Shabbat programming is open to members and regulars only. No advanced registration required.
Special Kiddush Lunch! In Honor Of Denise Schwartz
Kiddush Lunch is sponsored by Baruch and Rachel Savin, as well as Abraham and Yordana Sanchez, on behalf of the entire community in honor of Denise Schwartz's Aliyah to Israel this week.
We will miss her dearly and are so proud of her for leading the way home!
The Personality Of A Posek - Rabbi Yonatan Halevy’s class at The Ḥabura
Nevi'im: New Course With Rabbanit Dr. Devorah Halevy!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Classes Resume!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
New Shulchan Aruch Playlist!VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes Resume! New Schedule!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Join us for Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Mazal Tov Announcements Jacob Schwartz and Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes Some classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom! SHABBAT SCHEDULE
We will meet in our regular Bet Knesset location for Shabbat. All members and regulars are invited to attend.
Friday night Tefillot will stay at a regular time, regardless of candle-lighting changing week-by-week. This Friday we will meet at 6:30pm.
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with Torah reading followed by a Kiddush Lunch!Kiddush Lunch is sponsored by Baruch and Rachel Savin, as well as Abraham and Yordana Sanchez, on behalf of the entire community in honor of Denise Schwartz's Aliyah to Israel this week. We will miss her dearly and are so proud of her for leading the way home!
Kids learning resumes 15 minutes before class!
Shabbat summer classes continue! Join us for a new series on "Israel and Humanity" by Rabbi Eliyahu Benamozegh.
Join us for Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal!
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week!
CLASSES
Class schedule will be announced in the Google Classroom. A reminder that all San Diego classes which formerly began at 8:30pm, now begin at 7:30pm. All other class times remain the same.
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom when it arrives, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
Parashat Emor - Shabbat Shalom!
Erev Shabbat - Friday
Mincha, Kabbalat Shabbat, and Arvit: 6:30pm
Candle Lighting: 7:24pm
Shekiah (Sunset): 7:37pm
Shabbat - Saturday
Shacharit: 9:00am
Latest Shema: 8:34am or 9:16am
Latest Shacharit: 10:26am
Kiddush Lunchfollowing Tefillah
Kids Learning with the Rabbi: 5:30pm
Shiur/Class: 5:45pm
Mincha: 6:45pm
Seudah Shelishit 7:15pm
Shabbat Ends: 8:25pm
Arvit
New Shabbat Afternoon Class Series!
Shabbat summer classes continue! Join us for a new series on "Israel and Humanity" by Rabbi Eliyahu Benamozegh
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Course continues!
Join us as we delve into some of the most sensitive and profound details of Jewish national law, and explore how our lawmakers approached the most controversial and relevant social justice issues of our time. Text-based and ongoing, this course will offer an inside view of the legal system that provides the basis for our national vision of a just and truly free society.
This course will largely be based on the Rambam’s Laws of Sanhedrin, with a special focus on the commentary of Rabbi Chaim David Halevy, former Chief Rabbi of Tel Aviv-Yafo.
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
44 Aggadeta episodes + 38 Expanding Horizons episodes + 71 Rambam’s Mishneh Torah episodes = 153 total podcast episodes available to listen to!
It has been more than a year since we announced the launch of our Shiviti podcast which is officially live across the web, featuring our most popular playlists! Search “Shiviti” or “Rabbi Yonatan Halevy” on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify - and subscribe!
Thanks to the hard work of Shiviti’s volunteer audio/video team!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Mazal Tov Announcements
Mazal Tov! Mazal Tov!
Happy Birthday to Jacob Schwartz! Mazal Tov!
Happy Birthday to Rabbi Yonatan Halevy! Mazal Tov!
To have your joyous occasion mentioned here, kindly email info@kshsd.org the week before. Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim does not have a record of occasions and announces only what we are provided by our members each week!
Zoom for Video Meetings!
We are utilizing state-of-the-art technology to continue our Torah classes.
Each class series has its own unique login code.
For classes, see the information below on joining our Google Classroom.
Join our Special Google Classroom!
If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, send an email to info@shiviti.org, requesting to join our "Special Shiviti" Google Classroom. Or just reply to this email!
For those who plan to only use this temporarily during this period, you can join our special Google Classroom setup just for the current situation. You will receive all live updates about any relevant classes being offered online without having to subscribe to one of the dedicated classrooms.
Subscribe in just one minute!
A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash online is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.
Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and clicking "subscribe"!
Due to a ShulCloud technical issue, some images may not load in this email. Thank you for your understanding.
Shabbat programming is open to members and regulars only. No advanced registration required.
In this newsletter:
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shabbat Times and Schedule
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
New Shabbat Afternoon Class Series!
Join The Shiviti WhatsApp Group!
The Personality Of A Posek - Rabbi Yonatan Halevy’s class at The Ḥabura
Nevi'im: New Course With Rabbanit Dr. Devorah Halevy!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Classes Resume!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
New Shulchan Aruch Playlist!VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes Resume! New Schedule!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Join us for Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Mazal Tov Announcements
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes Some classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom! SHABBAT SCHEDULE
We will meet in our regular Bet Knesset location for Shabbat. All members and regulars are invited to attend.
Friday night Tefillot will stay at a regular time, regardless of candle-lighting changing week-by-week. This Friday we will meet at 6:30pm.
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with Torah reading followed by a Kiddush Lunch! Kiddush Lunch is missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal!
Kids learning resumes 15 minutes before class!
Shabbat summer classes continue! Join us for a new series on "Israel and Humanity" by Rabbi Eliyahu Benamozegh.
Join us for Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal!
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week!
CLASSES
Class schedule will be announced in the Google Classroom. A reminder that all San Diego classes which formerly began at 8:30pm, now begin at 7:30pm. All other class times remain the same.
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom when it arrives, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
Parashat Kedoshim - Shabbat Shalom!
Erev Shabbat - Friday
Mincha, Kabbalat Shabbat, and Arvit: 6:30pm
Candle Lighting: 7:19pm
Shekiah (Sunset): 7:37pm
Shabbat - Saturday
Shacharit: 9:00am
Latest Shema: 8:37am or 9:18am
Latest Shacharit: 10:27am
Kiddush Lunchfollowing Tefillah
Kids Learning with the Rabbi: 5:30pm
Shiur/Class: 5:45pm
Mincha: 6:45pm
Seudah Shelishit 7:15pm
Shabbat Ends: 8:20pm
Arvit
New Shabbat Afternoon Class Series!
Shabbat summer classes continue! Join us for a new series on "Israel and Humanity" by Rabbi Eliyahu Benamozegh
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Course continues!
Join us as we delve into some of the most sensitive and profound details of Jewish national law, and explore how our lawmakers approached the most controversial and relevant social justice issues of our time. Text-based and ongoing, this course will offer an inside view of the legal system that provides the basis for our national vision of a just and truly free society.
This course will largely be based on the Rambam’s Laws of Sanhedrin, with a special focus on the commentary of Rabbi Chaim David Halevy, former Chief Rabbi of Tel Aviv-Yafo.
