ALERT: The "Beleaves" brand pre checked vegetables belong to the Eidah of Yerushalayim.

 The Brand name BELEAVES was recently hijacked by Minchas Chinuch Tartikuv and Zichron Shmuel DON'T USE THEM

Shavers

 
The issue of "lift and cut" in electric shavers is a major topic in halachic discussions regarding whether certain shavers violate the Torah prohibition of "lo sakifu"—the prohibition against shaving the beard with a razor (Vayikra 19:27).

Key Background

• The Torah prohibits shaving with a razor where the blade touches the skin and cuts the hair at the root.

• A "lift-and-cut" mechanism involves a dual-action system: one part lifts the hair, and the other cuts it below the skin surface, which resembles the action of a razor and is therefore problematic according to many Poskim.

• Permitted shavers are those that function like scissors (cutting above the skin) and do not have a “lift and cut” feature.

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Rabbi Shmuel Feurst's Position (Chicago)

Rabbi Shmuel Feurst permits only certain shavers. His psak, consistent with many other prominent poskim, is that any shaver with a "lift and cut" mechanism is forbidden, as it is halachically comparable to a razor.

Permitted Shavers (according to Rabbi Feurst and other major poskim):
These typically do not have a lift-and-cut mechanism:

• Panasonic Arc series (wet/dry models) – These use a foil system and do not have the rotary “lift and cut” blades.

• Certain foil shavers without a second cutting mechanism beneath the foil.

• Norelco OneBlade – This is often permitted, as it trims more like a trimmer/clipper, above the skin.

Shavers considered problematic:

• Philips Norelco rotary shavers with Lift-and-Cut (many 3-head rotary models) – These are generally assur.

• Braun rotary models with dual action (if they mimic lift-and-cut) – Need to be checked individually.

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 Summary Psak:

According to Rabbi Shmuel Feurst and others (including Rabbi Belsky zt”l, Rav Moshe Feinstein zt”l via talmidim):

• Lift-and-Cut = Assur

• Foil shavers acting like scissors = Mutar

• Shavers must be checked model-by-model.

Why are so many Lakewood Yungerleit carrying and pushing strollers in Lakewood on Shabbos

Why are so many Bnei Torah and choshuve Lakewood Youngerleit carry and go with carriages and strollers on Shabbos. It seems it increased exponentially since they started putting up signs in the last few years than one should not carry in the Eruv on shabbos.

 1. Halachic Background:

Lakewood's Eruv has long been subject to serious halachic debate, particularly among senior poskim such as:

• Rav Aharon Kotler zt”l was opposed to making an Eruv in Lakewood.
• Rav Shneur Kotler zt”l and Rav Matisyahu Salomon shlita maintained that the Eruv should not be relied upon.

Lakewood's Eruv is based on leniencies regarding:

• Whether the streets meet the halachic status of a reshus harabbim d’Oraisa.
• The acceptability of tzuras hapesach (posts and wires).
• Gaps in fencing or natural borders, etc.

 2. Why Do So Many Use It Anyway?

Despite the strong halachic resistance by many Roshei Yeshiva and local Rabbanim, more and more families do rely on it. Here are key reasons:

 A. Alternative Halachic Rulings Exist

• Some reputable Eruv experts and Rabbanim permit its use and even maintain it l’mehadrin.
• Baalei battim and even some yungerleit follow poskim outside BMG (e.g., the Eruv in Flatbush is also controversial but widely used).

 B. Practical Pressure

• Young families with many children, especially when both parents go to shul or for meals, feel a strong need for strollers and diaper bags.
• Some rationalize: “If I don't carry, I can't go to shul, or my wife will be stuck home.”

 C. Social Shifts

• Once more people were seen using the Eruv, social pressure flipped. Early users may have felt awkward, but now non-users feel they’re the minority in many neighborhoods.
• Families moving in from other cities with established Eruvin (Monsey, Baltimore, etc.) often come with a default of using it.

 D. Lack of Clear Messaging

• Many young families were never told clearly why not to use the Eruv, or believe it's a personal stringency and not a communal standard.
• Some may be unaware that their Rebbeim do not rely on it.

 3. The Effect of the Signs

Why did use increase after the signs went up?

Many never realized that there was an Erev in Lakewood, but when they see signs about the Erev, they don’t read the entire sign, just the part that there is an Erev.

