Jewish law

Who blows the Shofar? Who is obligated in the mitzvah and who is exempt, and more.

The laws of lashon hara extend even to prohibiting a whisper or hint of anything negative

With deep faith and dedication, a Torah-observant engineer built appliances that help Jews honor Shabbat

What distinguishes a vow from an oath in Judaism? Explore the sages’ insights and the biblical stories that highlight the power of spoken words.

The remarkable journey of the Rosh from Ashkenaz to Spain and his lasting influence on halachic tradition

The Torah teaches that the first question we're asked after death is whether we were honest in business. Discover Jewish wisdom on work and ethical living.

In many cases, it is still possible to fulfill the mitzvah of kibbud av va'eim, but a child must never enable his parent to sin

Shabbat is a gift for every Jew. Here's how to keep it with warmth and intention, through small, beautiful actions rooted in Jewish tradition.

Charging interest might seem normal and even logical, but in Torah law, it's a serious transgression. Learn how to lend the right way

Who should give? How much? To whom? Explore the Torah's laws of tzedakah (charity) and learn why it's one of the most powerful mitzvot we have

Learn how the Torah integrates even the most basic physical processes of our bodies and elevates them to enhance our spiritual lives

Why the Torah’s unparalleled precision, moral logic, and rejection of idolatry could never have emerged from ancient pagan cultures, but only from divine revelation at Mount Sinai

Discover why halachic marriage safeguards Jewish continuity, prevents assimilation, and preserves our people across generations

A practical overview of Torah commandments on avoiding even the smallest theft and returning what isn't yours

Learn how to maintain a kosher kitchen, what is permitted to eat, the importance of kosher certification, and more.

Why Jewish law forbids sacrificing one person to save many, and how this reveals the immeasurable worth of every individual life

A Comprehensive Guide to Medical Ethics, Shabbat, and Life-Saving Decisions in Jewish Law

If your father asks for your opinion, may you give it? What if you disagree? A guide to avoiding showing disrespect in this most important of mitzvot

How the rabbis were divinely authorized to create safeguards, establish traditions, and preserve the Torah’s eternal wisdom for every generation

Practical Torah Guidance on elder care, the obligations of adult children, and when nursing homes are an appropriate consideration