Kol Deracheha

What is the mitzva of havdala? Are women obligated in it? May a woman recite havdala for herself or others? Link to transcript and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/havdala/ To dedicate an episode email deracheha@gmail.com

What is the nature of the obligation to eat on Shabbat and Yom Tov? How does it apply to women? Who can make  ha-motzi ? Where do  seuda shelishit  and  melaveh malka  fit in? Episode transcipt and sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/shabbat-and-yom-tov-meals/ To sponsor an episode of Kol Deracheha email deracheha@gmail.com

At what time do we light candles? How does this relate to accepting Shabbat? What is the optimal procedure for lighting? Transcript and sources available here: https://www.deracheha.org/candle-lighting-2/ To sponsor an episode of Kol Deracheha email deracheha@gmail.com  

What is the mitzva of Lighting Shabbat and Yom Tov candles? Who lights? Where? Transcript and sources available at https://www.deracheha.org/candle-lighting-1/ To sponsor an episode of Kol Deracheha email deracheha@gmail.com

In this episode we discuss the halachic significance of bat mitzva and how should it be observed or celebrated. Full article available here: https://www.deracheha.org/bat-mitzva/

In this episode we discuss what is  chinuch  for  mitzvot,  who is obligated, and at what stage. Dedicated by Sarah Kenigsberg Le-ilui Nishmat Chaya Miriam Bat Kasriel. Full article available here: https://www.deracheha.org/chinuch/

In this episode, we discuss our personal inspirations and approaches to chinuch for our children. Article on Chinuch available here: https://www.deracheha.org/chinuch/

In this episode we discuss when we need a mechitza  or gender separation outside of prayer. To read all the sources mentioned in this episode, click here: https://www.deracheha.org/mechitza-3-separation-in-society/

In this episode we discuss the structural requirements for a mechitza and whether the ezrat nashim 's structure has a halachic effect on prayers said within it. Find all the sources discussed in this episode on our website here: https://www.deracheha.org/mechitza-2-structure/

In this episode we discuss the purpose of  mechitza  and why gender separation is a part of prayer. This episode is dedicated in honor of Ilana Abramson's birthday by her daughter, Raphaela. Full article available here: https://www.deracheha.org/mechitza-1-purpose/  

In part 2 of our megilla reading podcast we discuss who constitutes a quorum for megilla reading, and whether women may read for herself and others. Read all the sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/megilla-reading/

In this episode we discuss the nature of women's obligation in megilla reading and the brachot recited. Part 2 will discuss who constitutes a quorum for megilla reading, and who a woman may read for. Read more in our article here: https://www.deracheha.org/megilla-reading/

In this episode we dicuss women and tefilla be-tzibbur. Specifically, what is the nature of communal prayer? What is the role of Shaliach Tzibbur , and who can fill it? What is the significance of women's participation? Click here for the full article: https://www.deracheha.org/tefilla-be-tzibbur/ This episode was dedicated in memory of Michael ben Yosef Halevi Lebenbaum

In this episode we address some fundamental questions about minyan. What is a minyan and what is it for? Who does and doesn't count toward a minyan, and why? To read all the sources mentions in this podcast, head to https://www.deracheha.org/minyan/  

In this short episode, Rachel goes behind the scenes with Laurie to discuss Deracheha's most recent article on menstruation and Shabbat. Learn what made writing this article so challenging, what surprised Laurie as she was writing it, and what's next on Deracheha's to-do list. To read the article, click here: www.deracheha.org/menstruation-and-shabbat/

Deracheha's Rachel Weber Leshaw spoke to Brhan Worku about the Ethiopian Jewish holiday of Sigd. Brhan talked about the meaning of Sigd, her family's journey from Ethiopia, cultural differences between Ethiopian and Israeli society, and whether non-Ethiopian Jews should celebrate Sigd too. Speaking engagements for Brhan can be arranged through storiesofisrael.com

What are the the mitzvot and customs of Erev Yom Kippur? Why are they significant? How do they apply to women? Full article here: www.deracheha.org/erev-yom-kippur/ Tefilla Zakah adapted for women here: https://www.kipa.co.il/userFiles/zaka_yomKipur.pdf

In this espisode we discuss Selicht - what are Selichot ? Are women obligated to recite them? Do they require a minyan? Read the full article here: https://www.deracheha.org/selichot/ Rav Ezra Bick's commentary on the Yud Gimmel Middot - https://www.etzion.org.il/en/series/understanding-13-middot-en All Deracheha's Elul content available here: https://www.deracheha.org/elul-tishrei/

In this episode we address the  halacha  of  keli gever - w hat is a man's article, a keli gever ? What is the prohibition of a woman's wearing one? How does intent affect this halacha? Read the full article here: https://www.deracheha.org/dress-4-keli-gever/

In this special Pre-Tish'a Be-Av episode we talk to Dr. Yael Ziegler about her new book "Lamentations: Faith in a Turbulent World" and her experience writing on such a seemingly sad topic. We also discuss her new appointment as Rosh Beit Midrash of Matan, and her career path until today. Buy the book here: https://korenpub.com/products/lamentations-faith-in-a-turbulent-world

In this episode we discuss some practical issues relating to kiddush. Can someone eat before kiddush? Does a woman recite or respond to she-hechiyyanu  in Yom Tov kiddush? Does prayer affect the ability to make kiddush for others? Full article available here: https://www.deracheha.org/kiddush-2-practical-issues/

In this episode we discuss the mitzva of kiddush, both on Shabbat and Yom Tov, at night and during the day. We discuss a woman's obligation, and also how  a couple should handle kiddush during

In this episode we discuss when a woman can discharge a man's mitzva obligations, and cases where she technically can, but maybe should not. Why would that be the case? Listen to find out, and gain insight into differences between birkat hamazon, kiddush and megilla. Read the full article here: https://www.deracheha.org/discharging-obligations-in-practice/

In this new podcast we go behind-the-scenes with Shayna Goldberg, Contributing Editor to Deracheha and author of the new book "What Do You Really Want?" In her conversation with Rachel, Shayna explains how the book came to be, how it relates to her work as an educator, and lessons she's learned from her years of teaching and providing halakhic guidance.  Learn more about the book here: https://kor...

In this episode we discuss how and when a person can discharge someone else's halachic obligation. Who can do this for whom, and what are the halachic mechanisms that allow this to work?