• Backfire effect: Signs sometimes generate curiosity or a reaction of independence. ("Why are they pushing this so hard?")
• Polarization: It drew attention to the machlokes, and some decided to "side with the lenient view."
• Visibility: More people realized “everyone else is doing it,” even among Bnei Torah.
• Desensitization: Once people saw choshuve families with strollers and bags, the social hesitancy to carry faded.

 4. The Reality Today

• Many choshuve yungerleit carry not because they believe it's 100% mutar, but because they feel stuck between values and realities.
• Others genuinely rely on heterim from Rabbanim they trust.
• Some don’t realize it’s still a serious issue to many Gedolim in Lakewood.

 In Summary:

It’s a complex mix of halachic leniencies, practical pressures, and changing communal norms. But just because “many are doing it” does not mean it’s right or acceptable in the eyes of all poskim — especially those connected to the  mesorah.

 

Update-Due to the questionable kashrus standards in camps, every camp should be under a recognized reliable Hashgocha?

Just in-A gangster running a certain Bais Yaakov revoked a girl's acceptance after the father asked about the kashrus in the kitchen.

Did you inquire as to your childs camp Kashrus standard?
Is it acceptable?

Are there written policies for the acceptable hashgochas?
If yes?, obtain a copy.

What should I ask?
1- Who is in charge? Who sets the standards?
Any shailos that arise, who is the final Rabbinical authority?

Are they using any S. American  beef w/Alle/Mealmart or SBD?

Is there a Qualified Mashgiach in Charge?

2- Are the using "exclusively" pre-checked vegetables?
If yes?, who's vegetables? not most of them, but all brands that are being used!
If no?, Who is checking them?, is he trained? if yes? by whom?
Is it only being rinsed?

3- How about fruit? e.g. strawberries, blueberries, raspberries? What is the standard being utilized?

4- Bishul Yisroel issues- Convection ovens, steam kettles, etc.
Is bishul-yisroel for sfardim being addressed?
Is a shomer shabbos present in the kitchen at all times? [flames, ovens, etc]

5- Is yoshon, cholov yisroel, pas yisroel being strictly observed?
Hafroshs Chalah- who is responsible?

6- Who is responsible to check "all" deliveries coming in for compliance to the standards established?

7- Is there a properly trained experienced Mashgiach in the kitchen at all times?

8- Is the kitchen locked at night, Friday afternoon, etc? Who are all that have the keys?

9- Are the separate areas for dairy, meat, parve, etc? including sinks, etc?

10- Are all pots, utensils, etc clearly marked for dairy, meat, parve,?

11- Who is responsible for everything requiring seals?

12- ETC.?

UPDATE: Rabbi Hatchual's SBD "NON-GLATT"

 According to the latest from Israeli Rabbanut sources.

The above-mentioned meat should not be considered as GLATT at this time, until the proper changes are made, including Cameras that are monitored online. 

We will advise when the changes are in place.

The root cause of OTD- consuming Rabbi Hatchual's SBD Alle/mealmart S. America and the like.

Sourced from the Rambam, the Ohr Ha'chaiyim, Reb Akiva Eiger, The Chasam Sofer, Rav Zalman Sorotzkin's Oznayim LaTorah , etc. 

UPDATE: Regarding the New halls in Lakewood- Ateres Esther and Ateres Blima, we notified them that we have many serious kashrus concerns with their choice of caterer.

 From a comment: This caterer has some serious kashrus concerns  that are in the areas of chilul Shabbos, Bishul Akum, Bos'ur Shenis'alem, treif utensils, misleading clientele, etc. R"L

We gave them some better choices from a kashrus point and reliability.

Lakewood caterers, restaurants, take-out, pizza stores, food service, etc. establishments do not all have an acceptable kashrus standard.

Some are more reliable from a kashrus standpoint.

As Meir Kahana, OB"M said-The UN, USA, Egypt, Quatar, European Union Nations are behind these terrorist attacks

 

FDA recently banning several artificial food dyes (e.g., Red No. 3)- kashrus concerns?