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
44 Aggadeta episodes + 38 Expanding Horizons episodes + 71 Rambam’s Mishneh Torah episodes = 153 total podcast episodes available to listen to!
It has been more than a year since we announced the launch of our Shiviti podcast which is officially live across the web, featuring our most popular playlists! Search “Shiviti” or “Rabbi Yonatan Halevy” on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify - and subscribe!
Thanks to the hard work of Shiviti’s volunteer audio/video team!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Mazal Tov Announcements
Mazal Tov! Mazal Tov!
To have your joyous occasion mentioned here, kindly email info@kshsd.org the week before. Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim does not have a record of occasions and announces only what we are provided by our members each week!
Zoom for Video Meetings!
We are utilizing state-of-the-art technology to continue our Torah classes.
Each class series has its own unique login code.
For classes, see the information below on joining our Google Classroom.
Join our Special Google Classroom!
If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, send an email to info@shiviti.org, requesting to join our "Special Shiviti" Google Classroom. Or just reply to this email!
For those who plan to only use this temporarily during this period, you can join our special Google Classroom setup just for the current situation. You will receive all live updates about any relevant classes being offered online without having to subscribe to one of the dedicated classrooms.
Subscribe in just one minute!
A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash online is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.
Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and clicking "subscribe"!
Shabbat programming is open to members and regulars only. No advanced registration required.
Pictures from the Kehillah - Mimouna Celebration!
In this newsletter:
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shabbat Times and Schedule
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
Join The Shiviti WhatsApp Group!
The Personality Of A Posek - Rabbi Yonatan Halevy’s class at The Ḥabura
Nevi'im: New Course With Rabbanit Dr. Devorah Halevy!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Classes Resume!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
New Shulchan Aruch Playlist!VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes Resume! New Schedule!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Join us for Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Mazal Tov Announcements Savin and Afriat families
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes Some classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom! SHABBAT SCHEDULE
We will meet in our regular Bet Knesset location for Shabbat. All members and regulars are invited to attend.
Friday night Tefillot will stay at a regular time, regardless of candle-lighting changing week-by-week. This Friday we will meet at 6:30pm.
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with Torah reading followed by a Kiddush Lunch! Kiddush Lunch is missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal!
Kids learning resumes 15 minutes before Mincha!
Join us for Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal!
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week!
CLASSES
Class schedule will be announced in the Google Classroom. A reminder that all San Diego classes which formerly began at 8:30pm, now begin at 7:30pm. All other class times remain the same.
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom when it arrives, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
Parashat Achare Mot - Shabbat Shalom!
Erev Shabbat - Friday
Mincha, Kabbalat Shabbat, and Arvit: 6:30pm
Candle Lighting: 7:14pm
Shekiah (Sunset): 7:32pm
Shabbat - Saturday
Shacharit: 9:00am
Latest Shema: 8:41am or 9:21am
Latest Shacharit: 10:29am
Kiddush Lunchfollowing Tefillah
Kids Learning with the Rabbi: 5:30pm
Shiur/Class: 5:45
Mincha: 6:45pm
Seudah Shelishit 7:15pm
Shabbat Ends: 8:14pm
Arvit
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
Join The Shiviti WhatsApp Group!
Want to receive the latest videos and content from Shiviti directly to your phone?
Please use the link below to join the Shiviti WhatsApp group (silent):
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Course continues!
Join us as we delve into some of the most sensitive and profound details of Jewish national law, and explore how our lawmakers approached the most controversial and relevant social justice issues of our time. Text-based and ongoing, this course will offer an inside view of the legal system that provides the basis for our national vision of a just and truly free society.
This course will largely be based on the Rambam’s Laws of Sanhedrin, with a special focus on the commentary of Rabbi Chaim David Halevy, former Chief Rabbi of Tel Aviv-Yafo.
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
44 Aggadeta episodes + 38 Expanding Horizons episodes + 71 Rambam’s Mishneh Torah episodes = 153 total podcast episodes available to listen to!
It has been more than a year since we announced the launch of our Shiviti podcast which is officially live across the web, featuring our most popular playlists! Search “Shiviti” or “Rabbi Yonatan Halevy” on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify - and subscribe!
Thanks to the hard work of Shiviti’s volunteer audio/video team!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Mazal Tov Announcements
Mazal Tov! Mazal Tov!
Mazal Tov to Leeor Savin on her Henna celebration this week! Mazal Tov!
Mazal Tov to Yosef David and Ariella Afriat on the Berit Milah of their son, Daniel Yaakov! Mazal Tov!
To have your joyous occasion mentioned here, kindly email info@kshsd.org the week before. Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim does not have a record of occasions and announces only what we are provided by our members each week!
Zoom for Video Meetings!
We are utilizing state-of-the-art technology to continue our Torah classes.
Each class series has its own unique login code.
For classes, see the information below on joining our Google Classroom.
Join our Special Google Classroom!
If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, send an email to info@shiviti.org, requesting to join our "Special Shiviti" Google Classroom. Or just reply to this email!
For those who plan to only use this temporarily during this period, you can join our special Google Classroom setup just for the current situation. You will receive all live updates about any relevant classes being offered online without having to subscribe to one of the dedicated classrooms.
Subscribe in just one minute!
A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash online is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.
Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and clicking "subscribe"!
As stated in numerous Shiviti classes, it is proper to remove all Chametz from one's possession as per the Torah's instruction. The sale of Chametz is forbidden according to many Halachic authorities, but it is offered here in the event that the above option is not available.
Rabbi Yonatan will be selling Chametz this year for Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim through Rabbi Moshe Benzaquen shlit"a of our Shiviti Bet Din in Los Angeles.
Sale will only work for those who will spend the entire holiday of Pesach in the Pacific time zone
You may sell your Chametz by submitting your name, address, phone number and email address, using the form below.
Deadline The deadline for selling Chametz through Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim is Thursday, April 18th at 11pm.
In the opening paragraph of the Haggadah recited at the Seder, we declare: "All who are hungry, let them come and eat." Each of us as individuals make up a singular entity, and in order to experience freedom ourselves, we must ensure that our brothers and sisters have the means to celebrate freedom too.
(Halachot from the Bet Midrash of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef zt"l)
The Laws of Searching for Chametz
One must search for Chametz by candlelight. One is obligated to search in every room in the house where Chametz is found. The same applies regarding balconies, gardens, cars, and the like.
The Proper Time for the Search The proper time for searching for Chametz is when three stars come out (if one was unable to search at this time he may still search and recite a blessing even later on during the night). One may not partake of bread or cake more than a “Kebetza” (approximately 54 grams) before searching for Chametz starting from a half-hour before the proper time of the search. Nevertheless, less than a Kebetza of bread or cake or even more than a Kebetza of fruits, vegetables, rice, and the like, may in fact be eaten before performing the search.
Sunset this year in San Diego is at approximately 7:23pm, which would make the proper time to search for Chametz 8:02pm.
