Dec 16, 2024 · For some tea-sipping, sugar-cube aficionados, what was a common way for Russians—both Jewish and not—to take their tea is a tradition that has evolved into the …

Nov 11, 2020 · Rabbi Sacks’ tenure as Chief Rabbi was dedicated to creating the “nation of leaders” that prophet Elijah spoke of, allowing us to be who we are and encouraging us to …

Nov 26, 2004 · In keeping with the custom of making it a “Festival of Lights,” many Russian Jews practiced what is known as the Flaming Tea Ceremony. Celebrants dip lumps of sugar in …

Jul 25, 2018 · Rabbis have debated the proper way to make tea on Shabbat for more than two hundred years. This debate illuminates many of the issues regarding the biblically prohibited …

I was sitting here, at my desk, reading through the weeks Parasha while sipping my tea, when a few verses jumped out at me. I read them a few times, and closed the Chumash, to think a …

Apr 16, 2018 · According to the Mishnah Berurah (שם ס"ק כ"ט) and the Kaf HaChaim (שם אות מ"ג), however, the consensus of the Poskim is that the first viewpoint is correct, and one who …

Nov 29, 2008 · It is for these reasons that the prohibition applies primarily when the eating or drinking is an indulgence. However, water is permitted; and even tea or coffee without sugar or …

Aug 10, 2021 · Making tea or coffee on Shabbos involves a number of halachos, and depends on the type of coffee or tea. There are a few terms that we need to know before studying the …

Many Acharonim permit drinking coffee and tea, specifically when one needs it to concentrate on davening; adding flavor enhancers is questionable (see Mishna Berura 89:22). Bemare …

It is for these reasons that the prohibition applies primarily when the eating or drinking is an indulgence. However, water is permitted; and even tea or coffee without sugar or milk is …