 With the FDA recently banning several artificial food dyes (e.g., Red No. 3), manufacturers are increasingly turning to natural alternatives — some of which may present kashrus concerns, particularly for ingredients derived from insects or non-kosher animals. Here’s a breakdown of what’s likely ahead and what kosher consumers should watch for:

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1. Common Natural Food Coloring Replacements

As artificial dyes are phased out, here are natural colorants that may become more common:

✅ Kosher-Suitable Natural Sources

These are generally considered acceptable with proper supervision:

• Beet juice (red/pink)

• Turmeric (yellow)

• Paprika or annatto (orange/yellow; needs hashgacha due to extraction concerns)

• Spinach extract or chlorophyll (green)

• Grape skin extract or elderberry (purple)

• Carrot juice, pumpkin extract (orange)

Each of these may still require kosher certification, especially for commercial use, due to processing equipment and potential additives.

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2. Problematic Natural Sources (Likely to Rise in Use)

These are of concern for kashrus reasons:

❌ Cochineal / Carmine (E120)

• Source: Ground up cochineal insects.

• Color: Deep red/pink.

• Kashrus Status: Not kosher. Considered non-kosher insect-derived and completely assur (prohibited).

• Use cases: Yogurts, beverages, candies, juices, lipstick, and more.

• Likelihood of resurgence: High. It's a stable, vibrant, natural red dye — likely to replace Red No. 3 in non-kosher or poorly supervised products.

❌ Shellac / Resinous Glaze

• Source: Secretions from the lac insect.

• Use: Shiny coating on candies (e.g., jelly beans, chocolate lentils), pills, and fruits.

• Kashrus Status: Controversial. Some hold it is not kosher; others are lenient in non-food use. Major kashrus agencies tend to avoid it or certify only synthetic alternatives.

• Likelihood of use: Medium to high, especially in confectionery and pill coatings.

❌ Bone Char / Animal Carbon

• Use: Filtering agent in sugar refining (not a coloring agent, but relevant in processing).

• Source: Animal bones, often non-kosher.

• Kashrus Status: Usually avoided by reliable hashgachas. Some leniencies exist under specific conditions, but consumers rely on certified sugar to avoid issues.

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3. Regulatory and Marketing Influence

• "Natural" marketing claims often lead manufacturers to prefer animal/insect-based colorants like carmine, as these are perceived as healthier alternatives to synthetic dyes.

• Vegans and vegetarians are also pushing for plant-based replacements — which ironically helps the kosher consumer, as companies often label "carmine-free" or "insect-free" for these markets.

• Kashrus agencies are well aware of these shifts and are increasingly vigilant, especially in health food sectors, natural candies, beverages, and supplements.

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4. What Should Kosher Consumers Watch For?

📌 Label Red Flags:

• “Carmine,” “cochineal extract,” or “E120” – avoid.

• “Natural color” – vague term; may include insect-based dyes. Always look for certification.

• “Resinous glaze,” “confectioner’s glaze” – may refer to shellac.

• Products with a natural or organic label but no hashgacha are not automatically kosher.

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Summary

As artificial dyes are banned, the use of natural alternatives — including insect-based and animal-derived colorants — will likely increase, especially in non-certified products. For the kosher consumer, this means greater vigilance is necessary, particularly regarding red and shiny colorings in foods and pills. The kosher industry is adapting, but consumers should always look for proper certification and avoid relying on ingredient lists alone.

Reb Shrage Feivel Mendelowitz, Zt"l

Alert: Freeze dried fruit, i.e. raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, etc. may be treated with ascorbic acid that is not kosher Li 'Pesach

 Fruits that were dried for 12 months do not have a concern of infestation, as the insects became dried out to a moisture content of 10-15% on average.

Fruits, i/e. raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, etc. that are freeze-dried are dried to a 1-4% moisture, therefore there should not be issue of infestation.

You should install A.S.A.P. a dual or triple lens dashcam ASAP, and avoid many legal issues, i.e. false cell phone tickets

The police were funded by the State of New Jersey to increase tickets for cell phones and seat belt.

It's well known that many false tickets are given for cellphones.

without an installed  dual lens DASH-CAM, you'll likely get a ticket.

Shatnez Warning!

 Vaad L'Mishmeres Shatnez-Tue, Apr 1 at 2:12 PM-ניסן תשפ"ה

 Shatnez discovered in woolen sweater

 Dear Concerned Yidden,

 We want to bring your attention to an important update following our recent notice about children’s clothing. Reports have now surfaced of adults potentially unknowingly wearing garments containing shatnez.

 Suits, coats, sweaters, and other wool-blend clothing, including those from prominent brands, are particularly at risk. Alarmingly,  a certain Diane von Furstenberg sweater have been found to contain a linen running stitch. Rabbi Yosef Sayagh, a leading shatnez expert, has indicated that all such sweaters should be presumed to contain shatnez.​

 While a random thread in the seams of one sweater might not appear in another, intentionally used linen stitching indicates that all similar sweaters are affected. This makes the situation especially serious.