The Customary Ten Pieces of Bread Some have the custom to hide ten pieces of well-wrapped bread throughout the house, so that they may be found by the person searching for Chametz. Those who follow this custom should be exceedingly careful to write down the locations of the ten pieces of Chametz, so that in the event that one (or more) piece(s) is/are not found, they will be able to be located using this list.
Renouncing Chametz After completing the search for Chametz, one must verbally nullify the Chametz by reciting:
“Kol Chamira De’Ika Birshuti De’La Chazitei U’dla Bi’artei Livtil Velehevei Ke’Afra De’Ar’ah.” (English Translation: “Any Chametz (leaven) which is in my possession, which I have not seen and I have not destroyed, is hereby nullified and should be considered like the dust of the earth.”)
One must recite this verbal renunciation in a language one understands, for if not, one does not fulfill one’s obligation of renouncing Chametz. It is customary to repeat the text of the renunciation three times in order to strengthen the matter.
Fast of the Firstborn
As with every year, firstborns have a custom to on the Eve of Pesach.
Fast begins:
4:52am
This year, it is suggested to study something short that will be considered an accomplishment for you - and make a Siyum with the members of your household tomorrow morning.
A suggested text to study is Pirke Avot, Mishnah of Sukkah, or the Laws of Pesach in the Rambam. Links below.
10:35am Latest time for burning Chametz סוף זמן ביעור חמץ
11:41am
The Rabbi will be burning Chametz publicly this year at his home at 11:15am. Do not bring aything wrapped in plastic or aluminum.
Destroying Chametz
On the morning of the 14th of Nissan, meaning this year (5784) which falls out on Monday morning, one must eliminate Chametz before the last time to do so arrives. All Chametz must be burnt (or renounced), and sold by this time.
The Mitzvah is to get rid of the Chametz - not burn it, necessarily.
The following options are suggested for those who cannot burn Chametz:
1. Donate to the poor, homeless, or non-Jewish organization that helps provide food for the needy. OR 2. Discard in the black trash cans outside, as they become city property.
Download your own Haggadah
A special Hebrew/English Sephardic Haggadah has been made available for your use!
You are invited to join us for a dynamic and refreshing Pesach Seder with Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim!!
This year's Seder will be full of inspirational teachings, uplifting customs, soulful songs, and lively discussions - with you as an active participant! The Seder meal will feature Soft Matzot and a full-course dinner.
Members Rates $60 per adult/$20 per child (4-12)
Non-Members Rates $75 per adult/$30 per child (4-12)
Students and Active Military $50 per adult
The Seder is open to Kehillah members and regulars (and their guests) only.
Gold and Platinum Members receive (2) complimentary tickets to this event. Reply for details.
The KSH Seder is meant to be an uplifting and transformational spiritual experience, not merely a communal dinner. As such, the Haggadah portion of the Seder is not rushed, but rather intentionally focused and elaborated on.
You are strongly encouraged to eat lunch and take an afternoon nap so that you will be well fed and rested for the Seder.
Don't tell us that you weren't warned! :)
Affordability Policy - Please Read!
As per Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim's policy, no one will be turned away for lack of funds!
Please contact Rabbi Yonatan privately if you would like to join us and require assistance.
When registering, kindly consider sponsoring a reservation for someone else by leaving us a note in the proper field.
VIDEO! Pesach Preparation Seminar with Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
We have posted last year's video for your convenience.
As stated in numerous Shiviti classes, it is proper to remove all Chametz from one's possession as per the Torah's instruction. The sale of Chametz is forbidden according to many Halachic authorities, but it is offered here in the event that the above option is not available.
Rabbi Yonatan will be selling Chametz this year for Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim through Rabbi Moshe Benzaquen shlit"a of our Shiviti Bet Din in Los Angeles.
Sale will only work for those who will spend the entire holiday of Pesach in the Pacific time zone
You may sell your Chametz by submitting your name, address, phone number and email address, using the form below.
Deadline The deadline for selling Chametz through Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim is Thursday, April 18th at 11pm.
In the opening paragraph of the Haggadah recited at the Seder, we declare: "All who are hungry, let them come and eat." Each of us as individuals make up a singular entity, and in order to experience freedom ourselves, we must ensure that our brothers and sisters have the means to celebrate freedom too.
(Halachot from the Bet Midrash of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef zt"l)
The Laws of Searching for Chametz
One must search for Chametz by candlelight. One is obligated to search in every room in the house where Chametz is found. The same applies regarding balconies, gardens, cars, and the like.
The Proper Time for the Search The proper time for searching for Chametz is when three stars come out (if one was unable to search at this time he may still search and recite a blessing even later on during the night). One may not partake of bread or cake more than a “Kebetza” (approximately 54 grams) before searching for Chametz starting from a half-hour before the proper time of the search. Nevertheless, less than a Kebetza of bread or cake or even more than a Kebetza of fruits, vegetables, rice, and the like, may in fact be eaten before performing the search.
Sunset this year in San Diego is at approximately 7:23pm, which would make the proper time to search for Chametz 8:02pm.
The Customary Ten Pieces of Bread Some have the custom to hide ten pieces of well-wrapped bread throughout the house, so that they may be found by the person searching for Chametz. Those who follow this custom should be exceedingly careful to write down the locations of the ten pieces of Chametz, so that in the event that one (or more) piece(s) is/are not found, they will be able to be located using this list.
Renouncing Chametz After completing the search for Chametz, one must verbally nullify the Chametz by reciting:
“Kol Chamira De’Ika Birshuti De’La Chazitei U’dla Bi’artei Livtil Velehevei Ke’Afra De’Ar’ah.” (English Translation: “Any Chametz (leaven) which is in my possession, which I have not seen and I have not destroyed, is hereby nullified and should be considered like the dust of the earth.”)
One must recite this verbal renunciation in a language one understands, for if not, one does not fulfill one’s obligation of renouncing Chametz. It is customary to repeat the text of the renunciation three times in order to strengthen the matter.
Fast of the Firstborn
As with every year, firstborns have a custom to on the Eve of Pesach.
Fast begins:
4:52am
This year, it is suggested to study something short that will be considered an accomplishment for you - and make a Siyum with the members of your household tomorrow morning.
A suggested text to study is Pirke Avot, Mishnah of Sukkah, or the Laws of Pesach in the Rambam. Links below.
10:35am Latest time for burning Chametz סוף זמן ביעור חמץ
11:41am
The Rabbi will be burning Chametz publicly this year at his home at 11:15am. Do not bring aything wrapped in plastic or aluminum.
Destroying Chametz
On the morning of the 14th of Nissan, meaning this year (5784) which falls out on Monday morning, one must eliminate Chametz before the last time to do so arrives. All Chametz must be burnt (or renounced), and sold by this time.
The Mitzvah is to get rid of the Chametz - not burn it, necessarily.
The following options are suggested for those who cannot burn Chametz:
1. Donate to the poor, homeless, or non-Jewish organization that helps provide food for the needy. OR 2. Discard in the black trash cans outside, as they become city property.
