Jewish Calendar
Find answers to your questions about Jewish law and outlook
Blessing and counting of the Omer
What is the law for someone who errs in counting?
Haircuts and shaving
From which day is it permissible to get a haircut?
Weddings and music
Is it permissible to conduct a Torah scroll dedication during the days of the Omer?
Blessing and counting of the Omer
What is the law for a minor who knows how to bless and count but skipped a day?
Blessing and counting of the Omer
What is the law for a boy who becomes Bar Mitzvah during the days of the Omer?
Shavuos
What is the commandment to eat and drink for the joy of the holiday?
Yom Tov
When the holiday falls on Sunday, how should one prepare with fire and candles on Friday evening?
Eiruv tavshilin
Is it permissible to take cooked food out of the freezer on Shabbat for Yom Tov?
Yom Tov
When should one eat the third meal when the holiday falls on Sunday?
Yom Tov
Is there a reason to increase eating and drinking on Isru Chag?
Shehecheyanu
Is it permissible to recite the Shehechiyanu blessing during the Three Weeks?
Shehecheyanu
Is it permissible to buy and renew clothes that do not require the Shehecheyanu blessing?
Spare time and entertainment during the Three Weeks
Is it permitted to swim in a pool and river until Rosh Chodesh Av?
Haircuts and shaving during the Three Weeks
Is it permissible to get a haircut during the Three Weeks?
Shopping during the Three Weeks
Is it permitted to wash and comb a wig during the Three Weeks?