Podcasts about Shulchan Aruch

108 Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi - 56:6-67:5 [Mistaken Beracha. Hungry, New Beracha?]

109 Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 57:6-58:7 [Fragrances. Atzei, Isvei, Minei Besamim. Correct Berachos]

Learning weekly at Shirat David Efrat Our Relationship Flow focused by Likutei Halachos with additional inspiration from Gedale Fenster's New Book “Surrender” we continue on with the first Halacha from Shulchan Aruch uniting Shechinah, Emuna & Going Forward. To begin the day the Soulmate focused way…Cover pic Nissim Black with Lions

The Rebbe addresses concerns about Chalav Akum causing doubts in faith and the education of youth in the US. He encourages the recipient to remain steadfast in communal efforts, such as establishing a Mechitzah, reminding him not to be intimidated by those who mock, as stated in the beginning of Shulchan Aruch. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/004/6017

התוכן [המשך] מקור לדבר ע"ד התועלת להתחיל "להרעיש" אודות עניני פורים ל' יום לפני פורים – הוא משנה: "באחד באדר משמיעין (שפירושו "מכריזין") על השקלים", "כדי שיביאו ישראל את שקליהן בעונתן . . באחד בניסן". ומה שאדה"ז בשו"ע אינו מזכיר – על יסוד משנה זו – גם אודות ל' יום לפני הפורים הוא – כי החיוב ד"ל' יום לפני הרגל" אינו אלא בענינים מיוחדים (כמו בנוגע לחיוב להביא ג' קרבנות ברגלים, ו"תקנה זו לא נתבטלה אף לאחר חורבן ביהמ"ק"), אבל אא"פ לקבוע חיוב כזה בנוגע לכל ענין של יהדות! אבל כדי לתקן ולהשלים את מה שחסרו בהפעולות דימי הפורים בשנה שעברה – בודאי אין "עוולה" להשתמש ב"עצה" המיוסדת על משנה זו – להתחיל "להרעיש" אודות עניני פורים ל' יום לפנ"ז! לא אדה"ז, לא נשיא דורנו ולא יצרו הטוב יבואו אליו ב"טענות", רק ה"א-ל זר אשר בקרבך"... ועוד ענין: מדובר ע"ד לעורר יהודי להוסיף בענין של שמחה – הרי אפילו אם יתברר שאין זה בגדר מצוה ומנהג וכו' מהי ה"עוולה" שבדבר?!משיחת יום א' פ' תשא, פורים קטן ה'תשמ"ו ל"הנחה פרטית" או התרגום ללה"ק של השיחה: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=11-02-2026 Synopsis (Continued). Regarding the benefit of beginning to make a tumult about Purim thirty days before Purim, there is a source for it a Mishnah: “On the first of Adar, an announcement is made regarding the shekalim” so that the people will bring their shekalim by the first of Nissan. The reason the Alter Rebbe doesn't mention anything about thirty days before Purim in his Shulchan Aruch is because the obligation of preparing thirty days before applies only to certain things (such as the obligation upon every individual to bring three korbanos on the Festivals); it would be is impossible to make it an obligation to prepare for every aspect of Yiddishkeit thirty days beforehand! However, when we see that last year we were lacking in terms of the activities related to Purim, there is certainly nothing wrong with applying this advice from the Mishna and beginning to campaign about Purim thirty days in advance. Neither the Alter Rebbe, nor the Nasi of our generation, nor one's yetzer tov, will come with any complaints; the complaints will come only from the “foreign god who is within you”… Additionally: we are talking about inspiring another Jew to increase in something joyous. So even if it turns out that it is not exactly a mitzvah or custom etc., what is the wrongdoing in that?!Excerpt from sichah of Sunday, parashas Sisa, Purim Katan 5746 For a transcript in English of the Sicha: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=11-02-2026

106 [1.29] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 53:3-54:3 [Drinking Pickle Juice. Raisin. Raisin Wine. Ikkur vTafel]

