When is the Mitzvah of lighting accomplished? The Gemara (Shabbat 22b) teaches the concept of “Hadlaka Osa Mitzvah”, that is, […] Read More
Category: Chanukah
The Shulhan Aruch (O.H. 671:7), based on the Gemara (Shabbat 21a), rules that it is a Mitzvah to place the […] Read More
What if One Travels on Hanukkah? There are certain situations in which one will find oneself outside of one’s home […] Read More
Which Olive Oil is Preferable? The Gemara (Shabbat 23b) explains that one who is careful regarding the Mitzvah of lighting the Menorah will be […] Read More
Since the oil used in the Menora is designated (“Muktze”) for the purpose of a Mitzva, it should not be used for mundane […] Read More
In general, Sepharadim follow the opinion of the Shulhan Aruch (Orah Haim 671:2), which says that regardless of the number […] Read More
The Gemara (Shabbat 23b) explains that one who is careful regarding the Mitzvah of lighting the Menorah will be granted children who are Torah […] Read More
There are certain situations in which one will find oneself outside of one’s home on Hanukkah at the time of […] Read More
The Gemara (Shabbat 23a, Sukka 46a) and later, the Shulhan Aruch (Orah Haim 676:1) rule that three blessings are recited […] Read More
The Shulhan Aruch (Orah Haim 671:5) says that the Menora should be placed on the outside of the entrance of one’s home […] Read More