Hello, My question is as follows. It is coming up on the second yartzheit of my father, z’l, who passed away on Shushan Purim. Since it is a double Adar this year when do I observe the yartzheit? Thank you. Answer: For somebody who died on Adar of an ordinary year, Shulchan Aruch (568:7) writes […]
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Importance of Circumcision
Why is circumcision part of the Jewish religion? Please explain in detail according to scripture. Answer: Circumcision is one of the mitzvos of the Torah, as the verse states, “On the eighth day, the flesh of his foreskin shall be circumcised.” Aside from this, however, it represents the covenant that was struck between God and […]
“Valley of Dry Bones” prophecy
What’s your interpretation of Ezekiel’s “Valley of Dry Bones” prophecy? Answer: Much has been written concerning this prophecy. The general message, however, is a message of hope. I will quote only the words of the Gemara (Sanhedrin 92b), which cites a number of opinions as to who the dry bones belonged to. According to one […]