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Is Aaron's lesson one of nepotism?
Is Aaron's lesson one of nepotism? In Exodus 32, Aaron takes the lead in creating the golden calf, but in Deuteronomy 9:20 all is forgiven because Moses prays for him. One could say the lesson here ...
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Can a convert be considered in-law after the conversion?
I was taught that a convert loses his relations after conversion:
"גר שהתגייר כתינוק שנולד".
First, after Tzipora allegedly converted Yitro is no longer her father in relation to anything Halachic, ...
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Does Jewish law have a separate status for someone whose father is a Jew rather than simply grouping them with non-Jews? [duplicate]
Traditional standards on Judaism are clear about the topic. One is only legally Jewish if they have a matrilineal connection to the community.
That being said, I've heard a few people throw around ...
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Does Chinese ancestor worship have the full status of idolotry?
In the front of a Chinese restaurant they have a small shrine - a succah less than a foot tall. Placed before it is a bowl of rice with vertical chopsticks and a plate of oranges. There is no idol ...
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Does Bishul Akum Apply To Half-Siblings
Speaking to a Rabbi recently he told me the rules of Bishul Aqum have more to do with preventing intermarriage than risk of non kosher ingredients being added to food without a Jew's knowledge.
Let'...
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Rachel Imeinu Deceiving Lavan while pregnant
In Bereshit 31:35 we learn that Rachel was able to hide the Teraphim under her saddle by telling her father Lavan that "The way of women is upon me", presumably a euphemism for menstruation.
Just a ...
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Being with a non Jew [closed]
I’ve read on this site that teshuva fixes all sins except the ones done between you and someone else, like stealing someone’s shoe for example.
If teshuva does work, will that take away her soul ...
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Is there a concept for individuals who are “too” destructive, in that they destabilize all of those around them?
Obviously, no one is inherently evil. All humans are constantly in battle with their evil inclination and we have to actively work to groom positive traits within us.
That being said, do the sages ...
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Do I need to honor a grandparent?
Do I get reward (or am commanded, presumably) for honoring a grandparent? Is there some direct opinion like that out there in the Talmud ?
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Sources on Ephraim and Menashe's greatness [duplicate]
Many of us bless our children on Friday nights. The bracha for daughters is pretty easy to understand- among other things we wish them to be as great as Sarah, Rivka and Leah- towering female figures ...
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What tribe were Eldad and Medad from?
I have been trying to find biographical information about Eldad and Medad but cannot seem to find a source which states which tribe they are from. The Baale Tosfot - Daat Zekeinim says they were ...
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A dying man designates a disciple to care for his mother — does that carry any legal weight in Judaism?
(I originally asked this question on Christianity.SE, and was redirected here for a better understanding of the Jewish laws and culture.)
I’m hoping someone can help me concerning ancient Jewish laws ...
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Did Avraham Avinu really have a daughter named Bakol?
I heard that Avraham Avinu had a daughter named Bakol. But in the Biblical narrative, there is no mention of a daughter to Avraham, only a son, Yitzchak, whom we all know well.
Did Avraham really ...
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Will non-Jews be welcome in a Jewish neighborhood? [closed]
We are considering buying a house in a suburban Philadelphia neighborhood that has a large Jewish population (we are not Jewish)and are wondering if we would be welcome there. Are there special ...
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Can you marry your Wife's Sister as a non “Rival Wife”?
When discussing polygamy with someone from Chinese culture, they mentioned how marrying sisters was considered a good idea as they were more likely to get along.
This made me wonder about the ...
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What is the definition of a “shituki”?
What is the definition of "shituki"?
This term may be found in Rambam, Mamrim 5:9.
I apologize that I was not able to be more specific in adding contextual 'tags'.
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Jew with non-Jewish father: maternal grandfather has no Hebrew name; great-grandfather's Hebrew name unknown [duplicate]
Usually, when a Jew's father is not a Jew, the name of the maternal grandfather is used when being called up to Torah. (Source?) But what happens if the maternal grandfather does not have a Hebrew ...
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Is anything known of יהודא בן טיטוס?
In Yerushalmi Bikkurim 11b(end) a person by the name יהודא בן טיטוס is mentioned. I would like to know if this person is the son of the famed roman emperor Titus (unlikely as that may be) or if any ...
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Is there a mitzvah to honor the bechor?
I have heard that the mitzvah to honor ones parents includes a commandment to honor one's oldest brother. Is this really the case?
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Is the mitzvah to honor the bechor d'oraisa or d'raban?
I see in the answer to this question that the mitzvah to honor one's mother and father includes an obligation to honor one's oldest brother. This idea is originally referenced in Ketubot 103a. Is this ...
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In Behar Chapter 25, verse 49, why does the Torah specifically mention 'his uncle or his cousin shall redeem him'
What about his Mother? Father? Sister? etc
I can't find any commentary on that verse by Rashi. Hmm
Thanks :)
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If my maternal grandmother's maternal grandmother was Jewish, does that mean I'm technically Jewish? [duplicate]
My family is from the Netherlands and my grandmother was always aware that her grandmother was Jewish but she did not mention it to the family until recently, mainly because of hangover trauma from ...
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Father and son - Hagbah and Gelilah, Pesicha for two Torahs
The Shulchan Aruch 141:6 writes that from a halachic standpoint a father and son may have aliyos back-to-back, however due to the worry of ayin harah we don't allow it. The Misnah Brurah and Be'er ...
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Avuncular marriage in the Torah
Isn't avuncular marriage considered incest in Judaism? Doesn't that mean that Moses was a product of incest since his mother was married to her nephew?
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Does Reform Judaism recognize children of Jewish father as Jews?
