Torah Q&A
3130 answered questions with cited sources from the Sefaria library.
What is traditional tallit?
A tallit (טַלִּית) is a traditional Jewish prayer shawl worn during worship, designed with four corners upon which tzitzit (fringes) are attached in fulfil...
How can we prove something that is not physical
This is a profound philosophical question that lies at the heart of Jewish theology and philosophy. Jewish tradition has developed several sophisticated approac
What does the events and the result of Sinai teach the world, not just Jews?
The Revelation at Sinai stands as one of the most consequential events in human history, carrying a universal message for all of humanity: that God speaks to hu
What does it mean bnot Israel yapot ham?
The phrase "bnot Israel yapot ham" refers to the "beautiful daughters of Israel" (bnot Yisrael yapot — יָפוֹת הַנָּשִׁים) mentioned in the Song of Deborah (Judg
What are the rules of Shabbat?
The Rules of Shabbat Shabbat, the Jewish day of rest observed from Friday sunset to Saturday nightfall, is one of the most comprehensive and detailed areas...
Did every tribe have their own flag or was there 4 flags each for the groups of 3
Great question! This is actually a fascinating debate among the classical commentators, and the answer depends on how you read a key phrase in Numbers 2:2. Key
What is the minimum amount of kiddish I need to drink at night and by day
The minimum amount of wine required for Kiddush (sanctification over wine) is melo lugmav (מְלֹא לוּגְמָיו) — a cheekful — both at night and by day. This is typ
Could you explain 4.15 of the Vaetchanan
Pirkei Avot 4:15 — Analysis and Commentary The term "4.15 of Vaetchanan" could refer to two things. I'll address the most likely meaning — Pirkei Avot 4:15 — wh
What are the misur and trumah blessings for the year 5786
I want to make sure I give you an accurate and helpful answer, but I need to clarify what you're asking about, as the terms need a little unpacking. It see...
I live in Katzrin, how does that fit into the biblical Land of Israel?
Katzrin is located in the Golan Heights, which sits within the ancient tribal territory of Manasseh (Shevet Menashe), specifically in the region known as Bashan
Segun el movimiento masorti es permitido viajar en shabat
El Movimiento Masortí (Conservador) permite el viaje en automóvil el Shabat bajo ciertas condiciones muy específicas — principalmente para asistir a la sinagoga
Some chassidic commentry on the Bilams donkey
Chassidic Commentary on Bilam's Donkey What a rich topic! The episode of Bilam and his donkey (Numbers 22:21-35) is a treasure trove for Chassidic interpre...
What does the Baal Shem Tov say about divine unity
The Baal Shem Tov on Divine Unity and "Everything is One" The Baal Shem Tov (Rav Yisrael ben Eliezer, founder of Chassidus, 1698–1760) taught that the fundament
What are the 613 commandments?
The 613 commandments (taryag mitzvot — תרי"ג מצוות) are the full body of biblical commandments given by God to Israel through the Torah. They consist of 248 pos
Can you list all the forms that יָלַד appears in parshas berashis
Forms of יָלַד in Parshat Bereishit The root יָלַד (y-l-d), meaning "to bear/beget," is one of the most frequently appearing roots in Bereishit, especially in t
Where does mishneh torah talk about mukat eitz
Mukat Eitz in the Mishneh Torah Mukat Eitz (מֻכַּת עֵץ, literally "struck by wood") refers to a woman who has lost her virginity through a non-sexual means...
Naarah meorasah laws
Naarah Me'orasah (Betrothed Young Woman) — Torah Laws The naarah me'orasah (נַעֲרָה מְאֹרָסָה) refers to a young woman (naarah — typically between the ages...
Compare Rebbe Nachman and simcha Bunin for similarities in outlook
Rebbe Nachman of Breslov and Reb Simcha Bunim of Peshischa: A Comparative Study Both Rebbe Nachman of Breslov (1772–1810) and Reb Simcha Bunim of Peshischa (176
The Demut Adam in Ezekiel and Adam Kadmon
The Demut Adam in Ezekiel and Adam Kadmon — Vision, Throne, and the Limits of Understanding You have touched upon one of the most sacred, debated, and carefully
Is one allowed according to Jewish law to do in vitro fertilization of an egg so that one will have a boy?
IVF for the purpose of selecting a male child touches on several intersecting halachic issues — the mitzvah of pru u'rvu (procreation), the permissibility of IV
Replacing a Broken Tzitzit String on a Tallit
Replacing a Broken Tzitzit String on a Tallit When a complete string (chatit) tears off from one corner of a tallit (four-cornered garment), the question of whe
What is zman krias shema?
Zman Krias Shema (זְמַן קְרִיאַת שְׁמַע — the time for reciting Shema) refers to the halachically mandated time window within which one must recite the She...
Is there a day by day Kabbalistic practice in Elul
Kabbalistic Practice in Elul: Day by Day Elul is the most spiritually charged month of the Jewish year — the month of teshuvah (repentance) and preparation for
What is the summary of Parshat ?
It looks like your message was cut off — the name of the Parasha you're asking about didn't come through! Could you please complete your question? For exam...
What is the Hallel prayer?
Hallel is a collection of Psalms (113–118) recited as a liturgical prayer of praise and thanksgiving to God, sung on major Jewish holidays and occasions of...
Maaser and terumah for garden veggies
Maaser and Terumah for Garden Vegetables Great question! This touches on agricultural laws (mitzvot hateluyot ba'aretz — commandments dependent on the Land...
What is the Modi Ani prayer?
Modeh Ani (מוֹדֶה אֲנִי) is a short prayer of gratitude recited immediately upon waking each morning, thanking God for restoring one's soul after sleep. It...
Tell me the Sefer HaIkkarim that talks about tefilla changing the person
The Sefer HaIkkarim on Prayer Changing the Person The Sefer HaIkkarim (Book of Principles), written by Rabbi Yosef Albo (15th century Spain), contains a profoun
Vamos seguir. Quero mais sábios da torah ensinando a parasha. E uma agada tb.
Mais Sábios e uma Agadá de Parashat Pinchas --- Key Takeaways Kli Yakar ensina que a liderança verdadeira começa com quem cuida do rebanho antes de cuidar...
What does the egg on ashes eaten eruv tisha b’av represent
The egg eaten on ashes during the Seudah Hamafseket (the final meal before Tisha B'Av) is a powerful symbol of mourning and the cyclical nature of tragedy in Je