Halachic Guides

Laws of Ma'aser Sheni

Redeeming Ma'aser sheni and deling with the coin in our days, is one of the most complicated act for people. In this article we will explain the main halachik guidelines.

Orlah, Chapter 1: General Laws of Orlah

An overview of the general laws that govern the prohibition of orlah.

Orlah, Chapter 8: Neta Revay

The laws governing neta revay, fourth-year saplings. Plus: can you redeem neta revay in the Old City of Jerusalem?

Shemitah, Appendix E: Guidelines for Growing Indoors on Detached Platforms

Can I grow plants in my home during shemitah? How do I set up a hothouse with detached platforms? All you need to know on setting up detached platforms (matza menutak) for indoor home gardens.

Shemitah, Chapter 22: Caring for Home Gardens During the Shemitah Year

Home gardens during shemitah

Shemitah, Chapter 23: Buying Flowers and Planters

Are flowers grown in the shemitah year sacred? Can we buy them during shemitah? On planters and flowers during the shemitah year.

Shemitah, Appendix A: Shemitah Sanctity and Bi'ur times for Fruit

When does each kind of fruit have shemitah sanctity, and when is its' Bi'ut time?

Shemitah, Appendix B: Shemitah Sanctity, Sefichin, and Bi'ur for Grains, Legumes, and Seeds

When does each kind of produce have shemitah sanctity, and when is its' Bi'ut time?

Shemitah, Appendix C: Shemitah Sanctity and Sefichin for Vegetables – based on the Solar Calendar

When does each kind of vegetable have shemitah sanctity, and when is its' Bi'ut time?

Shemitah, Appendix D: Shemitah Sanctity for Herbs and Spices

When does each kind of herb and spice have shemitah sanctity, and when is its' Bi'ut time?