Month: February 2010
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9th Adar – Beis Hillel and Beis Shamai
Today is the 9th of Adar, and according to the Shulchan Aruch (Orech Chaim 580) it is a fast day for tzadikim. The reason for the fast is that on this day Beis Hillel and Beis Shammai argued! בט’ נחלקו בית שמאי ובית הלל:“On the ninth [of Adar] Beis Shammai and Beis Hillel argued” None… Read more
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I’m giving a shiur on Tuesday
I know that I haven’t blogged in a really long time. There are many reasons, but not for now. But here is an important announcement. I will be giving a shiur this coming Tuesday evening in Nachlaot on the laws of Purim and the Four Parshiyos. It is for women only (sorry boys), but provided… Read more