Torah Q&A
3130 answered questions with cited sources from the Sefaria library.
What is hebrew meal prayer?
The Hebrew meal prayer is called Birkat HaMazon (ברכת המזון — "Grace After Meals"), a series of blessings recited after eating a meal that included bread....
What is hafrashat challah prayer?
Hafrashat challah (separation of challah) is a Torah commandment requiring that a portion of dough be separated and given to a kohen (priest), based on Num...
How was Bilaam killed?
Bilaam (Balaam) was killed by the sword during Israel's war against Midian, as explicitly stated in Numbers 31:8. The verse lists him alongside the five ki...
What are common Torah questions?
Common Torah Questions Torah study encompasses thousands of years of Jewish inquiry. The most common questions fall into several broad categories, from bas...
What is prayer for idf soldiers in hebrew?
The traditional Hebrew prayer for IDF soldiers is called תְּפִלַּת הַחַיָּל (Tefillat HaChayal — "Prayer of the Soldier") or more commonly known by its ope...
Where is the rav chaim about פקע פגול
Rav Chaim on Peka'a Pigul (פקע פיגול) The concept you're referring to — פקע פיגול (peka'a pigul, "pigul is uprooted/nullified") — is discussed by Rav Chaim Solo
Do you know the name of any of רבי עקיבא's original 24000 תלמידים
What a fascinating question! The Talmud does preserve the names of several of Rabbi Akiva's students, though the famous 24,000 who died during the Sefirat HaOme
What is torah blessings in hebrew?
The blessings over the Torah (Birkhot HaTorah) are a set of Hebrew blessings recited each morning before engaging in Torah study. They are among the most f...
What is the Hanukkah prayer and what are the blessings?
The Hanukkah Prayers and Blessings Hanukkah features several prayers and blessings recited during the eight days of the holiday. The central ritual is the...
What is chabad psalms for healing?
Chabad has a specific custom of reciting designated chapters of Tehillim (Psalms) for healing of the sick (refuat hacholeh). The primary chapters recited a...
What is blessing for candles shabbat?
The blessing recited when lighting Shabbat candles is: "Baruch Atah Adonai, Eloheinu Melech ha-olam, asher kid'shanu b'mitzvotav v'tzivanu l'hadlik ner she...
What is jewish blessing may the lord bless you?
The blessing you are referring to is Birkat Kohanim (the Priestly Blessing), one of the most ancient and sacred blessings in all of Judaism. It consists of...
What is the summary of Parshat Ki Tisa?
Parshat Ki Tisa — Summary Parshat Ki Tisa (Exodus 30:11–34:35) is one of the most dramatic and theologically rich portions in the entire Torah. It spans th...
What is jewish bedtime shema?
The bedtime Shema (Kriat Shema al HaMita — the recitation of Shema upon one's bed) is a Jewish nighttime prayer practice performed just before going to sle...
What is shema deuteronomy 6 4 9?
The Shema (Deuteronomy 6:4–9) is the foundational declaration of Jewish faith, beginning with the proclamation of God's absolute unity: "Shema Yisrael Adon...
What is judaism 101 shema?
The Shema is the central declaration of Jewish faith, consisting of three Torah passages (Deuteronomy 6:4–9, Deuteronomy 11:13–21, and Numbers 15:37–41), a...
What is kol nidrei chabad?
Kol Nidrei: A Chabad Perspective Kol Nidrei is the solemn declaration recited at the opening of Yom Kippur (the Day of Atonement) evening services, in whic...
What is the summary of Parshat Lech Lecha?
Parshat Lech Lecha (Genesis 12–17) is the story of Avram's (later Abraham's) calling, journey, and covenant with God. It marks the beginning of the Jewish...
What is the summary of Parshat Tazria?
Parshat Tazria (Leviticus 12–13) deals with two primary topics: the laws of tumah (ritual impurity) following childbirth, and the laws of tzara'at (a skin...
Explain the hidden meaning of the three opinions of what was the etz hadaat (wheat, grapevine, fig)
The identity of the Etz HaDa'at (Tree of Knowledge) is one of the most fascinating aggadic debates in the Talmud, and the three opinions — wheat, grapevine, and
What is daily Torah study and how to start?
Daily Torah study (limud Torah yomi) is one of the most fundamental obligations in Jewish life, rooted in the Torah's own command to meditate on its words...
What is the Kiddush (blessing over wine)?
Kiddush (קידוש, literally "sanctification") is the formal declaration of the holiness of Shabbat or a Jewish holiday, recited over a cup of wine. It fulfil...
What is shabbat dinner blessings?
The Shabbat Friday night dinner opens with a set of blessings known as Kiddush (kidush — sanctification), recited over a cup of wine, followed by the bless...
What is prayer for sukkot candle lighting?
The prayer recited when lighting candles for Sukkot follows the standard Yom Tov (Jewish holiday) candle-lighting formula, with the addition of Shehecheyan...
What is yom kippur prayer for dead parents?
The prayer you are referring to is Yizkor (יִזְכּוֹר — "May He remember"), a memorial prayer recited on Yom Kippur (and three other yom tovim) for deceased...
What is hebrew prayer for good health?
The most well-known Hebrew prayer for good health is the Mi Shebeirach (מִי שֶׁבֵּרַךְ), a communal blessing invoking healing of body and soul (refuat hagu...
What is the meaning of Shema Yisrael?
The Shema Yisrael (שְׁמַע יִשְׂרָאֵל — "Hear, O Israel") is Judaism's most fundamental declaration of faith, proclaiming the absolute unity and oneness of...
Pinchas was eliyahu hanavi
Pinchas and Eliyahu HaNavi: One and the Same Soul The tradition that Pinchas and Eliyahu HaNavi (Elijah the Prophet) are the same person — or share the same sou
Is naturism/nudism allowed
The Torah tradition is clear that public nudity is fundamentally incompatible with Jewish law and values. Tzniut (modesty) is not merely a rabbinical stringency
What is the summary of Parshat Behaalotecha?
Parshat Behaalotecha — Summary and Overview Parshat Behaalotecha (Numbers 8–12) is one of the richest and most varied portions in the Torah, covering a wid...