104 [1.27] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 52:8 - 15 [Wild plants, Nuts, Unripe Fruits]

103 [1.26] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 52:1-7 [Ha'Eitz Ha'adamah. Shehakol. Fruits & Veggies, Mushrooms]

התוכן דובר לעיל אודות הזירוז בעניני הפורים ל' יום לפני החג. המענה לשואלים היכן הוא המקור לכך?! ובפרט שאדה"ז בשו"ע בריש הל' פסח כשכותב אודות תקנת חכמים לדרוש ברבים הלכות החג ל' יום לפני החג – אינו מזכיר מאומה אודות ל' יום לפני הפורים! – המציאות היא שלאחרי כל ה"שטורעם" בעניני הפורים בשנים שעברו, ואכן פעלו "עולם ומלואו" – יכלו "להרעיש" עוד יותר, אפילו לגבי השנים והדורות שלפנ"ז! ועל השאלה מהו ההכרח לזה, ומה לא טוב אם יפעלו באותה מדה כבשנה שעברה?! ובפרט שלזה צריך להנהיג דברים חדשים – להרעיש אודות הפעולות דימי הפורים ל' יום לפנ"ז...?! – כיון שמשנה שעברה ניתוספו ענינים בלתי רצויים, הרי לא רק שמותר אלא מצווים עפ"י תורה להוסיף בעניני קדושה על מנת לבטל ענינים אלו (וכמו שזה היפך התורה לא להשתמש בתרופות חדשות שלא היו בזמן אבותינו, ומה גם שבימינו ניתוספו מחלות חדשות ר"ל)! [המשך יבוא]משיחת יום א' פ' תשא, פורים קטן ה'תשמ"ו ל"הנחה פרטית" או התרגום ללה"ק של השיחה: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=10-02-2026 Synopsis Some have asked: what is the source for the practice of starting to campaign about Purim thirty days before the holiday? Especially considering that in his Shulchan Aruch, where the Alter Rebbe talks about the Rabbinic requirement of publicly expounding the laws of the festival thirty days before the festival, he doesn't mention anything about doing so thirty days before Purim? But the reality is that even with all the noise made about Purim in previous years, and although it is true that a great deal was accomplished – the fact is that more could still have been done. And as for the question of why it is necessary to introduce new practices, when we could simply continue doing what we've been doing until now – the answer is that when there is a new illness in the world, chas v'shalom, you have to introduce a new cure for it. Nobody would suggest that the Torah forbids using new types of medicine (with respect to the laws of overriding Shabbos etc.) just because those medicines didn't exist in the time of our ancestors; indeed, forbidding the use of such medicine would be contrary to Torah. Similarly, since there has been an increase over the past year in undesirable things in the world, therefore, to counter that negative increase, it is not only permissible, but an obligation according to Torah, to increase in holiness. (To be continued.)Excerpt from sichah of Sunday, parashas Sisa, Purim Katan 5746 For a transcript in English of the Sicha: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=10-02-2026

