Mitzvos (Commandments)
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Anatomy of the Tefillin
Can you tell me what are the names of the different parts of the Tefillin (phylacteries) and what are their significance (meanings)? Here are the basic components of Tefillin: a) The parchments upon which are written the 4 sections in…
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The First Year of Marriage and the Israeli Army
When a man takes a new wife, he shall not go out in the army, nor shall he be subjected to anything associated with it. He shall remain free for his home for one year and delight his wife, whom…
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Abraham’s Tithe to Malkitzedek
The bible tells us that Abraham tithed 10% of all that he had to Malkitzedek after he got his stuff back (Genesis 14:17-20) Was this the ONLY time that Abraham tithed? Did he tithe after that or before? And did…
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Blood Transfusion
Is it okay to receive a blood transfusion? What about Lev 17:10 “And whatsoever man there be of the house of Israel, or of the strangers that sojourn among them, that eateth any manner of blood, I will set My…
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Side Curls II
What is the reason some Jewish men grow long curls of hair from their Sideburns? The long curls are commonly called “Payos”, or Corners. Two reasons for growing side curls are found in the writings of the Sages: One is…
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Visitation of the Sick
It seems to me that visitation of the sick must not be as simple as I perceive it to be. Are there any guidelines in Jewish Law? Thank you for your question. There is actually an entire chapter in the…
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Different Numbers for Each Species in the Ark
Why does the text give different numbers of animals that are to be taken into the ark? The Torah requires seven pairs of kosher animals and only one pair of the non-kosher animals. The Kli Yakar, one of the classic…
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Tattoos
Why is Judiasm against having tattoos? Is it taken really seriously among the majority of jews, and are there any consequences of having one? Also, whats your opinion? G-d created us, all of humankind, with perfection. Each individual was created…
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Kosher Locusts
What are the names of the kosher locusts or grasshoppers we can eat. Do any Jews in the world sell these items? Do companies sell these items in Israel or USA? Interesting question! I’m sorry to disappoint you, but there…