All Articles ByHalacha Yomit / Mefaskei Maran

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

Learn where to place your Chanukah lights for optimal observance based on your dwelling situation

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

Key Halachic rulings on blessings for foods and beverages, offering practical guidance for everyday Jewish observance.

The Essential Guide to Blessings: Learn Proper Pronunciations and When Corrections Are Necessary According to Rabbi Ovadia Yosef’s Rulings

When faced with foods requiring different blessings, what's the proper order? Learn the correct approach based on Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's rulings

Navigating blessings for fruit and natural juices - insights from Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's rulings

Essential Blessings Guidance: Learn the Proper Blessings for Hearts of Palm and Etrog in this Daily Halacha from Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's Rulings