Download your own Haggadah
A special Hebrew/English Sephardic Haggadah has been made available for your use!
You are invited to join us for a dynamic and refreshing Pesach Seder with Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim!!
This year's Seder will be full of inspirational teachings, uplifting customs, soulful songs, and lively discussions - with you as an active participant! The Seder meal will feature Soft Matzot and a full-course dinner.
Members Rates $60 per adult/$20 per child (4-12)
Non-Members Rates $75 per adult/$30 per child (4-12)
Students and Active Military $50 per adult
The Seder is open to Kehillah members and regulars (and their guests) only.
Gold and Platinum Members receive (2) complimentary tickets to this event. Reply for details.
The KSH Seder is meant to be an uplifting and transformational spiritual experience, not merely a communal dinner. As such, the Haggadah portion of the Seder is not rushed, but rather intentionally focused and elaborated on.
You are strongly encouraged to eat lunch and take an afternoon nap so that you will be well fed and rested for the Seder.
Don't tell us that you weren't warned! :)
Affordability Policy - Please Read!
As per Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim's policy, no one will be turned away for lack of funds!
Please contact Rabbi Yonatan privately if you would like to join us and require assistance.
When registering, kindly consider sponsoring a reservation for someone else by leaving us a note in the proper field.
VIDEO! Pesach Preparation Seminar with Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
We have posted last year's video for your convenience.
As stated in numerous Shiviti classes, it is proper to remove all Chametz from one's possession as per the Torah's instruction. The sale of Chametz is forbidden according to many Halachic authorities, but it is offered here in the event that the above option is not available.
Rabbi Yonatan will be selling Chametz this year for Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim through Rabbi Moshe Benzaquen shlit"a of our Shiviti Bet Din in Los Angeles.
Sale will only work for those who will spend the entire holiday of Pesach in the Pacific time zone
You may sell your Chametz by submitting your name, address, phone number and email address, using the form below.
Deadline The deadline for selling Chametz through Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim is Thursday, April 18th at 11pm.
In the opening paragraph of the Haggadah recited at the Seder, we declare: "All who are hungry, let them come and eat." Each of us as individuals make up a singular entity, and in order to experience freedom ourselves, we must ensure that our brothers and sisters have the means to celebrate freedom too.
(Halachot from the Bet Midrash of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef zt"l)
The Laws of Searching for Chametz
One must search for Chametz by candlelight. One is obligated to search in every room in the house where Chametz is found. The same applies regarding balconies, gardens, cars, and the like.
The Proper Time for the Search The proper time for searching for Chametz is when three stars come out (if one was unable to search at this time he may still search and recite a blessing even later on during the night). One may not partake of bread or cake more than a “Kebetza” (approximately 54 grams) before searching for Chametz starting from a half-hour before the proper time of the search. Nevertheless, less than a Kebetza of bread or cake or even more than a Kebetza of fruits, vegetables, rice, and the like, may in fact be eaten before performing the search.
Sunset this year in San Diego is at approximately 7:23pm, which would make the proper time to search for Chametz 8:02pm.
The Customary Ten Pieces of Bread Some have the custom to hide ten pieces of well-wrapped bread throughout the house, so that they may be found by the person searching for Chametz. Those who follow this custom should be exceedingly careful to write down the locations of the ten pieces of Chametz, so that in the event that one (or more) piece(s) is/are not found, they will be able to be located using this list.
Renouncing Chametz After completing the search for Chametz, one must verbally nullify the Chametz by reciting:
“Kol Chamira De’Ika Birshuti De’La Chazitei U’dla Bi’artei Livtil Velehevei Ke’Afra De’Ar’ah.” (English Translation: “Any Chametz (leaven) which is in my possession, which I have not seen and I have not destroyed, is hereby nullified and should be considered like the dust of the earth.”)
One must recite this verbal renunciation in a language one understands, for if not, one does not fulfill one’s obligation of renouncing Chametz. It is customary to repeat the text of the renunciation three times in order to strengthen the matter.
Fast of the Firstborn
As with every year, firstborns have a custom to on the Eve of Pesach.
Fast begins:
4:52am
This year, it is suggested to study something short that will be considered an accomplishment for you - and make a Siyum with the members of your household tomorrow morning.
A suggested text to study is Pirke Avot, Mishnah of Sukkah, or the Laws of Pesach in the Rambam. Links below.
10:35am Latest time for burning Chametz סוף זמן ביעור חמץ
11:41am
The Rabbi will be burning Chametz publicly this year at his home at 11:15am. Do not bring aything wrapped in plastic or aluminum.
Destroying Chametz
On the morning of the 14th of Nissan, meaning this year (5784) which falls out on Monday morning, one must eliminate Chametz before the last time to do so arrives. All Chametz must be burnt (or renounced), and sold by this time.
The Mitzvah is to get rid of the Chametz - not burn it, necessarily.
The following options are suggested for those who cannot burn Chametz:
1. Donate to the poor, homeless, or non-Jewish organization that helps provide food for the needy. OR 2. Discard in the black trash cans outside, as they become city property.
Download your own Haggadah
A special Hebrew/English Sephardic Haggadah has been made available for your use!
You are invited to join us for a dynamic and refreshing Pesach Seder with Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim!!
This year's Seder will be full of inspirational teachings, uplifting customs, soulful songs, and lively discussions - with you as an active participant! The Seder meal will feature Soft Matzot and a full-course dinner.
Members Rates $60 per adult/$20 per child (4-12)
Non-Members Rates $75 per adult/$30 per child (4-12)
Students and Active Military $50 per adult
The Seder is open to Kehillah members and regulars (and their guests) only.
Gold and Platinum Members receive (2) complimentary tickets to this event. Reply for details.
The KSH Seder is meant to be an uplifting and transformational spiritual experience, not merely a communal dinner. As such, the Haggadah portion of the Seder is not rushed, but rather intentionally focused and elaborated on.
You are strongly encouraged to eat lunch and take an afternoon nap so that you will be well fed and rested for the Seder.
Don't tell us that you weren't warned! :)
Affordability Policy - Please Read!
As per Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim's policy, no one will be turned away for lack of funds!
Please contact Rabbi Yonatan privately if you would like to join us and require assistance.
When registering, kindly consider sponsoring a reservation for someone else by leaving us a note in the proper field.
VIDEO! Pesach Preparation Seminar with Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
We have posted last year's video for your convenience.
As stated in numerous Shiviti classes, it is proper to remove all Chametz from one's possession as per the Torah's instruction. The sale of Chametz is forbidden according to many Halachic authorities, but it is offered here in the event that the above option is not available.
Rabbi Yonatan will be selling Chametz this year for Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim through Rabbi Moshe Benzaquen shlit"a of our Shiviti Bet Din in Los Angeles.
Sale will only work for those who will spend the entire holiday of Pesach in the Pacific time zone
You may sell your Chametz by submitting your name, address, phone number and email address, using the form below.