  Consider this: if this were an issue of chametz before Pesach, there would be an immediate and widespread product recall. Why has awareness and observance of the mitzvah of shatnez fallen so far behind? Imagine sitting at the Seder in a home meticulously prepared to be chametz-free, every crumb removed—only to be wearing a shatnez sweater. Hard to believe? Tragically, for many uninformed consumers, this could be a reality.

 Attached are pictures detailing this discovery. We strongly encourage everyone to have their clothing checked, including woolen sweaters, by a certified shatnez tester without delay.

  May we all merit to fulfill this mitzvah with care and dedication.

 Did you know....The דבר שמואל states in תשובה קעח that those in positions of Rabbinical authority must examine all types of garments and inform the public about shatnez concerns. He mentions that the של"ה הקדוש did so in his ספר, and alerted the public to shatnez garments. You can view the דבר שמואל by clicking here.

 

 

 

ALERT- Shatnez Warning!

 Shatnez being found in Armando Martillo boy's suits

Armando Martillo boys' suits have once again been found to contain shatnez, a concern that first came to light three years ago and appears to persist even today. Alarmingly, many consumers remain unaware that polyester suits can also include shatnez. Despite this, the Jewish owner based in Canada has declined to issue a recall.

A troubling number of these suits have been confirmed to contain linen scraps (as shown in the picture). When paired with the wool incorporated into the jacket's inner components, this creates a significant shatnez issue, especially for children who might unknowingly wear these suits during Pesach.

These findings point to two potential scenarios: either a new batch of suits is being manufactured with the same shatnez issue, or older suits are still circulating, further perpetuating this risk.

To make matters even more concerning, multiple organizations are distributing these shatnez-laden suits for free, potentially spreading the issue unknowingly to recipients.

Did you know....

 The דבר שמואל states in תשובה קעח that those in positions of Rabbinical authority must examine all types of garments and inform the public about shatnez concerns. He mentions that the של"ה הקדוש did so in his ספר, and alerted the public to shatnez garments. 

Evergreen Shopping center, Route #9 Lakewood, NJ was obligated to install a traffic light, which was never installed-there were numerous tragedies- everyone is obligated APH to sue

It was the responsibilty of the contractor to have a trafdfic light installed prior to opening the shopping center. It was not a DOT obligation. The Township should have the contractor hire police 24/7 to direct traffic until the traffic light is installed and functioning.

Lakewood's Deep-State

 From an Email;

It's no secret anymore that we have a Deep-State issue in Lakewood that we must overcome.

The first thing is to vote out the Democrat Assemblyman that was shoved down our throats by the Deep-State.

No one should vote for anyone on the Vaad's list as they are all from the Deep State.

Any other ideas will be appreciated, It's a desperate situation.

Nuts factory Hashgocha finally removed

 https://vinnews.com/2025/03/16/kosher-certification-revoked-from-nuts-factory/

ALDI’S FRESH FARM-RAISED SALMON

 ALDI’S FRESH FARM-RAISED SALMON that is plain, unseasoned and vacuum-sealed and has skin / scales on one side is acceptable even without certification. 

[“Farm-Raised” is stated in fine print on the back.] 

This includes Aldi’s Atlantic Salmon Portion and Fillet, Norwegian Atlantic Salmon Portion, and Coho Salmon Portion. 

Some packages occasionally appear without any skin.  One should check each package for skin before purchasing.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A9183

OU Kosher Advisory Leroux Liqueurs

 OU Kosher Advisory Leroux Liqueurs

March 6, 2025: Leroux Liqueur has not been certified as kosher for quite a while. Old kosher product has tinted glass, the font of the word Leroux in one way, and diagonal shoulder. Bears on OU. Non-kosher product has clear bottle, different font, and round shulder, no OU.

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August 31, 2023 from the OU:

Following the acquisition of the Leroux liqueur brand by Phillips Distilling Company, Leroux liqueurs will no longer be certified by the Orthodox Union and will not bear the OU symbol.

From the Dallas K: For those of you who like Leroux liquor this is bad news! Now is the time to stock up!
Products bearing the OU are still acceptable.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A8610

Ice cream House-Lakewood, NJ-

 From an Email received

"I was just there and one of the cashiers is wearing short sleeves!! 

