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Fast of Esther - Thyroid Issue

Throat Inflammation Regarding Fasting

Fast of Esther for Someone Suffering from Pain

The seventh year (Shemittah)

The Sanctity of the Seventh Year After the Time of Disposal

Interposition during immersion

Obstruction in Nails

Intoxication on Purim

Repetition of the Amidah

Responding to Kedusha from Another Room

Fast of Esther after Kidney Issues

Giving half a Shekel

The Amount of Half a Shekel

The First Year after Death

Mourning on a Family Shabbat

Disposing of holy texts and objects

Definition of a Verse for Genizah

Opening pachaging and bottles on Shabbos

Cutting a Bottle Ring

Tzedaka and maaser purposes

Gifts to Rabbis from Maaser Funds

Shiva (7 Days of Mourning)

A Woman's Work During Her Husband's Mourning Period