Deadline The deadline for selling Chametz through Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim is Thursday, April 18th at 11pm.
In the opening paragraph of the Haggadah recited at the Seder, we declare: "All who are hungry, let them come and eat." Each of us as individuals make up a singular entity, and in order to experience freedom ourselves, we must ensure that our brothers and sisters have the means to celebrate freedom too.
(Halachot from the Bet Midrash of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef zt"l)
The Laws of Searching for Chametz
One must search for Chametz by candlelight. One is obligated to search in every room in the house where Chametz is found. The same applies regarding balconies, gardens, cars, and the like.
The Proper Time for the Search The proper time for searching for Chametz is when three stars come out (if one was unable to search at this time he may still search and recite a blessing even later on during the night). One may not partake of bread or cake more than a “Kebetza” (approximately 54 grams) before searching for Chametz starting from a half-hour before the proper time of the search. Nevertheless, less than a Kebetza of bread or cake or even more than a Kebetza of fruits, vegetables, rice, and the like, may in fact be eaten before performing the search.
Sunset this year in San Diego is at approximately 7:23pm, which would make the proper time to search for Chametz 8:02pm.
The Customary Ten Pieces of Bread Some have the custom to hide ten pieces of well-wrapped bread throughout the house, so that they may be found by the person searching for Chametz. Those who follow this custom should be exceedingly careful to write down the locations of the ten pieces of Chametz, so that in the event that one (or more) piece(s) is/are not found, they will be able to be located using this list.
Renouncing Chametz After completing the search for Chametz, one must verbally nullify the Chametz by reciting:
“Kol Chamira De’Ika Birshuti De’La Chazitei U’dla Bi’artei Livtil Velehevei Ke’Afra De’Ar’ah.” (English Translation: “Any Chametz (leaven) which is in my possession, which I have not seen and I have not destroyed, is hereby nullified and should be considered like the dust of the earth.”)
One must recite this verbal renunciation in a language one understands, for if not, one does not fulfill one’s obligation of renouncing Chametz. It is customary to repeat the text of the renunciation three times in order to strengthen the matter.
Fast of the Firstborn
As with every year, firstborns have a custom to on the Eve of Pesach.
Fast begins:
4:52am
This year, it is suggested to study something short that will be considered an accomplishment for you - and make a Siyum with the members of your household tomorrow morning.
A suggested text to study is Pirke Avot, Mishnah of Sukkah, or the Laws of Pesach in the Rambam. Links below.
10:35am Latest time for burning Chametz סוף זמן ביעור חמץ
11:41am
The Rabbi will be burning Chametz publicly this year at his home at 11:15am. Do not bring aything wrapped in plastic or aluminum.
Destroying Chametz
On the morning of the 14th of Nissan, meaning this year (5784) which falls out on Monday morning, one must eliminate Chametz before the last time to do so arrives. All Chametz must be burnt (or renounced), and sold by this time.
The Mitzvah is to get rid of the Chametz - not burn it, necessarily.
The following options are suggested for those who cannot burn Chametz:
1. Donate to the poor, homeless, or non-Jewish organization that helps provide food for the needy. OR 2. Discard in the black trash cans outside, as they become city property.
Download your own Haggadah
A special Hebrew/English Sephardic Haggadah has been made available for your use!
The Personality Of A Posek - Rabbi Yonatan Halevy’s class at The Ḥabura
Nevi'im: New Course With Rabbanit Dr. Devorah Halevy!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Classes Resume!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
New Shulchan Aruch Playlist!VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes Resume! New Schedule!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Join us for Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Mazal Tov Announcements Itai Savin, Gulkar family
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes Some classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom! SHABBAT SCHEDULE
We will meet in our regular Bet Knesset location for Shabbat. All members and regulars are invited to attend.
Friday night Tefillot will stay at a regular time, regardless of candle-lighting changing week-by-week. This Friday we will meet at 6:30pm.
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with Torah reading followed by a Kiddush Lunch! Kiddush Lunchis generously sponsored by Rabbi Dr. Shalom and Mrs. Yehudit Halevy in honor of the Azkarah of her mother, Chana Bitton z"l. Tizku L'Mitzvot!
Kids learning resumes 15 minutes before Mincha!
Join us for Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal!
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week! Pesach
Please see the Pesach schedule and registration links above.
CLASSES
Class schedule will be announced in the Google Classroom. A reminder that all San Diego classes which formerly began at 8:30pm, now begin at 7:30pm. All other class times remain the same.
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom when it arrives, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
Parashat Metzora - Shabbat Shalom!
Erev Shabbat - Friday
Mincha, Kabbalat Shabbat, and Arvit: 6:30pm
Candle Lighting: 7:04pm
Shekiah (Sunset): 7:17pm
Shabbat - Saturday
Shacharit: 9:00am
Latest Shema: 8:52am or 9:30am
Latest Shacharit: 10:36am
Kiddush Lunchfollowing Tefillah
Kids Learning with the Rabbi: 6:00pm
Shiur/Class: N/A
Mincha: 6:15pm
Seudah Shelishit 6:45pm
Shabbat Ends: 8:02pm
Arvit
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
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Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Course continues!
Join us as we delve into some of the most sensitive and profound details of Jewish national law, and explore how our lawmakers approached the most controversial and relevant social justice issues of our time. Text-based and ongoing, this course will offer an inside view of the legal system that provides the basis for our national vision of a just and truly free society.
This course will largely be based on the Rambam’s Laws of Sanhedrin, with a special focus on the commentary of Rabbi Chaim David Halevy, former Chief Rabbi of Tel Aviv-Yafo.
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
44 Aggadeta episodes + 38 Expanding Horizons episodes + 71 Rambam’s Mishneh Torah episodes = 153 total podcast episodes available to listen to!
It has been more than a year since we announced the launch of our Shiviti podcast which is officially live across the web, featuring our most popular playlists! Search “Shiviti” or “Rabbi Yonatan Halevy” on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify - and subscribe!
Thanks to the hard work of Shiviti’s volunteer audio/video team!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Mazal Tov Announcements
Mazal Tov! Mazal Tov!
To have your joyous occasion mentioned here, kindly email info@kshsd.org the week before. Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim does not have a record of occasions and announces only what we are provided by our members each week!
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You are invited to join us for a dynamic and refreshing Pesach Seder with Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim!!
This year's Seder will be full of inspirational teachings, uplifting customs, soulful songs, and lively discussions - with you as an active participant! The Seder meal will feature Soft Matzot and a full-course dinner.
Members Rates $60 per adult/$20 per child (4-12)
Non-Members Rates $75 per adult/$30 per child (4-12)
Students and Active Military $50 per adult
The Seder is open to Kehillah members and regulars (and their guests) only.
Gold and Platinum Members receive (2) complimentary tickets to this event. Reply for details.
The KSH Seder is meant to be an uplifting and transformational spiritual experience, not merely a communal dinner. As such, the Haggadah portion of the Seder is not rushed, but rather intentionally focused and elaborated on.