For a Chasidish owned place  this is terrible!"

Rav Breuer, Z"L on Kashrus

 

Background: When Rav Dr. (Levy) Yosef Breuer, Z”L, announced the establishment of the highly respected KAJ Kashrus, he stated:

“I am founding a kashrus organization that will adhere to basic kashrus standards, without chumras or hidurim.”

He explained his reasoning:

“If one focuses on chumras and hidurim, eventually, there may be nothing left of basic kashrus.” 

Then the Chumras and Hidurim are irelevant. 

Today, Bnei Torah and Yeshiva Leit seek high-quality products with a reliable kashrus standard—one that maintains authenticity without unnecessary chumras and hidurim.

Tartikuv Minchas Chinuch stands out stands out very much in this are of Chimras/Hidirim, but no basic Kashrus.

ALERT: Brown Eggs- Kashrus dilemma

 Brown Eggs have a tendency to have more blood spots, brown or red. At times they have what is called in Yiddish a "gersh'tel", also a problem.

Very often they are Cage-free, and there are roosters.

The blood-spots are a ד'אוריתא.

All Amish country eggs have roosters.

Usually at least 3-5 eggs out of a dozen have an serious kashrus issue- THEREFORE COOKING THEM AND NOT CHECKING IS not compliant with THE HALACHA.

There is no Heter for a Non-frum to check eggs, even if they get paid for every one they find.

living financially for the Frum family

https://www.livinglchaim.com/koshermoney/episode/2a0722e2/the-hasidic-man-with-a-money-warning-for-jewish-families 

UPDATE: CRC Hisachdus Alert- Glicks Parve chocolate had some dairy ones mixed in-The Mashgiach was "pre-occupied" with other interests- If he came at all!!

 CRC Hisachdus has had numerous Parve/Dairy issues the past few years.

CRC/ Hisachdus Parve Chocolate from an East Greenville, PA manufacturer, which should be listed always as Dairy.

Their Pesach Chocolate made at the Barton's while chocolate covered Matzo was being made side by side.

CRC/ Hisachdus- Glicks Parve/Dairy chocolate made in Turkey- The Mashgiach was not doing his job. There were other distractions.

CRC/Hisachdus Bakeries often (we know of 3 times in the past year) send Dairy/Parve Danishes to caterers and affairs in not properly marked boxes and the Dairy ones were served after Fleshing's.

CRC/Hisachdus for years did a  Lakewood production of "Parve" Chocolate in a facility that does Cholov Akum - with no Mashgiach at all.

ETC

Turkish fake honey production on the rise

 https://www.dw.com/en/turkish-fake-honey-on-the-rise/a-71626685

They just had a mamzeres named Layah, per blessing of Reb Shmuel and Sholom Kamenetsky and Rabbi Gershon Bess et al

TAMAR EPSTEIN REMARRIed WITHOUT A GET!

This is an urgent notification in regards to a woman who has now crossed the line and done the unthinkable. We at Mamzer Alert were very saddened to hear about the recent union of Tamar Epstein with her new boyfriend Mr Adam Fleischer. This tragic act of joining together a halachically married woman with a partner who is not her husband was consummated through Rabbi Nota Greenblatt, and with the approval of Rabbi Shmuel Kamentsky. We at Mamzer Alert condemn in the strongest terms possible this adulterous travesty, which encompasses nothing less than the utter trampling upon and total disregard for our holy Torah's marriage laws. The public needs to be aware that any of her future offspring will be considered mamzerim. See  http://daattorah.blogspot.co.il/2015/10/tamar-epstein-rav-gestetner-condemns.html

The biggest Holocaust ever, is taking place in Israel by the Israeli leftist, chilonim, etc. Their fake Concerns about the Hostages?, only to take down the BIBI Government!

PS -Stop the Abortions, you'll have 30,000 soldiers annually, without the Chareidim at all.

Note: In the army, it's 100% abortions!