1)      Our minhag is that on Friday night the two Challos are held together, parallel, back to back. But for the day meal, the right Challoh is lifted slightly above the left Challoh. Why the difference? [1]2)      Many sports jackets, and sweaters too, have square corners in the front, two above and two below. Do these corners present an issue re. adding Tzitzis?[2]3)      In his Sidur, the Alter Rebbe advises to round off the corner of a blanket used during the day. Why is that not followed widely?[3] 4)     Should a man put on his gartel for bentshing?[4]5)      When a child is born, what brocho does the father say?[5]6)      I woke up before dawn and washed negel vasser, said brochos etc.. When dawn happens, need I wash Netilas Yodayim again?[6]7)      What is the brocho for apple-sauce?[7]8)      In the recent discussion re. checking out of a hotel Shabbos, you mentioned that to allow movement of candlesticks, the permitted item must be more valuable that the candlesticks. Shulchan Aruch, however, implies the needto outweigh only the light.[8] 9)      One davening in Shul at his own pace, should he say the 2nd יקום פורקן and the follow-on Mishebeirach?[9]10)  Feedback on listening to chimes from a NJ place of worship:To sponsor a Shiur – to honour a special occasion -contact: dayan@lubavitchuk.com[1] כ"כ באג"ק חי"ח ע' שסא. שאלה:בתו"א ס"פ בשלח מבואר טעם אחיזת שתי החלות אב"א בשווה, מטעםאו"ח – שאין בו מעלה ומטה, ע"כ. לכאורה ליל שבת שייך לשלימות הבריאה,סדר השתלשלות, ואילו יום השבת הוא מנוחה בעצם, למעלה ממנוחה ממלאכה, עלייה למעלה.וא"כ למה ביום השבת יש להגבי' הלחם הימני קצת?י"ל:בשו"ע כתוב שע"פ קבלה יבצע בליל שבת את הלחם התחתון, אבל ביום יבצע אתהעליון, ע"כ. ויש לשער שהתחתון שייך לספירת המלכות, חקת"ק. לפי זהי"ל שגם למנהג האריז"ל שבלילה הם שווים, מקיים ענין הביצוע מן התחתון –כי אינו בוצע מן העליון. אבל ביום, שאין ההדגשה על המלכות, כי אם על עתיקא קדישא,בוצע מן העליון קצת. שו"ר בכף החיים סי' רסב סק"ד בשם מהר"ש ויטאל,שכאשר יש רק שני ככרות, "כשבצע, יגבי' העליון מעט מן התחתון". אלא שלאחילק בין ליל שבת ליומו.[2] בשוע"ר סי' י סכ"ב מורה ליר"שלהחמיר לעצמו. בסדור סתם להחמיר.[3] בשוע"ר סי' יחס"ה מורה לעגל קרן של סדין או כר של צמר. בסדור הזכיר רק מכסה. האלי' רבהמחדש שדין חיוב ציצית ביום לדעת הרמב"ם (לחייב כסות לילה ביום) היינו דוקאבמתחיל לישן ביום. ועפ"ז כתבנו (מילואים לסדור רבה"ז סימן ז) ליישב מנהגהעולם להקל בזה.[4] בפסקי תשובות סימן קפגאות ז הביא שיש שהקפידו לחגור אבנט לבהמ"ז. [5] ראה סדר ברכת הנהניןפי"ב הי"ב – לברך כל ל' יום כשנהנה ושמח בראייתה. ועדיין צ"ב דיןמי שלא בירך בראיי' ראשונה.[6] בשוע"ר מהדו"ק סי'  [7] ראה סדור בית יעקב המיוחס לר' יעקבעמדין ע' קח. אך אין רשימה זו מופיעה בסדור ר"י עמדין המקורי. [8] ראה פסקי תשובות סי' רעט אות ד. [9]  צילום מסדור 'דרך ישרה' (פ"פתנ"ז) שם.​

Learning ahead in Likutei Halachos 3:1 Rebbe Nosson Talmid of Rebbe Nachman of Breslov shares a deep concept that apply based on the first Halachos of Shulchan Aruch in Renewing our Emuna in the Morning, & then re aligning through the day like the Scheinah. Discovering Hashgacha Pratis aka Divine Flow, and bringing into your marriage, your business and daily life enhancing ourselves with more alignment. Cover Pic Sholom and Eli Goldsmith - Check out Sholom - https://wa.me/message/67IK336DHANME1Thank you all - Climax to the Israel Tour with blessings all round… UnityInspireProjects.com x Gedale.com x ShiratDavid.com …Good work all, shared with Gedale and onwards, thanks

102 [1.25] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 51:8-end [Al Hamichya: Wine, Mezonos Order. Borei Nefashos Explained]

