Hilchot Ha'aretz
Orlah, Preface: The prohibition of orlah, a mitzvah dependent on the Land of Israel
What makes a mitzvah "dependent on the Land of Israel"? On the definition of these special mitzvot and the sanctity inherent in the soil and its produce. Also, on orlah's unique status inasmuch as it also applies abroad.
Hilchot Orlah
Matanot aniyim, Preface: Matanot aniyim as a model for social policy: "In justice shall you be established"
How do matanot aniyim help propel the poor out of the circle of poverty towards taking initiative and personal responsibility? An overview of the Torah's unique system to promote a just and compassionate society, based on personal obligation. Rabbi Azriel Ariel
Hilchot Matanot Aniyim
Matanot Aniyim, Chapter 1: Laws of Pe'ah
An overview of the laws of pe'ah: where does it apply and is a corner of the field still left today?
Hilchot Matanot Aniyim
Matanot Aniyim, Chapter 2: Laws of Leket
A brief overview of the laws of leket.
Hilchot Matanot Aniyim
Matanot Aniyim: Chapter 4, Laws of Peret
A brief overview of the laws of peret.
Hilchot Matanot Aniyim
Matanot Aniyim, Chapter 5: Laws of Olelet
A brief overview of the laws of olelet.
Hilchot Matanot Aniyim
Matanot Aniyim, Chapter 3: Laws of Shichechah
A brief overview of the laws of shichechah.
Hilchot Matanot Aniyim
Matanot Aniyim: Chapter 6, Laws of Chadash
A brief overview of the laws of chadash. Rabbi Eyal Ben David, updates by Rabbi Moshe Bloom
Hilchot Matanot Aniyim
Orlah, Chapter 3a: What is a tree?
The halachic definition of tree vs. vegetables vis-à-vis orlah includes various criteria. An overview of the Talmudic criteria as well as those added by Rishonim and Acharonim. Also, a look at those plants don't fit neatly into a specific category.
Hilchot Orlah
Orlah, Chapter 4: Saplings exempt from and subject to orlah laws
Are trees planted as a living fence subject to orlah, and if not in which cases? What about self-seeding trees that sprout up on their own?
Hilchot Orlah