Questions tagged [product-recommendation]
Questions asking for a recommended product, book, website, etc. Note that questions must have an objective answer; primarily opinion based questions are off-topic.
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Rov Menashe Klein's Mishnah Halachos 18 vol responsa
I have been searching online as well as in seforim stores and can't seem to find a set of Rov Menashe Klein's Mishnah Halachos Shut set? Does anyone have any ideas where I could find a set. Thanks!
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Maharal Diskin on Sefer Devarim
I heard someone mention that the Maharal Diskin say the following explanation on this posuk: וּבָאוּוּבָאוּ עָלֶיךָ כָּל־הַקְּלָלוֹת הָאֵלֶּה וּרְדָפוּךָ וְהִשִּׂיגוּךָ כָּל־הַקְּלָלוֹת הָאֵלֶּה וּרְדָפוּךָ ...
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Learning Torah in places with no Yeshivot
There are still many people in this world who want to learn Torah but do not have a chance yet due to the fact that there are no yeshivot around etc.
What would be the best and easiest way for ...
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Is there a book that cross-references where the names of animals are mentioned in Tana"ch?
I was impressed with the Jerusalem Biblical Zoo, as it had a verse that mentioned the name of the animal. Is there a book that simulates this idea, i.e. a book that quotes the verse of all the ...
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Rabbi Feinstein's commentary on end of parsha's simanim and numbers
In this Hanukah / Miketz drash, Rabbi Mansour mentions a Rabbi David Feinstein sefer (book) on some parshiot simanim and numbers. Specific to the reference in the drash, which book is he referring to ...
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Good Talmudic Grammar resource for one unfamiliar with grammar in general?
Inspired by: How to say Adonainu Moreinu VeRabeinu in Aramaic
I'd like to understand Talmudic/Aramaic Grammar a little better and am looking for a good resource that will break it down for me.
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Online resource for Marei Mekomos on the laws of Krias Shema
Does anyone know of an online resource for Marei Mekomos on Hilchos Krias Shema similar to this site: http://shaareihoraah.org/wordpress/?page_id=1046
Or even not similar.
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Children's "Little Gemarah"?
My family enjoys this English language Little Midrash series.
Does something like an English language 'Little Gemarah' (ie introduces reasoning logic) exist for children 6-12 years old?
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Where can I find audio-book sefarim?
I want to be able to learn while I am doing the dishes, and as much as the shiurim available online are great, I would like to find online shiurim which are just recordings of someone reading sefarim, ...
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English version of Me'am Lo'ez on the internet
Rabbi Yehoshua Zitron suggested that I study Me'am Lo'ez as a beginner. Is there a version of Midrash Me'am Lo'ez on the internet in English?
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Jewish Online Music Radio Stations
I would like to get a list of all online radio stations that only play Jewish music. Absolutely no Kol Isha, please (or better yet, specify which one's do have Kol Isha so that women will know).
I'll ...
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Looking for a book on the historic development of halakhah
Would anyone be able to recommend a good intermediate level book-length treatment of the development of halakhah from the second temple period down to the present day, ideally in English?
I am ...
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Has anyone learned the Sheiltot of R. Achai Gaon with the Netziv's commentary?
Would you recommend it? I really enjoy learning anything with the Netziv and I like the idea of halachic midrashim on the parsha with some ethical messages. It seems like it's a great way to learn ...
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Brisker Shiurim Online
I am looking for advanced Shiurim online which teach Gemara in the Brisker fashion, does anyone know if any (preferably free) classes are available online?
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Resources for those beginning to keep Shabbos
What are some useful and accessible resources for those who are just beginning to keep the Sabbath? General primers, overviews of the Law, sources of advice on making things easier, and guides to ...
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English translation of Reshit Chochmah
Is there an English translation of the book Reshit Chochmah By Rabbi Eliyahu DaVidas?
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List of which Rishonim wrote on each Masechta?
I would like to know if anyone has made a comprehensive list/chart of which Rishonim wrote on each masechta in shas.
Such a list would include details such as: Masechtos where Rashi is not rashi, the ...
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Sources on mystical and spiritual meaning of Brit Milah?
What are some good sources discussing the mystical and spiritual meaning of Brit Milah as well as how it affects one's spirit/life/etc?
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Alei Shur Online
Does anyone know if there is a copy of Rav Wolbe's Alei Shur anywhere online? Free versions preferred, but if it is behind a paywall that can work too.
Thanks!
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Are there any audio recordings of the Gemara?
929 Project has recordings of Tanach in which a voice actor reads the given chapter of Tanach in the original Hebrew with intonations that fit the subject matter (example).
This can be useful for ...
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Where can I get the free Hebrew text of the Siddur or Benching?
Where can I get the text of the siddur/prayer book (or at least benching/grace, mincha/afternoon prayer, and/or ma'ariv/evening prayer) in a free computer friendly format? I'd like to be able to make ...
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Where can I obtain the sefer “Titen Emes L'Yaakov”?
Rabbi D Neustadt referenced a sefer “Titen Emes L'Yaakov” in his “Weekly Halacha Discussion” titled “The Halachic Definition of a Lie”. Can someone tell me where I can obtain this sefer please? (I ...
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Mekoros book for עוז והדר לבושה
Throughout the work on Tzniut entitled Oz VeHadar Levusha, by R. Pesach Falk, he refers to a separate book of his entitled "Mekorot" which includes a more complete list of the sources he bases his ~...
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Pre-1948 Haredi view on political Zionism and how it developed
Are there any readings discussing the Haredi (Hasidic, orthodox non-Mizrachi) stance on political Zionism prior to the establishment of the State of Israel?
Did it change with the establishment of ...