Does Reform Judaism recognize children of Jewish father as Jews (under conditions that father is Jewish both from mothers and fathers side). If so, that person does not have to go through conversion ...
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In regards to Torah and Rabbinical writings, how does “honor your father and mother” work when you've been raised in an abusive household?
This is a question I have always had a hard time getting an answer for and I was hoping somebody would be able to explain it.
Honoring your parents is one of the most basic mitzvah in all of Judaism....
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Yocheved is the daughter of who?
So Yocheved, as it is known, is the wife of Amram,mother of Moshe Rabbeinu, Aharon HaCohen, and Miriam the prophetess, peace be on them. And Yocheved, like Amram, is from the Tribe of Levi.
Amram is ...
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Mom And Baby Talk
What do other Jewish moms do with their babies?
I have a six month old baby. I want her to learn Torah from the first words she speaks.
I don't live around other Jewish people, we've only been ...
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Can I add והבאת שלום בין משפחה למשפחה to אלו דברים in the morning?
Rashi says about the altar that we can't wave a sword over it in משפטים, the maftir.
Can I add his opinion (above included also) to the list of אלו דברים שאדם אוכל פירותיהם בעולם הזה in Shacharit? ...
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Is negiah okay if the relationship would be forbidden?
Please excuse my lack of knowledge on this topic. Is non-sexual touch allowed between two people between whom a relationship would be halachically forbidden? I assume the answer is "yes" for, say, a ...
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Under what conditions may a newly married couple go on birth control?
Which halachic conditions may allow a couple to go on birth control upon getting married?
Is the desire to work on building a solid relationship between man and wife before starting a family a valid ...
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My sister is in the hospital with severe illness [closed]
How do I pray for her? How do I comfort her? How should I comfort my parents? How does my role as a Jewish son dictate my responsibilities? I'm 21 and she's 18.
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Leniency to aggrieve a minor (one's child)?
Causing certain types of harm to one's fellow (for example, stealing or battering) is prohibited. But do these laws apply if the victim is a minor? To what extent? What if the minor is one's own child-...
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Geneology - Mechon Yochsin [closed]
I'm looking to do some family research and have heard about a so called Mechon Yochsin in Boro Park. Does anyone know their contact information, I can't seem to find it online.
Also, are there any ...
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Does the grandfather make a blessing on seeing his granddaughter for the first time?
The father of a new girl makes the shehechiyanu blessing on seeing his daughter for the first time.
Does the grandfather make a beracha ? He has not seen the child before and is surely joyful. (See ...
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Books on respect between partners
I have been told that there are good books for helping understand how to improve the respect I can give my significant other. I have found a few online stores, but was wondering what sort of books I ...
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Ownership of sunken treasure
If you discover a valuable sunken treasure, and you can identify living relatives of the treasure's original owners, must you give them what you find or keep it for yourself?
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Are two biological brothers allowed to marry two biological sisters?
Are two biological brothers allowed to marry two biological sisters? Are there any halachically issues involved with such a marriage? I do recall hearing something about it but not sure what it was.
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May a husband make a suit in beis din on behalf of his wife?
If a wife is uncomfortable suing someone that owes her alone money, but she is willing to be a witness, may the husband file suit against the person that wronged her?
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What determines whether a man's Hebrew name uses “ben” or “bar”?
I have (obviously) heard a lot of Hebrew names of the form "Ploiny ben Almoiny," where Almoiny is Ploiny's father. But occasionally I see names written with the Aramaic "bar", for example Simon bar ...
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Does a convert mourn for a deceased parent? [duplicate]
Since they are not considered as family and a "convert" goes as ben or bas Avraham would he or she mourn when their biological parent or parents pass away?
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How to find one's illustrious ancestors
If someone does not know his family tree — for example, he is the child of ba'alei teshuveh and his grandparents did not impart to his parents any important-to-Judaism information about his ...
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Tracing your Jewish roots [closed]
How do you find out about your Jewish lineage if you only have very limited information (ex a place of birth, grandfather’s name?)
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Can a non-Kashrus observant Jew cook for a Kashrus-observant Jew?
Can a Jew who understands the laws of Kashrut but is not personally observant cook for a Kosher-observant Jew? For example, can a Jewish but non-observant parent cook for his Orthodox child?
Presume ...
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Saying loshon hara to a spouse or close relative
Are there any relationships within which loshon hara is permitted? I guess I mean loshon hara that is said for a purpose--but perhaps not purposes which would meet the strict halachic criteria for ...
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Eating in a non-kosher household [duplicate]
I am a converted Jew (mother is not Jewish, father is) who has recently began keeping Kosher. My mother is an excellent cook, and I greatly enjoyed eating what she made growing up. I still would like ...
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Does a Jewish grandmother (mother's side) really get one accepted as a Jew? [duplicate]
My grandmother (mother's side) is 100% Jewish and even living in Israel. As far as I know, that makes, me a Jew, too. But it feels a little bit strange to say that I am Jewish just because my ...
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Are two children from different mothers but the same gentile father considered sibilings?
Two children that have the same father but different mothers are forbidden to have relations on grounds of incest. If their father is a gentile (and they have different Jewish mothers), it is not ...
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Is the mourning for a late relative dependent on the state of their relationship before death?
Are the halochos (laws) about observing mourning rituals for a relative (e.g., shiva, shloshim, etc.), affected in any way by the state of the relationship between the mourner and deceased before his ...
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How to explain to friends/family that one will not attend an intermarriage
Suppose a friend or family member becomes engaged to a non-Jew. For the sake of this question, also assume that a trusted rabbi has been consulted and he has ruled (after considering any relevant ...