We continue to learn the first Likutei Halachos from the beginning of Shulchan Aruch. Rebbe Nosson Talmid of Rebbe Nachman of Breslov Zya guides us in “face our stuff, don't stuff our face” Gedale Fenster style Torah. Elevating souls and speech that seems from themselves to be far from Hashem, to bring them close by restraining ourselves from Desires in Eating, Drinking and Speaking. These Toras especially Shovavim Renew our Emuna…Cover pic Gedale's new book “Surrender” Book Signing at JTLV, and continuing at the coming Israel Events… https://youtube.com/shorts/h2qdkkRqzMg?si=Jy-YTMWAqla-wiPRGet the last Tickets Now

99 [1.22] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 50:3-10 [How To Make Beracha. Spilled, Dropped Food. Forgot To Make a Beracha]

This episode continues the laws of Borer as applied to filtering liquids on Shabbos. We explore when filtering wine, water, and other drinks is permitted—focusing on the key distinction between clear and cloudy liquids. If a drink is already fit to consume without filtering, straining it may be allowed, even if small particles remain. The discussion contrasts using a designated filter versus ordinary clothing, highlighting concerns of laundering (libun) and weekday-like activity. Differences between opinions, including the Rambam and the Shulchan Aruch, are clarified, along with practical cases such as fermenting wine and the broader implications for modern questions like filtering beverages. The episode concludes with guidance on making a proper shinui when required.

98 [1.21] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 49:7-50:2 [Hatov uMeitiv When & How. Berachos To Benefit From This World]

97 [1.20] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 49:1-6 [Hagafen Basics. When It Exempts Other Liquids. Don't Mix Water In]

95 [1.18] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 47:22-48:5 [Mezonos Bread, Pizza, When Do You Have To Wash]

In this week's episode we celebrate Tu Bishvat by exploring the Shulchan Aruch and the Pri Etz Hadar, examining how a day historically framed as a legal timekeeper and distinguished only by the omission of somber prayers is now seen as a cornerstone for modern Jewish environmentalism. We discuss how the holiday's timing is rooted in the Gemara's observation of accumulated rainfall, serving as a ritualized reminder of the essential role water plays in our lives and the shifting patterns of our climate.  We examine how the Tu Bishvat seder and the practice of eating dried fruit foster a deeper connection to the land, cultivating gratitude for nature's future abundance and finding hope in the promise of growth during the year's leanest months. Follow along with the source sheet here: voices.sefaria.org/sheets/694301

Rabbi Shalom Rosner delivers a shiur on Tchumin from Volume 22 of the Tzurba M'Rabanan series.Get all Tzurba volumes free when you join our email list and begin your own path of serious Torah learning.

Rabbi Shalom Rosner delivers part one of a shiur on Eruvin from Volume 22 of the Tzurba M'Rabanan series.Get all Tzurba volumes free when you join our email list and begin your own path of serious Torah learning.

Rabbi Shalom Rosner delivers part two of a shiur on Hotza'ah from Volume 22 of the Tzurba M'Rabanan series.Get all Tzurba volumes free when you join our email list and begin your own path of serious Torah learning.

92 [1.15] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 46:30-40 [Bugs, Mites, Worms in Fruits & Vegetables]

90 [1.13] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 46:4-16 [Basar b'Chalav. 1 Table, Meal, Bread, Salt. When Need 6 Hrs.Hard Cheese. Davar Charif]