 Given Data:

• Jewish births (mostly by the frum) in Israel in 2021: Approximately 135,639
• Legal abortions in Israel (mostly by chilonim) in 2021: Approximately 16,508 (99.5% of 16,591)
• Estimated illegal abortions in Israel: Approximately 15,000
• Arabs don't allow abortions

Total Abortions (Legal + Illegal):

$$16,508+15,000=31,508$$

Ratio of Jewish Births to Total Abortions:

$$\text{Ratio} = \frac{\text{Jewish births}}{\text{Total abortions}} = \frac{135,639}{31,508} \approx 4.3$$

Percentage of Abortions Compared to Jewish Births:

To calculate the percentage of abortions relative to Jewish births:

$$\text{Percentage} = \left(\frac{\text{Total abortions}}{\text{Jewish births}}\right) \times 100 = \left(\frac{31,508}{135,639}\right) \times 100 \approx 23.2\%$$

Final Results:

• There are approximately 4.3 Jewish births from the Frum for every abortion (legal and illegal) mostly from the Chilonim.
• Abortions account for approximately 23.2% of Jewish births in Israel.

When they scream דעת תורה, I don't know what it is, but דעת תורה it definitely isn't. Bi'shaim Reb Dovid Soloveitchik, Z"L

Others are looking to put together Chaburos for Matzos at East Kennedy Bobov Bakery, we observed many bakeries, and we think that East Kennedy Bobov ranks above

 AT BOBOV IT WAS CHECKED WITH A MOISTURE METER, 18%-+ as a DOUGH, 1-2% right OUT OF THE OVEN, NOBODY COMES CLOSE TO THAT- GET YOUR REJECTORS AWAY FROM THE OVEN- ABOUT TIME, uNLESS YOU WANT TO WEAR AN APRON AND LOOK LIKE A ROSH YESHIVA AT MATZO BAKING-IT WON'T GET YOU A SHTELLAR.

Chaburah Hand Matzos some pointers

  Chaburah Matzos 5785

1-      Room cleaned out completely from any dough pieces, flour dust etc. “a chometz free environment”.

2-      Only Yoshon wheat [sometimes they add spring wheat to add gluten]. More whole wheat in mix, less water. Note: a dry crumbly dough could handle a hot oven 1000F +. The dough must be worked out very well to become very pliable, so the velgerers can easily roll out a thin large matzo. We’ll use the flour with added “Rozoveh” that works best with the least amount of water. 40% water ratio to flour

3-      Without Finners, it’s very hard to work out the dough be very pliable, unless they use more water which causes many other problems.

4-      Another Finner table, so the finning will be longer and a more pliable dough. The knetter & Finner are the first ones finished by the 18-minute break, so they should start earlier, same in the morning at first “ma’irah”. All finning tables to be used, smaller mairos. Too often matzo dough piles up by the reddler table- corrective solution needs to be implemented??

5-      Change bowl & gloves between every mayrah-even first 3.

6-      Change water cup every time. (the one that pours water into flour) as it may splash flour onto the cup.

7-      Plastic sleeve on vacuum, by the “knetter”.

8-      Finning tables & finning bars should be wiped with a dry towel in between every dough. [by a chabura person]

9-      By the finning-always go down to bottom with the finner bar, to prevent folds, hand roll into a log.

10-   The aluminum dough divider, must be changed after every dough, wiped clean (not over table) & checked.

11-   They should be cut equal size.

12-   We’ll have people to work the dough pieces after it’s cut.

13-   The edges should be the same thickness as the rest not a thicker rim.

14-   Matzo dough should have a moisture percentage of 18% +-

15-   Rolling pins should not be kept under the arm. Rolling pins should not leave room.

16-   Sufficient number of sticks that take the matzos to the oven, so we don’t have to reuse any during the 18 minutes.

17-   Burn out the redlers & the bowls the night before or that morning early.

18-   Reddler paper to move a bit quicker.

19-   No waiting at the redling table, straight into oven -1-2 or 3 matzos- prefer sets of 2 matzos at a time, there will be less burned ones

20-   9-10- to the pound

21-   Even steel will b end when hot, therefore if the matzo bends does not necessarily mean it’s not baked well, chech the moisture percentage if it’s in the range of 2%, it’s fully baked.

22-   If need be, lower the oven temp, unless water or other adjustments can be made. [water 40% +-]

23-   No matzo is to be moved around from place to place in the oven; once it’s picked up it should be removed completely.

24-   The matzo shouldn’t be kept at the oven door after baking, to dry out.

25-   Clean boards by oven to put matzos on when removing from oven.

26-   Reddler table should be moved further from oven room door, if need be.

27-   No outsiders at any time during our baking time. No room & it’s a shter to the chaburah.

28-   We can check at packing for burnt matzos, kefulos & remove them.

