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Blessing and counting of the Omer

Writing today such and such for the Omer — has he fulfilled the obligation of counting the Omer?

Blessing and counting of the Omer

Blessing on the Omer when unsure of the day's count

Blessing and counting of the Omer

If someone counted only days without weeks, or only weeks without days — what is their status?

Blessing and counting of the Omer

What is the law for someone who errs in counting?

Haircuts and shaving

Halake Haircut During the Omer

Haircuts and shaving

From which day is it permissible to get a haircut?

Haircuts and shaving

Haircut on Lag BaOmer that falls on Thursday

Weddings and music

Is it permissible to conduct a Torah scroll dedication during the days of the Omer?

Blessing and counting of the Omer

What is the law for a minor who knows how to bless and count but skipped a day?

Blessing and counting of the Omer

What is the law for a boy who becomes Bar Mitzvah during the days of the Omer?

Shavuos

What is the commandment to eat and drink for the joy of the holiday?

Yom Tov

When the holiday falls on Sunday, how should one prepare with fire and candles on Friday evening?

Eiruv tavshilin

Is it permissible to take cooked food out of the freezer on Shabbat for Yom Tov?

Yom Tov

When should one eat the third meal when the holiday falls on Sunday?

Yom Tov

Is there a reason to increase eating and drinking on Isru Chag?