The Source of the Problem: Mass Usage of Remnants

From where does the modern problem of shatnez materialize [pun]? If we are not talking about a woolen garment and wool is not listed in the label, why should we dream that the garment can have shatnez? Wool is generally considered a component which hikes up the price so why should a manufacturer insert wool in a linen garment?

The Knesset voted to require all cigarette packages to be colored with the color that market researchers selected as the ugliest color in the world: Pantone 448c. The idea is that the packaging be as unattractive as possible to deter people from smoking. The restrictions apply to e-cigarettes as well.

Agudath Israel Statement on Belgium Shechita Ban

Agudath Israel of America expresses its grave concern over the ban in the Flanders region of Belgium that effectively prohibits the slaughter of animals according to kosher ritual requirements. The new law places a substantial burden on religious liberty and on Jewish life in Belgium and other affected European countries. We are hopeful that the constitutional court will recognize this serious infringement on the rights of the Jewish community and strike down this grievous statute.  

Chinuch Advice from HaRav Gershon Edelstein

In advance of the upcoming annual Chinuch Conference in Israel, HaRav Gershon Edelstein told a visiting delegation about the basic principles of chinuch.

Praying and learning for the merit of HaRav Shemaryahu Yosef Nissim ben Basya shlita is continuing throughout the Torah world. Many are accepting upon themselves various good practices for his merit. Lately there has been some improvement in his condition, but he still needs prayers.

Rain and Kinneret Watch

by Dei'ah Vedibur Staff

Our weekly report of the rain and the level of the Kineret - Winter, 5779.

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