29-   Silica gel packs supplied by customer, to be put into each box inside the plastic bag.

NOTE: I eat in KCL establishments, can I eat in various food establishments in the tri-State area

Then you can eat in the other establishments provided that you do not use any items that require Bedikas toloyim or cholv stam/akum which is actually cholov treif.

We were given this to post,-Teves 5785 To the Rabbonim of the Beis HaVaad. [Note: we'll fix up the hebrew iy"h next week]

Teves 5785 To the Rabbonim of the Beis HaVaad. 

I am reaching out once again to express my deepest concerns over recent events surrounding the heter-nisuin of a kohein and giyores, and its aftermath. It has been about nine months since my previous letter.

1 During this time, the tumult surrounding the saga of the heter-nesuin, given and then officially retracted by a Beis Din of the Beis HaVaad, had mostly quieted down, at least in the public sphere. 

What remained in its place was the sad chillul Hashem of a heter given without any reality-based explanation to support it, leaving the public with the perception that the heter was given only because its recipient was wealthy enough to pay for it. Recently this saga returned to the public sphere with the release of Rav Gorelick’s kunteres, “Kesser Kehuna” volume one, which traces the kehuna of the Laskin family, making them, ironically, from the best documented kehuna families in Klal Yisrael today. 

 This kunteres also introduces us to a letter, written in Russian and dated September 10, 1915, which the Beis Din recently produced in an attempt to justify the doubt cast on the kehuna of the Laskin family. This letter seems to have been written by the Laskin’s great grandfather Avraham Lashinsky, and happens to mention details about Avraham Lashinsky’s life, which would force us to conclude that the Laskin’s great grandfather Avraham Lashinsky, is actually not the person whose kever in queens says “Avraham Yitzchak HaKohein Lashinsky,” but rather a different person with an amazingly similar life. The issue with this letter is that it’s a forgery. 

Rav Gorelick demonstrates this clearly in his kunteres, and includes letters from several additional Rabbonim who call out this forgery as well. After the release of Rav Gorelick’s kunteres, the mood of the many yungerleit who have been paying attention to the developments of this saga, became cautiously optimistic. Surely now, the Beis Din would respond with something of substance. Perhaps they would explain the basis of their heter, or alternatively, perhaps the Beis Din would explain that they paskened only based on information presented to them, and now that their information has turned out to be inaccurate or unreliable the psak is withdrawn…

 Regrettably, the Beis Din chose instead to release a compilation of letters insisting that their psak is valid, claiming support from well-known Rabbonim, and threatening divine punishment to those who question the authenticity of an unexplained heter allowing a wealthy kohein to marry a giyores. What was missing from these letters was the one thing desperately needed - a reality-based explanation of why this marriage is permitted. Not only did these letters fail to reassure us that an explanation for the heter actually exists, but they also actually had the opposite effect, as several of the statements made in these letters were quite alarming, exasperating concerns over Beis HaVaad’s credibility and integrity instead of quieting them. 

Takanah Weddings

 A Takanah Wedding, with additional guidelines for eliminating certain customs like a Vort and simplifying Sheva Brachos, emphasizes modesty, affordability, and spiritual focus. These adjustments are often instituted by Rabbinic or communal leadership to create a framework for weddings that aligns with Torah values and avoids unnecessary financial or social pressure.

Enhanced Guidelines for a Takanah Wedding:

1. Eliminating the Vort:
• No Engagement Party: The traditional Vort (engagement party) is omitted entirely, saving families from the expense of hosting an additional event.
• Instead, a simple l’chaim may be held with immediate family and close friends to celebrate the engagement privately.
2. Simplified Sheva Brachot:
• Small Gatherings: Sheva Brachos meals during the week are limited to intimate gatherings with close family and friends.
• Home-Based Meals: Often hosted in private homes rather than rented halls, with simple, home-cooked meals or modest catering.
• Shabbos Sheva Brachos: A primary focus is placed on celebrating Sheva Brachos during Shabbos, often incorporated into the Shabbos meals. This allows for a more communal and spiritual atmosphere without added expense.
• Avoidance of large-scale or extravagant Sheva Brachos events.
3. Core Features of the Wedding:
• Guest List: Limited to close family and friends to keep the event meaningful and affordable.
• Catering: A simple menu is provided for the wedding meal, with fewer courses or simpler options.
• Music: A small or one-piece band suffices, ensuring a lively yet modest celebration.
4. Purpose of These Changes:
• Financial Relief: Eliminating the Vort and simplifying Sheva Brachos reduces financial burdens on families.
• Minimizing Pressure: Helps avoid social competition over engagement parties or elaborate post-wedding celebrations.
• Focus on Kedusha: Keeps attention on the sanctity of the wedding day, the chuppah, and the mitzvah of building a Jewish home.