התוכן אדה"ז כותב בעצמו באגה"ק דביום ההילולא "כל מעשיו ותורתו ועבודתו אשר עבד כל ימי חייו .. מתגלה ומאיר .. ופועל ישועות בקרב הארץ". ומפרש רש"י [דהוא מפרש "פשוטו של מקרא", והרי דוקא על פשוטו של מקרא נאמר ש"אין מקרא יוצא מידי פשוטו", משא"כ רמז דרוש וסוד, אף שבודאי הם אמת, אבל יכולים להיות בגדר של "יוצא" מידי מקרא] בסיום חמישי דפ' וארא עה"פ "כי אני ה' בקרב הארץ": "אע"פ ששכינתי בשמים – גזרתי מתקיימת בתחתונים". והיינו – מן הקצה אל הקצה: "שכינתי בשמים" כולל גם דרגא הכי נעלית בשמים, ומ"מ "גזרתי מתקיימת בתחתונים", דהכוונה כאן היא למצרים – ערות הארץ! דדוקא "כל הגבוה גבוה יותר – יורד למטה מטה יותר". והנה בין "כל מעשיו ותורתו ועבודתו אשר עבד כל ימי חייו" של אדה"ז הנה "הנפש אשר עשו" הוא העיקר. דהגם שהוא כתב את התניא ושו"ע וכו', הרי עפ"י מאחז"ל "מחשבתן של ישראל קדמה לכל דבר", כולל לתורה, היינו שהקשר בין הקב"ה וישראל הוא נעלה יותר מהקשר עם התורה, ועד"ז בנוגע לאדה"ז ש"דומין לבוראן", שאע"פ שהכניס את עצמו גם בתורתו, אבל אי"ז מגיע לפעולתו עם בנ"י – "הנפש אשר עשו" [המשך יבוא].משיחת אור ליום ד' פ' וארא, כ"ד טבת ה'תשמ"א ל"הנחה פרטית" או התרגום ללה"ק של השיחה: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=14-01-2026 Synopsis The Alter Rebbe himself writes in Iggeres HaKodesh that on the day of a tzaddik's hilulah “all his deeds, his Torah, and his service that he worked all the days of his life…are revealed and shine…and work salvations in the midst of the land.” On the words (at the end of chamishi of parashas Va'iera), “that I am Hashem in the midst of the land,” Rashi (who explains the “simple meaning of the verse,” from which “a verse never departs,” in contrast to remez, derush, and sod, which are certainly true, but from which a verse may still “depart”) states, “Though My presence is in heaven, My decree takes effect in the lower realm.” Meaning, it goes from one extreme to the other: “My presence is in heaven” includes even the loftiest levels of heaven, but nevertheless, “My decree takes effect in the lower realm,” which refers to Egypt, the lowliest place on earth. Because “the higher something is, the lower it descends.” Regarding the Alter Rebbe, his primary “deeds, Torah, and service that he worked all the days of his life” is “the souls that he acquired.” Although he wrote the Tanya and the Shulchan Aruch etc., the Sages taught, “the thought of the Jewish people preceded everything,” including Torah, meaning that the bond between Hashem and the Jewish people is higher than His bond with Torah, and the same is true of the Alter Rebbe (because “Tzaddikim are similar to their Creator”): although he certainly invested himself in his Torah teachings, that doesn't reach the level of his influence on the Jewish people, “the souls that he acquired.” (To be continued.)Excerpt from sichah of Tuesday night, parashas Va'eira, 24 Teves 5741 For a transcript in English of the Sicha: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=14-01-2026 לזכות הת' דובער שי' יוניק ליום ההולדת שלו כ"ה טבת - לשנת ברכה והצלחה, ואריכות ימים ושנים טובותנדבת הוריו ר' דוד וזוגתו מרת חנה שיחיו יוניק

88 [1.11] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 45:9-16 [Mitzvah To Find a 3rd For Zimun. Leave Zimun Early? Wedding Zimun]

89 [1.12] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 45:17-46:3 [Zimun, 2 Finish Early. Large Meal Zimun. Answering W/o Eating]

87 [1.10] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 45:3-8 [Pogum Blemished Wine. Full Cup Kos Shel Beracha. Lead Zimun]

85 [1.8] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 44:5-13 [Mayim Achronim. Forgetting To Bentch. Bentching Different Location]

