohibition of drinking wine handled by gentiles

"Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's mastery of Jewish knowledge was unparalleled, embodying the wisdom of great Jewish leaders throughout history." A deep dive into the scholarly greatness of Rabbi Yosef.

From cold showers to children's pools—navigating Jewish law on washing and hygiene on Shabbat

Jewish identity is triggered by birth or a halachic conversion process, not citizenship, ceremony, or military service.

Understanding the laws, common mistakes, and when exceptions apply

The practical halacha behind eating fish and meat, the health reasons for separating them, and why cooking fish in a clean meat pot is permissible according to Jewish law

Understanding the authority of the Sages, the Oral Torah, and God’s promise that His law will never be forgotten

Exploring Talmudic sources, classic responsa, and the three-hour rule that guides Jewish law in cases of missing husbands

When individuals wishing to marry face parental opposition, are they obligated to follow their parents' wishes?

How Jewish law balances justice, compassion, and true teshuvah (repentance)

The extraordinary Torah mastery, humility, mystical knowledge, and global influence of the Gra

Learn how Jewish law distinguishes between life-saving electricity and forbidden labor in modern technology

Explore the Spiritual Roots Behind Dietary Laws and How They Promote Balance, Health, and Harmony in Body and Soul

Exploring the Torah and rabbinic debate over saying blessings that aren’t required, and why Jewish law warns so strongly against uttering God’s Name in vain

Learn whether an electric kettle requires tevilah (immersion) according to Jewish law, and practical solutions to avoid damage while remaining halachically compliant

Uncover the Talmudic reasoning that makes flipping a light switch on Shabbat a Torah-level act — bridging ancient law with modern electricity