Torah Q&A
3130 answered questions with cited sources from the Sefaria library.
What is the Aleinu prayer?
The Aleinu (עָלֵינוּ) prayer is one of the most important and ancient prayers in Jewish liturgy, recited at the conclusion of every prayer service — Shacha...
Is naturism/nudism allowed
The Torah tradition is clear that public nudity is fundamentally incompatible with Jewish law and values. Tzniut (modesty) is not merely a rabbinical stringency
What was reb nachmans famly name
Rabbi Nachman's family name was Horodenker — derived from his maternal grandfather, Rabbi Nachman of Horodenka — but his most commonly used family name and the
Quero estudar a parasha de hoje. Mas quero o zohar. O que voce pode me ensinar?
Parashat Pinchas no Zohar — Ensinamentos Místicos A parashá desta semana é Parashat Pinchas (פרשת פינחס), Numbers 25:10–30:1. O Zohar oferece ensinamentos...
What is jewish blessing may the lord bless you?
The blessing you are referring to is Birkat Kohanim (the Priestly Blessing), one of the most ancient and sacred blessings in all of Judaism. It consists of...
What is blessing for candles shabbat?
The blessing recited when lighting Shabbat candles is: "Baruch Atah Adonai, Eloheinu Melech ha-olam, asher kid'shanu b'mitzvotav v'tzivanu l'hadlik ner she...
If a couple is not able to have intimacy where dementia is deposited in the woman in the usually manner, what can a couple do that is within halachic guidelines
The question of marital intimacy when conventional relations are not possible due to medical conditions is a recognized area of halachic inquiry. The funda...
How far can walk from my village into the forest on shabbat
The distance you may walk from your village (or any location) on Shabbat is limited to 2,000 amot (cubits) in any direction beyond the last dwelling of you...
What is chabad psalms for healing?
Chabad has a specific custom of reciting designated chapters of Tehillim (Psalms) for healing of the sick (refuat hacholeh). The primary chapters recited a...
Preciso algo dessa parasha que os sábios ensinam. Busque alguns sábios, e me ensine
Ensinamentos dos Sábios sobre Parashat Pinchas Os grandes sábios de todas as gerações — desde os Tanaim até os mestres chassídicos — encontraram em Parasha...
Can i use sandald without socks for prayer?
Wearing sandals without socks during prayer is generally permitted according to most halachic authorities. The core concern in Jewish law is not the footwear it
What is torah blessings in hebrew?
The blessings over the Torah (Birkhot HaTorah) are a set of Hebrew blessings recited each morning before engaging in Torah study. They are among the most f...
What is jewish bedtime shema?
The bedtime Shema (Kriat Shema al HaMita — the recitation of Shema upon one's bed) is a Jewish nighttime prayer practice performed just before going to sle...
What is shema deuteronomy 6 4 9?
The Shema (Deuteronomy 6:4–9) is the foundational declaration of Jewish faith, beginning with the proclamation of God's absolute unity: "Shema Yisrael Adon...
Do you know the name of any of רבי עקיבא's original 24000 תלמידים
What a fascinating question! The Talmud does preserve the names of several of Rabbi Akiva's students, though the famous 24,000 who died during the Sefirat HaOme
Where does custom of walking back 3 steps in the beginning of shemoneh esrei and waving your hand to people to left and the right come from
The custom of taking three steps forward before the Amidah comes from early rabbinic and halachic tradition, rooted in the idea of approaching a king with...
What is kol nidrei chabad?
Kol Nidrei: A Chabad Perspective Kol Nidrei is the solemn declaration recited at the opening of Yom Kippur (the Day of Atonement) evening services, in whic...
What are common Jewish blessings?
Jewish blessings (brachot, singular: bracha) are formalized expressions of gratitude and acknowledgment of God's role in daily life. The standard formula f...
Where is the rav chaim about פקע פגול
Rav Chaim on Peka'a Pigul (פקע פיגול) The concept you're referring to — פקע פיגול (peka'a pigul, "pigul is uprooted/nullified") — is discussed by Rav Chaim Solo
The Last Seder of Reb Yisrael of Ruzhin
The Last Seder of Reb Yisrael of Ruzhin Note: No specific sources were retrieved for this question. What follows draws from my training knowledge of Chassi...
What is chabad selichot?
Chabad selichot (penitential prayers) refers to the specific liturgical tradition and custom practiced by Chabad Chassidim regarding the recitation of seli...
I'm Christian. Am I allowed to use this?
Shalom, and welcome! Absolutely, you are welcome here. Torah Study is Open to All The Talmud teaches that a non-Jew who engages in Torah study is considere...
What is daily Torah study and how to start?
Daily Torah study (limud Torah yomi) is one of the most fundamental obligations in Jewish life, rooted in the Torah's own command to meditate on its words...
What is hebrew prayer before sleep?
The traditional Hebrew prayer recited before sleep is called Kriat Shema al HaMita (קְרִיאַת שְׁמַע עַל הַמִּטָּה) — "the recitation of Shema upon the bed....
What is prayer for idf soldiers in hebrew?
The traditional Hebrew prayer for IDF soldiers is called תְּפִלַּת הַחַיָּל (Tefillat HaChayal — "Prayer of the Soldier") or more commonly known by its ope...
What are common Torah questions?
Common Torah Questions Torah study encompasses thousands of years of Jewish inquiry. The most common questions fall into several broad categories, from bas...
Why are there eleven dots over the words
This is a fascinating question in Torah scholarship! You're referring to the eleven nekudot (dots) that appear above certain words in the Torah — a phenomenon k
What is aliyah jewish prayer?
The term aliyah (עֲלִיָּה) in the context of Jewish prayer refers to the honor of being called up to the Torah during synagogue services to recite blessing...
What is chabad bible?
The term "Chabad Bible" most commonly refers to "The Torah: Chabad Translation" or, more specifically, the English translation and commentary on the Torah...
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