Peninei Halakha: Zmanim | Rabbi Eliezer Melamed
The book presents a comprehensive, thorough, and clear clarification of the special festivals and times in the Hebrew calendar—from Rosh Chodesh (the New Month) to the days of remembrance and independence. This is not merely a book of halakha, but a guide that accompanies the Jewish home in building its national and spiritual identity through the cycle of the year, while granting deep meaning to every festival and time.
The book lays out for the reader all the details of the halakhot and customs for these special days: the laws of Rosh Chodesh, the laws of public fasts and the period of Bein HaMetzarim (The Three Weeks), the laws of Hanukkah and Purim, as well as a deep Torah clarification of the modern holidays—Yom HaAtzmaut (Independence Day) and Yom Yerushalayim (Jerusalem Day). Special emphasis is placed on integrating the customs of the different communities (Sephardic and Ashkenazic) and providing answers to halakhic questions that arise in our generation.
What makes this book unique for you?
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A connection between past and future: The book explains the historical and spiritual background of every festival, explaining how the days of remembrance and joy shape the character of the Jewish people in their land.
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Clarity and accessibility: In the finest tradition of the “Peninei Halakha” series, even complex issues such as calculating the times of the fasts or the laws of the miracles of Hanukkah and Purim are presented in pleasant and enlightening language.
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Halakha and national identity: Unique chapters are dedicated to the halakhic significance of the establishment of the State of Israel and the liberation of Jerusalem, clarifying the mitzvot and expressions of thanksgiving pertaining to these days.
This is an essential tool for every Jewish home seeking to live the cycle of the year with awareness, joy, and a deep understanding of the times sanctified to Israel.
Beyond the thorough halakhic clarification, here are the main points that make the book an essential and exciting tool in every Jewish home:
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The festivals of the month: The laws of Rosh Chodesh, Kiddush Levana (Sanctification of the Moon), and the Musaf prayers.
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Days of remembrance and fasting: A detailing of the laws of the fasts commemorating the Destruction, the days of Bein HaMetzarim, and Tisha B’Av.
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The holidays of miracles: The laws of Hanukkah (lighting and placement of the menorah) and Purim (reading the Megillah and Mishloach Manot).
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The times of redemption: A Torah and halakhic clarification of Yom HaAtzmaut and Yom Yerushalayim as part of the cycle of festivals.
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