Nov. 20, 2024

Parshas Chayei Sarah Summary

Sarah dies at age 127 and is buried in the Machpelah Cave in Chevron, purchased by Avraham for four hundred shekels of silver. Avraham sends his servant Eliezer to find a wife for Yitzchak. At a well, Eliezer prays for a sign: the woman who offers water to his camels will be Yitzchak's wife. Rivka, daughter of Besuel, fulfills this sign. Eliezer tells her family the story, and Rivka returns with him to Canaan, where she marries Yitzchak. Avraham marries Keturah and has six more sons. Avraham dies at age 175 and is buried beside Sarah by his two eldest sons, Yitzchak and Yishmael.

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What is the background on spending money on the menorah? Isn't the mitzvah about the candle and oil? If I purchase a menorah, is it better to buy silver than another material?

Question: What is the background on spending money on the menorah? Isn't the mitzvah about the candle and oil? If I purchase a menorah, is it better to buy silver than another material? Answer: This is no small question as the Mishna Berura (671:1)…

The Halachos of Mayim Achronim

Question: What's the truth about Mayim Achronim? I've noticed that some people only put a few drops of water on their fingers, but what amount is needed? Is it necessary to perform Mayin Achronim after eating a meal during the week? Answer: There a…