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Freiers And Forgivers

There is a fine, but crucial line, between being a forgiver and a freier. Let’s be sure not to cross it.

The Shabbos Table Dilemma: Are You Clearing Your Plates Correctly?
Pistachio shells, dirty napkins, and linen tablecloths—discover the nuanced halachos of Muktzah and how to clear your table without violating Shabbos.
Respect at the Table: The Halachic Rules of a Parent's Set Seat
Does your father or mother have a fixed spot at the table? Discover the sources behind this ancient honor, when it applies, and how it impacts guests.
Break the Routine: Why Childhood Religion Is Holding Your Growth Back
Going through the motions won't transform your soul this Elul. Discover how to break free from rote habit, take ownership of your personal growth, and awaken real spiritual momentum.
How to Really Forgive When the Hurt Runs Deep
An apology isn't always enough to heal the pain. Practical steps and spiritual tools to let go of resentment this Elul.

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7 Elul 5786 | 20/8/2026

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6:07 Sunrise
8:48 Kriyat Shma MGA
9:24 Kriyat Shma GRA
12:42 Chatzot (Midday)
19:22 Sunset
19:43 Tzet Hakochavim

Shabbat Ki Tetze

9 Elul 5786

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18:41 Candle lighting
19:53 End of Shabbat
20:33 Rabeinu Tam

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I have several questions regarding the kashrut of tefilin... The top of my teflin shel yad ripped on 3/4 sides so that the inside of the tefilin was exposed. The top was glued back on, is this kosher? Also, the tefilin are very old hand-me-down tefilin. Therefore the hair that is supposed to protrude from the shel rosh is no longer really visible. I sent the tefilin to my rabbi to check out and was told that they were kosher, however he may have overlooked this problem. Since the tefilin were clearly made with this hair and it merely wore with time, is the shel rosh still kosher?

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It is difficult to answer without seeing the Tefilin, if your rabbi saw them and has ruled them Kosher you should follow his ruling. However, it sounds like it is time to purchase your self a new pair of Tefilin. You should get a good "Gassot" pair that will last you your life time and will not have any Kashrut questions. It may be terribly disappointing finding out after many years that your Tefilin you wore were not Kosher.

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Freiers And Forgivers

There is a fine, but crucial line, between being a forgiver and a freier. Let’s be sure not to cross it.

The Shabbos Table Dilemma: Are You Clearing Your Plates Correctly?

Pistachio shells, dirty napkins, and linen tablecloths—discover the nuanced halachos of Muktzah and how to clear your table without violating Shabbos.

Respect at the Table: The Halachic Rules of a Parent's Set Seat

Does your father or mother have a fixed spot at the table? Discover the sources behind this ancient honor, when it applies, and how it impacts guests.

Break the Routine: Why Childhood Religion Is Holding Your Growth Back

Going through the motions won't transform your soul this Elul. Discover how to break free from rote habit, take ownership of your personal growth, and awaken real spiritual momentum.

How to Really Forgive When the Hurt Runs Deep

An apology isn't always enough to heal the pain. Practical steps and spiritual tools to let go of resentment this Elul.

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Freiers And Forgivers

There is a fine, but crucial line, between being a forgiver and a freier. Let’s be sure not to cross it.

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Sparks of Teshuva

The month of Elul has arrived, and it's a good time to make teshuva, click here to watch Sparks of Teshuva - Ideas From Orot Hatshuvah

Days of Divine Favor

And during these days it is better to say many selichot (forgiveness prayers) the Chidah.

Selichot in Orot Hathora bat yam

with Rabbi Mordechai Kalifa rabbi of the Shul and Rabbi David Hai Hakohen head of Orot Hatorah institute

Playing Hide-and-seek with God

God plays hide-and-seek with man...God's absence evokes a longing to draw near to Him

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Lessons Series

Complaints about Contractor’s Work – part II

(based on ruling 83037.1 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)

P'ninat Mishpat: Realtor’s Fee on Large Commercial Building – part I

(based on ruling 85031 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)

P'ninat Mishpat: Complaints about Contractor’s Work – part II

(based on ruling 83037.1 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)

Regulation of Land Rights in a Settlement Extension – part V

An Individual Donation

Buying a Driving School Car

The Intersection of the Three Eichas

Overcharging of the Value of Reputation

Taking a Bus Instead of Driving

Ask the Rabbi: How to Hold the Sefer Torah During an Aliya

Ask the Rabbi: AI for Halacha

Haircut for a Bar Mitzva in the Three Weeks

Various Universal Stages of the Geula Process

Armies Still Necessary for Balance & the War Against Wars

Muscle & Meaning: The Dual Nature of Gevurah (Physical Strength)

One Humanity, One Creator, One Jerusalem

I Will Bring You Back Up – part II

I Will Bring You Back Up – part I

MORESHET SHAUL: THE STAFF OF PLEASANTNESS

MORESHET SHAUL: THE DAYS THAT THE HEAVEN IS ABOVE THE LAND – PART II

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