Ask the Rabbi: Shehecheyanu on Winning a Court Case

Using Dishes of Unknown Type

Tasting Meat Liquids

When I cook for Shabbat, I like to taste the chicken soup and gravies to make sure they are properly spiced. Does that “make me fleishig”?

Throwing Out Leftovers

It pains me to throw out leftovers. Often, after a few days, it is clear that no one will eat any more (although they are still edible), and my family wants me to throw them out. We asked a rabbi, who told us to put them in a bag before throwing into the garbage. My family thought this was strange. Must that be done?

Washing Hands after Leaving a Hospital

When visiting a hospital, I saw a kohen alert sign. Upon leaving, should I have done netilat yadayim due to exposure to tumah?

Answering Amen to Hamakom Yenachem

Should a mourner (or others present) answer Amen to the words of consolation, “Hamakom yenachem etchem b’toch she’ar aveili Tzion v’Yerushalayim”?

Joining Pieces of Dough for Obligation of Hafrashat Challa