Rabbi Ari Shvat
Rav Kook's Torah, religious Zionism, the Land of Israel & Original Songs
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Kingdom of Moshiach
I’m a bit confused over how Moshiach will be named King. 0. Is there a “Coat of Arms” for the House…
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Reduced pleasure after churban
I don’t remember where it is, but I’ve heard about a Gemara or a Medrish which says that physical pleasures used…
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May We Rejoice When Our Enemies Fall?
Candy after terror attacks vs. songs at the Red Sea — what the sources actually say about celebrating the defeat of…
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Is Aliya needed for spirituality (or guilt feelings…)
I’m very happy in the country that I live in, but feel guilty because growing up I was always taught that…
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Facebook practical jokes
Shavua tov, I have a question about some situation which just happened to me few days ago. I left my profile…
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Rosh Chodesh Benching Alone
Hi Rabbi, Does one need to have a Minyan for Rosh Chodesh benching (Birkat HaChodesh) right before Musaf, or can one…
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Ayin Hara and Rambam
Shalom Rabbis, I remember reading (and often see it referenced) that Rambam states that ayin hara is not supernatural but a…
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Yericho conquest by Yehoshua
What is the significance of the number seven in the story of the conquest of Jericho? Thank you There is great…
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What’s the Order of the Redemption Process?
Our sages laid out the stages in the Amida itself– and we’re already deep into the process. Q. Is there a…
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Indirectly Violating Shabbat: What Is a Psik Reisha?
Shabbat candles that might rattle when you lean on the table — forbidden, or just uncertain? Q. Very often, one indirectly…