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The purpose of this Sefer is to provide the English-speaking public the full breadth of Halachic and Hashkafic knowledge on everything related to the subject of intimacy. This book is primarily a compilation of Halachic rulings and sources which are scattered throughout the Talmud and Poskim, as well as the acts of piety recorded in the Sifrei Mussar and Kabbalah. Gathering all this Halachic information compiled from hundreds of sources into a single book, will allow the reader to research any questions he may have relating to marital intimacy, as sensitive and shy as it may be. Another ...

English literature available on Chassidus has increased tenfold throughout the years, having us witness a real breakthrough in this regard. Hundreds of classic Chassidic texts have been translated and annotated by renowned writers and publishers. The monumental work of Tanya has been translated, explained, and disseminated in English throughout all corners of the globe. Nonetheless, we find that one of the greatest works of Chassidic thought has not yet found its way onto the English bookshelf, the Mamarim of Torah Or and Likkutei Torah of the Alter Rebbe. These works are considered to be ...

The study of Shulchan Aruch at times is very challenging in terms of clarifying the final stance of the learned subject. This especially applies in instances that many cases and opinions exist within a given topic. In addition, throughout the generations hundreds of practical questions on the laws in Shulchan Aruch arose. Getting a proper grasp on the laws of Rosh Chodesh especially faces this challenge due to the customs that came in later generations. Even amongst the currently available English literature, the opinion of the greatest of the Achronim, the Shulchan Aruch Harav, is many ...

Many scholarly and academic books of translations and explanations of the Torah have been printed and made available to the English-speaking public. The intent of this book is not to serve as a translation of the text in scripture, or as a depiction of every detail mentioned in scripture, which has already been done justice to in the various works currently available. The intent of this book is to serve as a general outline and summary of the topics that are discussed in each Torah Portion together with their crucial details. Since I was a small child, I have always taken interest in the ...

Many scholarly and academic books of translations and explanations of Tanach have been printed and made available to the English-speaking public. The intent of this book is not to serve as a translation of the text in scripture, or as a depiction of every detail mentioned in scripture, which has already been done justice to in the various works currently available. The intent of this book is to serve as a general outline and summary of the topics that are discussed in each book of Navi. Since I was a small child, I have always taken interest in Tanach, as do many, and used various scholarly...

Shehechiyanu Vekiyimanu Vehigiyanu Lizman Hazeh! For so long the English speaking public has awaited a Sefer on one of the most cherished and law filled Holiday’s, the Holiday of Sukkos. So many people thirst for background information on the Sukkah and Daled Minim. The abundance of details; laws, customs, Chumros/stringencies can be quite overwhelming. This 500 page reader friendly Sukkos digest that is all about you-the Sukkos consumer. The Sefer provides the highest caliber of information in both scholarship and organization, that will simplify and clarify all your Sukkos questions in ...

Many scholarly and academic books of translations and explanations of Tanach have been printed and made available to the English-speaking public. The intent of this book is not to serve as a translation of the text in scripture, or as a depiction of every detail mentioned in scripture, which has already been done justice to in the various works currently available. The intent of this book is to serve as a general outline and summary of the topics that are discussed in each book of Navi. Since I was a small child, I have always taken interest in Tanach, as do many, and used various scholarly...

This short booklet contains an essay on the subject of polygamy in Jewish law. In this essay, we will review the history of polygamy in Jewish law. We will study the biblical and Talmudic law which permits polygamy’s and the later ban by Rabbeinu Gershom which prohibited it. Why was it banned? Does the band apply to even Sephardim? Does the ban apply even in today’s times? Can the ban be rescinded through the signatures of 100 rabbis? Are there any cases of exception by which the ban does not apply, such as if the wife consents to a polygamist marriage, or if it is being done for the ...

The study of Shulchan Aruch at times is very challenging in terms of clarifying the final stance of the learned subject. This especially applies in instances that many cases and opinions exist within a given topic. In addition, throughout the generations hundreds of practical questions on the laws in Shulchan Aruch arose. Getting a proper grasp on the laws of Rosh Hashanah especially faces this challenge due to the hundreds of customs that came in later generations and have not been recorded in the Shulchan Aruch. Even amongst the currently available English literature, the opinion of the ...

This Sefer is the second volume of the practical Halacha series which provides the reader with a clear summary of selected practical Halachic subjects in Orach Chaim, Yoreh Deah, Even Haezer, Choshen Mishpat. Many subjects in Halacha are obscure, complex and filled with a variety of opinions, which at times leaves even the Torah scholar confused as to the outcome of the laws. This book is the first in a series to tackle various practical Halachic subjects in a concise and clear manner, leaving the reader certain as to the application of the final law. A wealth of footnotes gives the reader ...

