Rabbi Avi Weinrib
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Correcting the Torah Reader
What is the (Hebrew) title/name for the individuals who follow the Torah reading and correct the person doing the Torah reading? Thank you for your question. In general there is not one person who follows along and corrects. Usually all…
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Book on Judaism
I am new to judaism and would like to know what books etc. I would need to learn more about the religion. Please advise. Thank you for your question. I would suggest Gateway to Judaism by R’ Mordechai Becher. It…
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When the Holidays Began
I was wondering how old the holiday of Passover is. I have heard it is the oldest holiday but i was thinking Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur started first. Can you give me an answer when all theses holiday’s started?…
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Torah and Judaism
Should we do what G-d wants us to do, or what Judaism wants us to do? What if we’re not convinced that they’re the same thing? Thank you for your question. I think it is important to stress that there…
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The Rabbi Business
Are rabbis allowed to run or own a business. If yes what kind of business. Thank you for you’re question. A rabbi does not have any additional restrictions as far as owning or running a business. In fact there were…
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Fish after Meat
Can fish be eaten after (but not with) meat? Fish can be eaten after meat. One should drink something in between to wash out their mouth. Thank you. Rabbi Avi Weinrib
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Preaching Religion
There’s a person who constantly bothers people to go to synagogue even though they are not religious. Now I know keeping the religion going is important, but not all Jews are religious. What should we tell this person? While that…
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Why is poultry not pareve
Would you please explain why poultry is not considered pareve (neither meat or dairy)? Thank you for your question. You are correct. On a bibical level poultry is considered to be pareve as it is not meat. However the Talmud…