You are strongly encouraged to eat lunch and take an afternoon nap so that you will be well fed and rested for the Seder.
Don't tell us that you weren't warned! :)
Affordability Policy - Please Read!
As per Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim's policy, no one will be turned away for lack of funds!
Please contact Rabbi Yonatan privately if you would like to join us and require assistance.
When registering, kindly consider sponsoring a reservation for someone else by leaving us a note in the proper field.
VIDEO! Pesach Preparation Seminar with Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
We have posted last year's video for your convenience.
As stated in numerous Shiviti classes, it is proper to remove all Chametz from one's possession as per the Torah's instruction. The sale of Chametz is forbidden according to many Halachic authorities, but it is offered here in the event that the above option is not available.
Rabbi Yonatan will be selling Chametz this year for Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim through Rabbi Moshe Benzaquen shlit"a of our Shiviti Bet Din in Los Angeles.
Sale will only work for those who will spend the entire holiday of Pesach in the Pacific time zone
You may sell your Chametz by submitting your name, address, phone number and email address, using the form below.
Deadline The deadline for selling Chametz through Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim is Thursday, April 18th at 11pm.
In the opening paragraph of the Haggadah recited at the Seder, we declare: "All who are hungry, let them come and eat." Each of us as individuals make up a singular entity, and in order to experience freedom ourselves, we must ensure that our brothers and sisters have the means to celebrate freedom too.
(Halachot from the Bet Midrash of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef zt"l)
The Laws of Searching for Chametz
One must search for Chametz by candlelight. One is obligated to search in every room in the house where Chametz is found. The same applies regarding balconies, gardens, cars, and the like.
The Proper Time for the Search The proper time for searching for Chametz is when three stars come out (if one was unable to search at this time he may still search and recite a blessing even later on during the night). One may not partake of bread or cake more than a “Kebetza” (approximately 54 grams) before searching for Chametz starting from a half-hour before the proper time of the search. Nevertheless, less than a Kebetza of bread or cake or even more than a Kebetza of fruits, vegetables, rice, and the like, may in fact be eaten before performing the search.
Sunset this year in San Diego is at approximately 7:23pm, which would make the proper time to search for Chametz 8:02pm.
The Customary Ten Pieces of Bread Some have the custom to hide ten pieces of well-wrapped bread throughout the house, so that they may be found by the person searching for Chametz. Those who follow this custom should be exceedingly careful to write down the locations of the ten pieces of Chametz, so that in the event that one (or more) piece(s) is/are not found, they will be able to be located using this list.
Renouncing Chametz After completing the search for Chametz, one must verbally nullify the Chametz by reciting:
“Kol Chamira De’Ika Birshuti De’La Chazitei U’dla Bi’artei Livtil Velehevei Ke’Afra De’Ar’ah.” (English Translation: “Any Chametz (leaven) which is in my possession, which I have not seen and I have not destroyed, is hereby nullified and should be considered like the dust of the earth.”)
One must recite this verbal renunciation in a language one understands, for if not, one does not fulfill one’s obligation of renouncing Chametz. It is customary to repeat the text of the renunciation three times in order to strengthen the matter.
Fast of the Firstborn
As with every year, firstborns have a custom to on the Eve of Pesach.
Fast begins:
4:52am
This year, it is suggested to study something short that will be considered an accomplishment for you - and make a Siyum with the members of your household tomorrow morning.
A suggested text to study is Pirke Avot, Mishnah of Sukkah, or the Laws of Pesach in the Rambam. Links below.
10:35am Latest time for burning Chametz סוף זמן ביעור חמץ
11:41am
The Rabbi will be burning Chametz publicly this year at his home at 11:15am. Do not bring aything wrapped in plastic or aluminum.
Destroying Chametz
On the morning of the 14th of Nissan, meaning this year (5784) which falls out on Monday morning, one must eliminate Chametz before the last time to do so arrives. All Chametz must be burnt (or renounced), and sold by this time.
The Mitzvah is to get rid of the Chametz - not burn it, necessarily.
The following options are suggested for those who cannot burn Chametz:
1. Donate to the poor, homeless, or non-Jewish organization that helps provide food for the needy. OR 2. Discard in the black trash cans outside, as they become city property.
Download your own Haggadah
A special Hebrew/English Sephardic Haggadah has been made available for your use!
Pesach and Shavuot Campus Sponsorship Opportunities
Rabbi's Logistical Team Volunteer Opportunities
Pesach Seder and Communal Meals at KSH
Exciting news! We have secured our larger location for Pesach and Shavuot!
It is with tremendous gratitude to HaKadosh Baruch Hu that we share with you the exciting news that our management has graciously accepted our request to return to our larger unit for Pesach and Shavuot this year!
As of now, Tefillot will remain in our regular location (Suite K), and the Seder and communal meals will take place in our new location (Suite 100).
This will enable us to: 1) accomadate our entire community with visiting family and guests; 2) make the meals more convenient instead of walking back and forth twice a day to the Rabbi and Rabbanit's home; 3)as well as provide a safe space for the children to play during Tefillah.
Due to space limitations, High Holiday Tefillot are open to Kehillah members and regulars only(exceptions may be requested via email for immediate family on case-by-case basis space-permitting), as well as to our visitingShiviti members from around the world.
Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim is a private place of prayer serving local members of the worldwide Shiviti movement.
Holiday Campus Sponsorship Opportunities
We have incurred new expenses in preparing for the holidays and could always use your help.
Kindly consider contributing to our holiday fund by clicking here!
The holidays this year will present us with unprecedented logistical challenges, but the reward of finally being able to be together will make all of it worthwhile.
Only if you 1) have ample free time and 2) are physically able to lift chairs/books/tables/food and wish to volunteer for the Rabbi's logistical team, please email rabbi@shiviti.org.
Want to help but can't commit to the above?
We will inevitably incur unplanned expenses in preparing our new location for the holidays and could always use your help.
You are invited to join us for a dynamic and refreshing Pesach Seder with Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim!!
This year's Seder will be full of inspirational teachings, uplifting customs, soulful songs, and lively discussions - with you as an active participant! The Seder meal will feature Soft Matzot and a full-course dinner.
Members Rates $60 per adult/$20 per child (4-12)
Non-Members Rates $75 per adult/$30 per child (4-12)
Students and Active Military $50 per adult
The Seder is open to Kehillah members and regulars (and their guests) only.
Gold and Platinum Members receive (2) complimentary tickets to this event. Reply for details.
The KSH Seder is meant to be an uplifting and transformational spiritual experience, not merely a communal dinner. As such, the Haggadah portion of the Seder is not rushed, but rather intentionally focused and elaborated on.
You are strongly encouraged to eat lunch and take an afternoon nap so that you will be well fed and rested for the Seder.
Don't tell us that you weren't warned! :)
Affordability Policy - Please Read!
As per Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim's policy, no one will be turned away for lack of funds!
Please contact Rabbi Yonatan privately if you would like to join us and require assistance.
