Since last weeks fast day, the 17th of Tammuz, we are now in the - TopicsExpress



          

Since last weeks fast day, the 17th of Tammuz, we are now in the inauspicious period called “Bein HaMetzarim. The Midrash understands the verse “All [of Zion’s] pursuers overtook her between the straights (bein hametzarim)” as referring to this 3 week period of misfortune. (Lam .Rabba 1:29) There are 4 basic prohibitions during this time: 1) having weddings, 2) getting a haircut, 3) saying the ‘shehecheyanu’ blessing and 4) avoiding unusually dangerous activities. (Hilkhot Moadim: bit.ly/1nYCw9E) Unfortunately, Israel as a Country cannot avoid the 4th ... As our soldiers bravely defend and protect us. Be safe, & return home safely.
Posted on: Sun, 20 Jul 2014 06:11:02 +0000

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