התוכן [המשך] ועד"ז מצינו הדגשה מיוחדת במעשה בפועל אצל אדה"ז בתפילה: כידוע גדול ההפלאה בעבודת התפילה של אדה"ז וכו'. ב"ואהבת לרעך כמוך" ברוחניות: בהוראת הרב המגיד כתב את השו"ע (אע"פ שחשש מהאחריות וכו') שממנו הוראה יוצאה לכאו"א מישראל בחיי היום יום (ואף שמצינו גם שו"ת בהלכה משאר רבותינו נשיאינו, אבל זה לא נתפשט בכל תפוצות ישראל כ"שו"ע הרב"). בפנימיות התורה: כתיבת ספר התניא, "ספר של בינונים", ש"מדת הבינוני היא מדת כל אדם ואחרי' כל אדם ימשוך". ומכ"ז רואים איך שאדה"ז הוריד את כללות שיטתו ופרטי' במעשה בחייו האישיים. וההוראה: אע"פ ש"מי ידמה לו ומי ישוה לו" לאדה"ז, אבל מכיון שהוא "רועה נאמן", ושיטתו שייכת לכל ישראל – ה"ז מוכיח שכל אחד יכול ללמוד מזה וכו'. משיחת י"ט כסלו ה'תשכ"ט ל"הנחה פרטית" או התרגום ללה"ק של השיחה: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=13-01-2026 Synopsis (Continued.) Similarly, we find a special emphasis on actual practice in the Alter Rebbe's conduct in tefillah, as known regarding the Alter Rebbe's extraordinary avodas hatefillah etc. And with regards to Ahavas Yisroel in the spiritual sense, as seen in the fact that, at the Magid's request, and despite his concern about taking such a responsibility, the Alter Rebbe authored the Shulchan Aruch, which provides halachic rulings for every Jew's daily life. (Although the other Rebbeim also authored halachic responsa, they did not become as widespread among all Jewish communities as the Shulchan Aruch HaRav.) And with regards to the inner dimension of Torah, the Alter Rebbe authored the Sefer HaTanya, the “Sefer for Beinonim,” which “is the level of every person, and every person should strive for it.” From all of this we see how the Alter Rebbe embodied his approach, generally and specifically, practically in his personal life. And while “who can be likened to him and who is equal to” the Alter Rebbe, nevertheless, since he is a “faithful shepherd,” and his approach is relevant to every Jew – that proves that everyone can learn from it.Excerpt from sichah of 19 Kislev 5729 For a transcript in English of the Sicha: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=13-01-2026 לזכות שטערנא שרה בת נחמה דינה תחי' ליום ההולדת שלה כ"ד-כ"ה טבת - לשנת ברכה והצלחה, ואריכות ימים ושנים טובות

80 [1.3] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 41:1-7 [Bread. Hamotzi. How To Cut. Large Piece. 10 Fingers. Lift Bread]

84 [1.7] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 43:4-44:4 [Fruit, Dessert, Coffee. Mayim Achronim. Knives On Table]

