Shabbat 6:4
Jan 1, 2008 By Daniel Nevins
What may one carry on Shabbat? Are weapons like jewelry or like tools?
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Bikkurim 3:7
Jan 1, 2008 By Daniel Nevins
How do we balance the integrity of a ritual with the need to invite participation by the masses?
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Hallah 3:5
Jan 1, 2008 By Daniel Nevins
According to Numbers chapter 15, verse 20, a portion of dough must be given as a gift to the priest. This obligation is, however, limited to certain circumstances. Only dough from one of the five grains (wheat, barley, spelt, oats, or rye), in volume exceeding one kav, and that belongs to a Jew is liable for this tax.
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Ma’aser Sheini 3:1
Jan 1, 2008 By Daniel Nevins
What religious obligations can be outsourced, and which must be personally performed?
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Terumot 6:3
Jan 1, 2008 By Daniel Nevins
Who pays the penalty for eating forbidden foods—the host or the guest?
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Shevi’it 10:8
Jan 1, 2008 By Daniel Nevins
When may you accept or decline additional favors?
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