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Machon Smicha

Machon Smicha
Halacha
Digital Currency
Halachah
Jewish Law
Ribbis
Beis Din
Sukkah
Arbitration
Whiskey
Tevilas Keilim
Chasicha Haru'ya L'iskabeid
Business Ethics
Family Law
Secular Judicial System
Kashrut
Cryptocurrency
Social Pressure
Tzedakah
Ma'aser
Yerusha

Machon Smicha is a unique, online, program that makes learning halachah practical and possible for all.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes50Founded4 years ago
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"Basar B'chalav practical issues"

Shiur by Rabbi Levi Shapiro - Rabbinic Coordinator at the OK Kosher - Delivered 2 November 2025

Shiur part of the Machon Smicha partnership with OK Kosher

Shiur to the Dayanus Program by Rabbi Daniel Rosenfeld - Dayan Eretz Hemdah, Israel & Machon Smicha Choshen Mishpat Curriculum Developer

Shiur delivered on 14 September 2025 / 21 Elul 5785

Shiur to the Dayanus Program by Harav Aryeh Finkel - Dayan Beis Havaad Lakewood NJ

Shiur delivered on 26 October 2025 / 4 Cheshvan 5786

"Why do we need Hechserim? Which products need, and which dont?"

Shiur by Rabbi Sholom Ber Hendel - Member of the Executive Rabbinical Council of the OK Kosher - Delivered 7 September 2025

Shiur part of the Machon Smicha partnership with OK Kosher

Shiur to the Dayanus Program by Harav Aryeh Finkel - Dayan Beis Havaad Lakewood NJ

Shiur delivered on 27 July 2025 / 2 Av 5785

Machon Smicha hosted Rabbi Moshe Kesselman and Rabbi Tuvia Kasimov for a panel on contemporary halachic questions at a Halachah Symposium in Brooklyn, NY. Panel moderate by Rabbi Shlomo Chaim Kesselman.00:00 Welcome and panel introduction02:25 How th... more

Machon Smicha hosted a conversation between Rabbi Yosef Yeshaya Braun and Rabbi Mendel Prescott at a Halachah Symposium in Brooklyn, NY about how a Rov paskens halachah.00:00 Introduction01:50 How one should ask a shailah18:15 What shimush is43:46 A ... more

Machon Smicha hosted Rabbi Boruch Fried for a shiur on acting as a Torah Jew in the Marketplace at a Halachah Symposium in Brooklyn, NY. June 25 2025

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Kashrus in the 21st Century - Harav Sholom Ber Hendel (OK Kosher)
Q: Does this idea of when they store, when a can of foods to kill off the bacteria, that there's a major cash was concerned, that would include frozen fruits and vegetables as well, or is that limited to canned?
The answer includes that the concerns about infestation are different for frozen and canned products, emphasizing the importance of reliable certification for any canned or frozen items with potential infestation.
Does Beis Din Have Any Power Nowadays? - Harav Aryeh Finkel
Q: What are the limitations of arbitration that Beis Din should consider?
Arbitration is limited in areas like criminal law and public policy matters, such as minimum wage and consumer protection.
Does Beis Din Have Any Power Nowadays? - Harav Aryeh Finkel
Q: How does Beis Din deal with non-compliance in modern times?
Beis Din primarily relies on social pressure and community standards to encourage compliance.
Live Q & A Smicha Session - 21 November 2023
Q: How thick should a pot be to avoid taste transfer?
Thickness of the pot does not change the ruling; if something spills, the potential for absorption remains.
Live Q & A Smicha Session - 21 November 2023
Q: Do you have to wash your hands after experiencing a mixture of meat and dairy?
Yes, especially if there's the possibility of meat residue on the hands, even if the dish is not directly meat.

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Focused on the complexities of Jewish law and practical halachah, this podcast offers insightful discussions on contemporary issues faced by Jewish communities. Episodes feature knowledgeable speakers who explore topics ranging from the evolution of kosher certification to the authority and limitations of Jewish courts in modern society. In addition to legal perspectives, discussions delve into ethical business practices, emotional sensitivity in rulings, and the implications of hospitality during sacred occasions, all of which highlight a dynamic interplay between tradition and contemporary challenges. Overall, the podcast aims to make Jewish laws accessible, relevant, and applicable in everyday life, appealing to listeners interested in r... more

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