Shabbos

Do we truly appreciate the gift of Shabbos? And are we adequately prepared to observe its myriad halachos?

Hilchos Shabbos, Based on the Teachings of Harav Yisroel Belsky zt"l, illuminates the topic of Shabbos observance like never before, with halachos ranging from activities on Erev Shabbos, to making early Shabbos, to Shabbos in sleepaway camp. An in-depth discussion on hilchos eruv, statements regarding the potential halachic pitfalls of new technologies, and a unique section of Shabbos-related questions posed to Harav Yisroel Belsky and his answers, are only some of the fascinating resources found in this sefer. In addition, poignant vignettes highlight Harav Belsky's own love for Shabbos and his family's conduct on this special day.

Bestselling author Rabbi Moishe Dovid Lebovits once again presents another valuable sefer to the public - one that will forever enhance the holiest day of the week and enable us to truly reap its benefits. Learn More

Should a person worry about ayin hara? What are the most effective defenses against ayin hara?

May one who will be on an airplane for an entire night of Chanukah use a flashlight for ner Chanukah?

If it is difficult for someone to make it to shul, may he hear krias haTorah or Megillas Esther read over the telephone?

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Rav Zev Smith is a popular maggid shiur and much sought-after speaker on halachic issues who has thousands of recorded shiurim in circulation on a wide range of interesting and relevant, day-to-day topics. His unique blend of halachah and hashkafah, and his knack for explaining difficult concepts in a down-to-earth, practical way, draw both scholars and laymen who seek a thorough grasp of halachah topics. In this fascinating book, he and Rabbi Dovid Kaiser, a previously published author of Torah works as well as a maggid shiur in halachah, have adapted some of the best of Rav Smith's halachah shiurim into written form. Arranged according to the months of the year, What's the Halachah? follows a specific, reader-friendly format. Each chapter begins with a set of intriguing questions on a topic in halachah, which is followed by a broad discussion of the halachic issues the topic involves. The chapter concludes with an application of the information discussed to the initial queries.

What's the Halachah? is a book that will do more than just teach you halachah; it will open before you the vastness and the beauty of the world of halachah. Learn More

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This excellent sefer of questions and answers is presented in a clear, engaging way, sure to keep the whole family entertained over the Shabbos table.

“A Shabbos table needs to be warm, productive, and fun-filled. This sefer will help you achieve this.” —Rav Dovid Kaplan, author of the Impact! series.

“The Haggadah teaches us that we learn best through questions and answers. In this excellent sefer, the mechaber, shlita, has followed this method to increase our knowledge of hilchos Shabbos. It deserves great success.” —Rav Mattisyahu Salomon, Beth Medresh Govoha. Learn More