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A Bissel
A "bissel" in Yiddish means "a little bit". Here you will find nuggets of Jewish halacha regarding all parts of Jewish life. They will appear weekly so check back often!




Chava and Tu B'Shevat - Reconciling Our Past and Recognizing Our Future Potential PDF Print E-mail

Renewing Our Relationship with the Tree ....where have we come from and where are we going?  What are our mistakes and what is our potential for the future?  How can we use the example of Chava to look at ourselves and draw strength to grow?

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Bentching (Grace After Meals) PDF Print E-mail
You've noshed away and now you are ready to pull away from the table.  But wait, not only do you bless Hashem before you eat, but you also are to bless Him once you have eaten and you are satisfied.  Ever wonder how to fulfill that commandment?  Below are the blessings based on types of food and quantity.
 
Berachot for Food PDF Print E-mail

Ever want to nosh on something and are unsure of which berachah (blessing) to say?  There is a method for understanding which one to say...

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Kiryat Shema PDF Print E-mail

Kiryat Shema (saying the Shema) is more than saying a few lines casually.  There is halacha surrounding the proper recitation. 

 

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New Vessels PDF Print E-mail

When purchasing a new glass or metal  utensil/pot/object to be used in the kitchen for drinking, cooking, or eating purposes, you must first mikveh the item in a living body of water.

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