If a person is going through difficulties, the natural reaction is to ask, "Why me? What did I do to deserve this?" He then feels bad about the situation and remains in that state until it goes away. However, if he reacts that way, he is losing out on a golden opportunity. The purpose of this world is to utilize every circumstance that Hashem places a person into to its fullest, and thereby gain eternal life. The Chafetz Chaim writes that the main goodness a person will receive in the future depends on how he reacts to the ways Hashem dealt with him here. If he internalizes that Hashem is always doing the absolute best for him, even though it does not appear that way, he will rise to the greatest levels, and his table in the future will be overflowing with good. The Orchot Tzaddikim writes that if a person performs a mitzvah with joy, his reward is a thousand times greater than if he were to do it as a chore. That joy will give him the merit to have success in his endeavors and to rise in levels of spirituality, to the point that Hashem will reveal secrets to him from above. The joy a person experiences while doing a mitzvah is itself a mitzvah. If a person is experiencing difficulty, he has a mitzvah to accept that Hashem is doing this for his benefit, as stated in the Shulchan Aruch. If he fulfills that mitzvah with joy, it will earn him a thousand times more reward and elevate him tremendously. The Baal Shem Tov writes that when a person is in a state of joy and happiness, he can bring about great salvations. Being depressed and complaining accomplishes nothing, whereas being accepting and joyful can give a person everything. Rabbeinu Yonah writes in Mishlei (perek gimel, pasuk yud alef) that if a person gives much charity and is exceedingly careful in the performance of all the mitzvot, yet is unsuccessful in business and has great difficulty earning parnassah, or experiences other forms of suffering despite being so good, he must strengthen himself in bitachon and accept the way Hashem is dealing with him with love. He must understand that what is happening to him is truly for the best. He says, what the person is experiencing in his life is better than all the wealth, tranquility, and success this world has to offer, because all of that passes in a fleeting moment. This world is so temporary in comparison to the next world, and one moment of pleasure there is better than all the pleasure that can ever be experienced in this world combined. A person does not know what is truly good for him; only Hashem does. Sometimes tranquility is good, and sometimes difficulty is good. Therefore, a person should never be upset with Hashem. Rabbeinu Yonah adds that this attitude is a wondrous level to reach in bitachon, and the reward for it is incomprehensible. I once read a story of a man who was diagnosed with a serious illness. He went through years of treatments, hospital visits, pain, and uncertainty. His livelihood was affected and all of his plans were dissolved, yet no one could believe the attitude he maintained throughout the experience. When people visited him, they expected frustration and anger, but instead they were met with a smile and words of emunah. One day a friend could not hold back any longer and asked him directly, "How do you keep saying Baruch Hashem? You are in so much pain, you have lost so much—don't you feel broken?" He answered, "Yes, it hurts. But pain does not mean Hashem does not love me. It means He trusts me." The doctors and nurses were in awe of his demeanor, and he made a tremendous Kiddush Hashem. Baruch Hashem, he recovered and continues to live his life with joy and emunah. The levels he reached through his acceptance during those few years are levels people often do not reach in decades when everything is going smoothly. We do not ask for difficulties, but if they ever come, we do not want to waste the opportunity. The greatest thing we can do is accept them with love and emunah.

76 [12.30] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 121:1-5 [Laws & Purpose of Fast Days. Asarah b'Teves. Tisha b'Av etc]

75 [12.29] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 38:9-39:1 [Chalav Akuk Stam Yisroel. Foods Before A Meal, Beracha Achronah]

74 [12.28] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 37:10-38:8 [Tevilas Keilim River. Bread Pas/ Bishul Akum. OU. Cleaning Lady]

73 [12.27] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 36:27-37:9 [Tevilas Keilim. Beracha. Materials. Children]

71 [12.25] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi: 35:8-36:10 [Forgot To Take Challah. Melicha Soaking Salting Type of Salt]

62 [12.16] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 139:5-11 [Mehadrin min HaMehadrin. Silver Menorah. Placement of Menorah]

64 [12.18] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 139:20-end [Leftover Oil, Wicks. Al HaNissim. Forgetting. Laining Chanukah]

65 [12.19] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 32:23-end [Health. Sleep. Washing. Clean Air. Mold. Light]

66 [12.20] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 33:1-6 [Sakanah Fish Meat. Sweat. Giluy: Uncovered Liquids. Food Under Bed]

68 [12.22] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 34:1-4 [Tzedakah. Ma'aser. Obligated To Give. Gods Treasurer. Chomeish.]

61 [11.15] Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Yomi 139:1-4 [Chanukah 1:Story. Women Don't Work. Milklky]

59 [11.13] Kituzr Shulchan Aruch Yomi 32:8-15 [Diets. How Many Meals Daily?]

Why do we light Chanukah candles in shul—if no one fulfills their obligation with that lighting?A sincere question asked between Mincha and Maariv (from a Yid wearing a Chanukah kippah—so of course it had to be taken seriously