When registering, kindly consider sponsoring a reservation for someone else by leaving us a note in the proper field.
Rabbi Yonatan will be selling Chametz this year for Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim through Rabbi Moshe Benzaquen shlit"a of our Shiviti Bet Din in Los Angeles.
Sale will only work for those who will spend the entire holiday of Pesach in the Pacific time zone
You may sell your Chametz by submitting your name, address, phone number and email address, using the form below.
Deadline The deadline for selling Chametz through Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim is Wednesday, April 17th at 11pm.
In the opening paragraph of the Haggadah recited at the Seder, we declare: "All who are hungry, let them come and eat." Each of us as individuals make up a singular entity, and in order to experience freedom ourselves, we must ensure that our brothers and sisters have the means to celebrate freedom too.
(Halachot from the Bet Midrash of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef zt"l)
The Laws of Searching for Chametz
One must search for Chametz by candlelight. One is obligated to search in every room in the house where Chametz is found. The same applies regarding balconies, gardens, cars, and the like.
The Proper Time for the Search The proper time for searching for Chametz is when three stars come out (if one was unable to search at this time he may still search and recite a blessing even later on during the night). One may not partake of bread or cake more than a “Kebetza” (approximately 54 grams) before searching for Chametz starting from a half-hour before the proper time of the search. Nevertheless, less than a Kebetza of bread or cake or even more than a Kebetza of fruits, vegetables, rice, and the like, may in fact be eaten before performing the search.
Sunset this year in San Diego is at approximately 7:23pm, which would make the proper time to search for Chametz 8:02pm.
The Customary Ten Pieces of Bread Some have the custom to hide ten pieces of well-wrapped bread throughout the house, so that they may be found by the person searching for Chametz. Those who follow this custom should be exceedingly careful to write down the locations of the ten pieces of Chametz, so that in the event that one (or more) piece(s) is/are not found, they will be able to be located using this list.
Renouncing Chametz After completing the search for Chametz, one must verbally nullify the Chametz by reciting:
“Kol Chamira De’Ika Birshuti De’La Chazitei U’dla Bi’artei Livtil Velehevei Ke’Afra De’Ar’ah.” (English Translation: “Any Chametz (leaven) which is in my possession, which I have not seen and I have not destroyed, is hereby nullified and should be considered like the dust of the earth.”)
One must recite this verbal renunciation in a language one understands, for if not, one does not fulfill one’s obligation of renouncing Chametz. It is customary to repeat the text of the renunciation three times in order to strengthen the matter.
Fast of the Firstborn
As with every year, firstborns have a custom to on the Eve of Pesach.
Fast begins:
4:52am
This year, it is suggested to study something short that will be considered an accomplishment for you - and make a Siyum with the members of your household tomorrow morning.
A suggested text to study is Pirke Avot, Mishnah of Sukkah, or the Laws of Pesach in the Rambam. Links below.
10:35am Latest time for burning Chametz סוף זמן ביעור חמץ
11:41am
The Rabbi will be burning Chametz publicly this year at his home at 11:15am. Do not bring aything wrapped in plastic or aluminum.
Destroying Chametz
On the morning of the 14th of Nissan, meaning this year (5784) which falls out on Monday morning, one must eliminate Chametz before the last time to do so arrives. All Chametz must be burnt (or renounced), and sold by this time.
The Mitzvah is to get rid of the Chametz - not burn it, necessarily.
The following options are suggested for those who cannot burn Chametz:
1. Donate to the poor, homeless, or non-Jewish organization that helps provide food for the needy. OR 2. Discard in the black trash cans outside, as they become city property.
Download your own Haggadah
A special Hebrew/English Sephardic Haggadah has been made available for your use!
The Personality Of A Posek - Rabbi Yonatan Halevy’s class at The Ḥabura
Nevi'im: New Course With Rabbanit Dr. Devorah Halevy!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Classes Resume!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
New Shulchan Aruch Playlist!VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes Resume! New Schedule!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Join us for Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Mazal Tov Announcements Itai Savin, Gulkar family
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes Some classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom!
We have returned from our travels to Portland, baruch Hashem. SHABBAT SCHEDULE
We will meet in our regular Bet Knesset location for Shabbat. All members and regulars are invited to attend.
Friday night Tefillot will stay at a regular time, regardless of candle-lighting changing week-by-week. This Friday we will meet at 6:30pm.
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with Torah reading (and a special reading of Zachor) followed by a Kiddush Lunch! Kiddush Lunchis generously sponsored by Baruch and Rachel Savin in honor of Itai's birthday.Mazal Tov!
Kids learning resumes 15 minutes before Mincha!
Join us for Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal!
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week! Pesach
Please see the Pesach schedule and registration links above. MATZAH BAKERY
Matzah pick-up information has been sent out.
CLASSES
Class schedule will be announced in the Google Classroom. A reminder that all San Diego classes which formerly began at 8:30pm, now begin at 7:30pm. All other class times remain the same.
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom when it arrives, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
Parashat Tazria - Shabbat Shalom!
Erev Shabbat - Friday
Mincha, Kabbalat Shabbat, and Arvit: 6:30pm
Candle Lighting: 6:59pm
Shekiah (Sunset): 7:17pm
Shabbat - Saturday
Shacharit: 9:00am
Latest Shema: 8:57am or 9:35am
Latest Shacharit: 10:39am
Kiddush Lunchfollowing Tefillah
Kids Learning with the Rabbi: 6:00pm
Shiur/Class: N/A
Mincha: 6:15pm
Seudah Shelishit 6:45pm
Shabbat Ends: 7:56pm
Arvit
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
Join The Shiviti WhatsApp Group!
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Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Course continues!
Join us as we delve into some of the most sensitive and profound details of Jewish national law, and explore how our lawmakers approached the most controversial and relevant social justice issues of our time. Text-based and ongoing, this course will offer an inside view of the legal system that provides the basis for our national vision of a just and truly free society.
This course will largely be based on the Rambam’s Laws of Sanhedrin, with a special focus on the commentary of Rabbi Chaim David Halevy, former Chief Rabbi of Tel Aviv-Yafo.
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
44 Aggadeta episodes + 38 Expanding Horizons episodes + 71 Rambam’s Mishneh Torah episodes = 153 total podcast episodes available to listen to!
It has been more than a year since we announced the launch of our Shiviti podcast which is officially live across the web, featuring our most popular playlists! Search “Shiviti” or “Rabbi Yonatan Halevy” on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify - and subscribe!
Thanks to the hard work of Shiviti’s volunteer audio/video team!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Mazal Tov Announcements
Mazal Tov! Mazal Tov!
Mazal Tov to Mike and Inna Gulkar on the birth of a baby boy this week! Mazal Tov!
Mazal Tov to Itai Savin on the his birthday this week! Mazal Tov!
To have your joyous occasion mentioned here, kindly email info@kshsd.org the week before. Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim does not have a record of occasions and announces only what we are provided by our members each week!
Zoom for Video Meetings!