By implementing these practices, Takanah Weddings foster an atmosphere where the focus remains on Torah values and the joy of the couple without unnecessary materialism. These changes ensure that families can celebrate without undue stress while maintaining dignity and joy.

 

Is Israel currently an apartheid, genocidal Country? See, How they treat the Charedim V the Chilonim! Why isn't it taken to the UN or ICC?

Wig Alert: The Hashgocha of chanichei yeshivas, Rav Gross, Avrohom Schlesinger

According to Rav Moshe Shternbuch and other Dayonim,

DO NOT RELY ON THE HASHGOCHA on wigs/ sheitels It's a bluff, just taking money.
IT'S A FRAUD, to say it mildly.

באתי להציע בזה על גבי הכתב בס"ד, בירור דברים שעלה בידינו בעניין ה'הכשר' המדומה על מקור השערות המשמשות לפיאות נכריות, וידוע מה שכתב מרן פוסק הדור הגר"מ שטרנבוך שליט"א בתשובות והנהגות ח"ה סי' רס"ה אודות ההכשר שאין לסמוך עליו, ולאחרונה עורר על כך מרן שליט"א בקצרה בדרשת שבת הגדול שההכשר רפוי, והנה מתוך העיסוק בעניין, עלה בידינו ממצאים רבים – וכל הנכתב כאן מוקלט ומגובה במסמכים, [ובכל מקום שנכתב איזה עניין בשם אחרים, הכוונה שיש תחת ידינו הקלטה מזה, אלא שלא טרחנו לחזור ולכתוב כן בכל מקום], וכתבתי בקצרה, וגם ישנם כמה עניינים שלא הספקתי כעת לכתוב, אך באמת אין צורך בזה באריכות, כי הרואה יראה מיד מהו ערכו של הכשר כזה שהסוחרים עצמם שמקבלים הכשרות לועגים על ההכשר ואומרים שההכשר אינו מונע מהם מלייבא שער הודי, ואי"ה עוד חזון למועד להרחיב הדברים ולבארם עוד.

וזה החלי בע"ה, התמקדתי בעיקר בעשרה נושאים מורחבים, ובתוך כל נושא העניין מתפצל לכמה וכמה עניינים, וכאשר תחזינה עיניכם מישרים.

ובנותן טעם להקדים תחילה מה שאמר לי אחד הסוחרים מארה"ב המקבלים השגחה: "רבאי שלזינגר לא יודע בדיוק מה שקורה, מי שרוצה לחטוא בוודאי יכול לחטוא, אם זה היה בשר אני לא הייתי אוכל, אני סומך על הקב"ה, אני מסתמך גם על הגוי בסין שלא יכשיל אותי".

וזהו דוגמא אחת מיני אלף, ואידך זיל גמור.

א] יוצא ונכנס

1- מידת היוצא ונכנס במדינת סין: [המפעלים בסין שמקבלים השגחה, כוללים גם מפעלים ל'סקין', וגם מפעלים בסין שמייצרים את הפיאות ומוכרים פיאות מוכנות, וכפי ששמענו מהסוחרים העומדים תחת ההשגחה].

All human hair Sheitels / wigs have Indian hair

Re: Sheitels, all originate from India and are therefore תקרובי עבודה זרה

 

Others claim the "vegans" are causing it!

 

Bird flu has killed millions of hens in recent weeks, shrinking the supply of eggs and hiking up prices at grocery stores.

Lotus cookies has kashrus issues and is not recommended, many bakeries are using them.

 A very reliable European Rav knowledgeable in kashrus has verified that there are kashrus issues of concern.

Israel leftists, including the head of Mossad et al will release terrorists with blood on every finger of theirs, they need room in the prisons for the Charedim that refuse to be drafted.

Alert: Roshei Yeshiva, Rabbonim, etc. all signed against Eretz Hakodesh-They are all interconnected- Eretz Hokodesh, Young Israel and Star-k

They are all interconnected- Eretz Hokodesh, Young Israel and Star-k