The intent of this book is to serve as a general outline and summary of the topics discussed in each Parsha together with their crucial details. It is meant to be used for quick reference and as a review tool of the weekly Parsha. How many of us sit through the weekly Torah reading in Shul on Shabbos but have no knowledge of its content? How many of us have sat by our Shabbos table wanting to say something regarding the Parsha, but can’t seem to remember its content? How many of us have children who need to study for a Parsha test but are too overwhelmed by the amount of material required...

The study of the laws of mourning is traditionally ignored amongst scholarly circles and Yeshivos, due to its morbid content. This tradition has led to a lack of proper knowledge of the laws and customs associated with mourning and burial, which become very much relevant to those who are suddenly faced with the reality of a deceased loved one. In this work, split to three volumes, we carefully organize and clearly delineate all the laws and customs relevant throughout the mourning period, as well as the period preceding the death, and those which extend past the mourning. In this third ...

This book is the first volume in our Davening series, and covers the following prayer associated laws: Chapter 1: The Mitzvah of prayer Chapter 2: Shaar Hachassidus-The purpose & Meaning of prayer A Chassidic Discourse on the importance of prayer Chapter 3: The Zemanim-Zeman Kerias Shema & Zeman Tefila Chapter 4: The Nussach of Tefila Chapter 5: Kavana in Tefila Chapter 6: Matters prohibited prior to prayer Chapter 7: Preparing for Davening Chapter 8: Where to pray Chapter 9: Prayer attire Chapter 10: Erva- Davening or learning in face of immodesty Chapter 11: Tzoa-Davening and learning ...

The night of the Seder is one of the oldest and most cherished Mitzvos amongst world Jewry. There is no greater proof for this than the thousands of editions of Hagadah’s which exist and have been printed throughout the ages. Many Rabbis and sects publish their own edition of Hagadah’s to be used by their followers, so no custom be unknown or overlooked. Famously, the Rebbe published his own Hagaddah with a scholarly encyclopedic commentary. All in all, however, all these editions are not thorough Halachic works on the Seder night, but rather a commentary on the stanzas of the Haggadah ...

The study of Shulchan Aruch at times is very challenging in terms of clarifying the final stance of the learned subject. This especially applies in instances that many cases and opinions exist within a given topic. In addition, throughout the generations hundreds of practical questions on the laws in Shulchan Aruch arose. Getting a proper grasp on the laws of The Three Weeks especially faces this challenge due to the complexity of the cases and the range of opinions. Even amongst the currently available English literature, the opinion of the greatest of the Achronim, the Shulchan Aruch ...

The intent and format of the Sefer: This book contains a full and comprehensive summary of the first book of Tanya, Sefer Shel Beinonim, Chapters 1-25, with titles and subtitles prior to every teaching of the Alter Rebbe. It is geared for anyone who desires to master the details of the Tanya, and is a great aid for those who study the daily Tanya to prevent them from feeling lost in the text, guiding them on every step of the Tanya, and summarizing for them the details of that days learning. Each segment is titled and explained so even the time constrained learner of the daily Tanya can ...

This book is a Summary Edition of our main book already published on this subject. The summary provided in this booklet was composed from the Sefer “The Laws & Customs of Rosh Hashanah.” The summary does not contain the sources or footnotes, in order to allow for easy flow of the reading. To browse the content of the Sefer online, including footnotes and sources, please visit our website Shulchanaruchharav.com under the Rosh Hashanah section, or purchase our full Sefer.

The purpose of this book is to compile all the directives and practices from the Poskim regarding the Mitzvah of Kibbud Av Va'eim. Honoring one's parents is one of the basic values of a society in general and of the Jewish religion in particular, featuring as the fifth of the 10 Commandments. In addition, we are also commanded to fear our parents. The concept of honor is subjective based on societal background and personal perception which has been gained through exposure and experience. However, in Jewish law we find very specific guidelines, rules, and laws relating to this mitzvah that ...

The study of the laws of mourning is traditionally ignored amongst scholarly circles and Yeshivos, due to its morbid content. This tradition has led to a lack of proper knowledge of the laws and customs associated with mourning and burial, which become very much relevant to those who are suddenly faced with the reality of a deceased loved one. In this work, split to three volumes, we carefully organize and clearly delineate all the laws and customs relevant throughout the mourning period, as well as the period preceding the death, and those which extend past the mourning. In the first ...

This summary edition is a complete and all encompassing summary of all the laws relating to Sukkos, including: The building and Kashrus of the Sukkah, the Mitzvah to dwell in the Sukkah, the Mitzvah of Daled Minim, and its Kashrus laws, The Holiday laws of Sukkos, Chol Hamoed, Hoshanah Raba, Shemini Atzeres and Simchas Torah!Table of ContentsShaar Hachassidus-Chassidic insights on Sukkos1. The Holiday:2. The Sukkah3. The Daled MinimChapter 1: The SukkahBuilding the Sukkah:The laws of the Sechach:The Mitzvah of dwelling in a SukkahChapter 2: The Laws of Daled Minim1.The general laws:2....