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Are there any yeshiva programs (Israel or US) that begin mid-year?
I was raised Reform -- with very light-handed text study and just enough Hebrew to get through my Bar Mitzvah -- and recently had a bit of an epiphany: there's nothing I find more fulfilling than ...
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Would you buy "Bible for Children" for a 2.8 year old toddler?
[This is not a duplicated question - I am asking here about specific book if it's a good read or not. The last part is asking for recommendations.]
I have bought lots of books to my toddler, such as ...
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Sefer Nestor Hakomer Online?
Does anyone know if it is possible to find the (hebrew) text of Sefer Nestor Hakomer, an old jewish apologetic book, available for free online?
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Daily Mishnah Study - Reference Request
Putting into action another of the suggestions I received (@SAH) for "One Jewish Practice," I would like to begin daily studying.
Specifically, I would like to participate in a Daily Mishnah study. ...
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Where can I buy the sefer Meor Einayim by Rabbi Azaria min Haadumim (dei Rossi)?
Rabbi Azariah dei Rossi wrote a sefer called Meor Einayim. It was/is a controversial book which the Maharal famously argued against in his book Be'er Hagola. There is an English translation of Meor ...
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Record of Disputation of Paris
Is the record of the disputation of Paris that took place in 1240, I believe called sefer havikuach, available for free online?
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What are the best editions of miqraot gedolot? [closed]
I am looking for a good edition of Miqraot gedolot (either hebrew-english or only english doesn't matter). What are the best editions for that ? And if somebody gives me an opinion about the JPS ...
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Where can I find this Rabbi’s seforim?
I can't seem to find several of Rabbi Eliezer Berkovits’ seforim. For example T'nai Bi'N'suin u'V'Get. Does anyone know a store in NYC or which delivers to the US which has his books? Particularly the ...
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Sefer on tefilin
Is there a sefer out there that goes through all of the halachos of tefilin, but has pictures to help explain the different parts?
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Sefarim on Hilchos Mikvahos
I'm learning Hilchos Mikvahos (YD 201). I'm learning Tur, Bais Yosaf, Shulchan Aruch with the Nosa Kalim. Does anybody know of any good sefarim on mikvoas.
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Sefarim on how Gematria works?
While I know the basics of Gematria, i.e. the numerical value assigned to each letter, I’d like to learn more, like the different letter substitutions, how far off you can be and still count it as the ...
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Exercise-friendly head covering
When I go jogging or play soccer my yarmulkah will not stay on, so I wear a baseball cap instead (my hair is too thin/absent for clips or velro). This makes my head uncomfortably hot. What could I ...
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Travel Nach set with Targum?
I came upon a travel נ״ך set recently. It had some basic commentaries such as רש״י and מצודת דוד, however there was no Targum.
Are there any travel sets which have Targum as well?
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Where can I find a transliterated; translated Tanakh?
I'm looking for a Tanakh that has the following specifications:
The original Hebrew text
Transliteration of that text into the Latin alphabet
English translation
Does anyone know where I could find ...
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Has the "Mäṣḥafä Kedus" (Holy Scriptures) of Beta Israel been translated into English?
From Wikipedia:
Mäṣḥafä Kedus (Holy Scriptures) is the name for the religious literature. The language of the writings is Ge'ez. The holiest book is the Orit (from Aramaic "Oraita" – "...
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How to get an urgent answer if your local rabbi isn't reachable
I think many frum people have been in the situation of needing time-sensitive help with a halachic question, but not having access to their/any rabbi. What resources such as hotlines are available to ...
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Online resources for traditional Ashkenazi Rosh Hashana melodies?
I received a request for help this afternoon and it's already Shabbat in the requester's time zone, so I'm asking on her behalf.
A small community has just lost their Rosh Hashana sh'liach tzibbur ...
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What books discuss general rules of Tanach? [closed]
In particular, I am looking for books that deal with philosophical and linguistic questions on Tanach, such as:
If there is seemingly no reason to place one passuk before another, is it reasonable/...
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Guide for complete daily prayer/blessings
I was raised secular/Christian (secular Jewish mom) and am reconnecting to my Judaism. I just moved to a place with no significant Jewish community or rabbis for a few hours. (Luckily I lived in a ...
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Is there a book that summarizes various Chassidic customs?
B"H, the NYC area has so many groups of Hassidm. I am quite fascinated by the variance in their customs and dress.
Is there a book that lists the most "common" groups of Hassidim? (I don't have an ...
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One Volume Chumash with Rashi Menukad
I'm looking for a new Chumash for school.
I want it to be one volume, with Rashi menukad. Does anyone have a suggestion?
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Advice for Lighting in a Sukkah
I'm seeking advice for safe, cost-effective lighting inside a Sukkah.
My goals are:
Minimize risk of fire. Even florescent lights can get hot enough to spark dry kindling in certain circumstances.
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Recommended changes to the text of selichos when you say them at the "wrong" time
Some of the piyutim in selichos assume that you're saying them at the ideal time - before Amud Hashachar (for example, at the end of selicha #70 שחרנוך קדם עמוד השחר). Many people don't make it at ...
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What is the ultimate portable Succah?
What is the best design for a do it yourself portable Succah?
(just focusing here on walls, Scach will be a mat)
I am thinking something I can take to the park, and set it up right over the existing ...
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Was the sefer Ein Yehosef ever reprinted?
You can see the sefer Ein Yehosef here ein yehosef and here ein yehosef 2. I want to know if it was ever reprinted and if not where I can purchase an original copy?
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Where can I find the Zohar in french or english?
Where can I find it in french it english? It may be a paper or e-book, or a blog, I don't really care. I am just looking for an accurate translation (besides the Sonccino one that I already know).