Moed Katan 7b: בעניין חתן שראה נגעים

Breaking the News on Yomtov: When a Relative Passes Away

If a close relative passes away during Yomtov, should you tell the mourner right away—or wait until after Yomtov so it doesn't ruin their simcha? In this episode, we explore the halachic and emotional balance between kavod hameis and kavod hachai. We go through the sources that discuss whether to inform the person, when to delay, and what’s considered the right approach in different situations. Sensitive, practical, and clear—this is a must-know topic for anyone navigating the intersection of aveilus and Yomtov.

Automatic Watering on Shemitah: Allowed or Not?

Can you leave your sprinkler system running during Shemitah? What if it’s automatic and set up before the year began? In this episode, we look at whether using an irrigation system is allowed, and under what conditions. We break down the difference between watering to keep plants alive vs. helping them grow—and how that affects the halacha. Straightforward, clear, and practical—everything you need to know about keeping your lawn or field watered during Shemitah.

Getting Paid for Mitzvah Work on Chol Hamoed

If someone does a job on Chol Hamoed and it happens to be a mitzvah—can they get paid? Does it make a difference if the work requires professional skill, like writing or fixing something, or if it’s simple, everyday help? In this episode, we go through the halachos of getting paid for mitzvah-related work during Chol Hamoed. Clear, practical, and straight to the point—understand what’s allowed, what’s not, and why.

Moed Katan 5b: ספק טומאה ברשות הרבים לעניין איסור כהנים

Moed Katan 5a: ציון קברים יסוד הדין

Moed Katan 4b: Safek Issur Shemita, Safek Derrabanan by a Teiku

Moed Katan 4a: Geder of Tosefes Shemita and Tosefes Yom Kippur , Shabbos etc

Moed Katan 3b: Planting during Tosefes Shemita

Moed Katan 3a: Geder of Mitzvas Shemita - Gavra or Cheftzah