We are utilizing state-of-the-art technology to continue our Torah classes.
Each class series has its own unique login code.
For classes, see the information below on joining our Google Classroom.
Join our Special Google Classroom!
If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, send an email to info@shiviti.org, requesting to join our "Special Shiviti" Google Classroom. Or just reply to this email!
For those who plan to only use this temporarily during this period, you can join our special Google Classroom setup just for the current situation. You will receive all live updates about any relevant classes being offered online without having to subscribe to one of the dedicated classrooms.
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A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash online is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.
Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and clicking "subscribe"!
You are invited to join us for a dynamic and refreshing Pesach Seder with Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim!!
This year's Seder will be full of inspirational teachings, uplifting customs, soulful songs, and lively discussions - with you as an active participant! The Seder meal will feature Soft Matzot and a full-course dinner.
Members Rates $60 per adult/$20 per child (4-12)
Non-Members Rates $75 per adult/$30 per child (4-12)
Students and Active Military $50 per adult
The Seder is open to Kehillah members and regulars (and their guests) only.
Gold and Platinum Members receive (2) complimentary tickets to this event. Reply for details.
The KSH Seder is meant to be an uplifting and transformational spiritual experience, not merely a communal dinner. As such, the Haggadah portion of the Seder is not rushed, but rather intentionally focused and elaborated on.
You are strongly encouraged to eat lunch and take an afternoon nap so that you will be well fed and rested for the Seder.
Don't tell us that you weren't warned! :)
Affordability Policy - Please Read!
As per Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim's policy, no one will be turned away for lack of funds!
Please contact Rabbi Yonatan privately if you would like to join us and require assistance.
When registering, kindly consider sponsoring a reservation for someone else by leaving us a note in the proper field.
Rabbi Yonatan will be selling Chametz this year for Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim through Rabbi Moshe Benzaquen shlit"a of our Shiviti Bet Din in Los Angeles.
Sale will only work for those who will spend the entire holiday of Pesach in the Pacific time zone
You may sell your Chametz by submitting your name, address, phone number and email address, using the form below.
Deadline The deadline for selling Chametz through Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim is Wednesday, April 17th at 11pm.
In the opening paragraph of the Haggadah recited at the Seder, we declare: "All who are hungry, let them come and eat." Each of us as individuals make up a singular entity, and in order to experience freedom ourselves, we must ensure that our brothers and sisters have the means to celebrate freedom too.
(Halachot from the Bet Midrash of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef zt"l)
The Laws of Searching for Chametz
One must search for Chametz by candlelight. One is obligated to search in every room in the house where Chametz is found. The same applies regarding balconies, gardens, cars, and the like.
The Proper Time for the Search The proper time for searching for Chametz is when three stars come out (if one was unable to search at this time he may still search and recite a blessing even later on during the night). One may not partake of bread or cake more than a “Kebetza” (approximately 54 grams) before searching for Chametz starting from a half-hour before the proper time of the search. Nevertheless, less than a Kebetza of bread or cake or even more than a Kebetza of fruits, vegetables, rice, and the like, may in fact be eaten before performing the search.
Sunset this year in San Diego is at approximately 7:23pm, which would make the proper time to search for Chametz 8:02pm.
The Customary Ten Pieces of Bread Some have the custom to hide ten pieces of well-wrapped bread throughout the house, so that they may be found by the person searching for Chametz. Those who follow this custom should be exceedingly careful to write down the locations of the ten pieces of Chametz, so that in the event that one (or more) piece(s) is/are not found, they will be able to be located using this list.
Renouncing Chametz After completing the search for Chametz, one must verbally nullify the Chametz by reciting:
“Kol Chamira De’Ika Birshuti De’La Chazitei U’dla Bi’artei Livtil Velehevei Ke’Afra De’Ar’ah.” (English Translation: “Any Chametz (leaven) which is in my possession, which I have not seen and I have not destroyed, is hereby nullified and should be considered like the dust of the earth.”)
One must recite this verbal renunciation in a language one understands, for if not, one does not fulfill one’s obligation of renouncing Chametz. It is customary to repeat the text of the renunciation three times in order to strengthen the matter.
Fast of the Firstborn
As with every year, firstborns have a custom to on the Eve of Pesach.
Fast begins:
4:52am
This year, it is suggested to study something short that will be considered an accomplishment for you - and make a Siyum with the members of your household tomorrow morning.
A suggested text to study is Pirke Avot, Mishnah of Sukkah, or the Laws of Pesach in the Rambam. Links below.
10:35am Latest time for burning Chametz סוף זמן ביעור חמץ
11:41am
The Rabbi will be burning Chametz publicly this year at his home at 11:15am. Do not bring aything wrapped in plastic or aluminum.
Destroying Chametz
On the morning of the 14th of Nissan, meaning this year (5784) which falls out on Monday morning, one must eliminate Chametz before the last time to do so arrives. All Chametz must be burnt (or renounced), and sold by this time.
The Mitzvah is to get rid of the Chametz - not burn it, necessarily.
The following options are suggested for those who cannot burn Chametz:
1. Donate to the poor, homeless, or non-Jewish organization that helps provide food for the needy. OR 2. Discard in the black trash cans outside, as they become city property.
Download your own Haggadah
A special Hebrew/English Sephardic Haggadah has been made available for your use!
Want to make history again? Soft Matzah in San Diego!
Shalom!
We are making history in San Diego once again! Soft Matzah is coming back to town!
The History Every year we reach the famous words in the "Korech" section of the Haggadah:
"In memory of the Temple according to Hillel. This is what Hillel would do when the Temple existed: He would wrap the Matzah and Marror and eat them together, in order to fulfill what is stated, (Exodus 12:15): "You should eat it upon Matzot and Marrorim."
How do you wrap a thin, crunchy cracker? You can't!
So how did Hillel do it? He ate soft Matzah, which is the original form of unleavened bread that our forefathers and mothers ate. The best part is that this Matzah is Kasher for Pesach for both Sepharadim and Ashkenazim!
The News We have once again secured a shipment of special Shemurah Matzah flour, and are setting up a Matzah bakery on Sunday, March 31st - and are asking you for help to make it happen!
A number of families have already joined us in donating $100 or $180 to the Matzah effort, and - aside from the tremendous Mitzvah of sponsoring this effort - will receive fresh Matzot for their Seder!
Want To Join? We are reaching out to offer you this tremendous opportunity - do you want to sponsor $100 or $180 and make history?
Please let me know as soon as you can by responding to this email and/or clicking the link above!
Also, please respond to this email or use the form in the link above to let me know if you will be able to help us volunteer at the bakery on baking day!
Wishing you a holiday of true freedom - and soft Matzah! Rabbi Yonatan Y. Halevy
PS At this point in time, we will not be selling Matzah - it will be reserved for our sponsors only for pickup, and for use at Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim communal meals. PPS If you wish to join in the baking process at our Matzah bakery, you are asked to please attend a mandatory seminarat Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim on Thursday night, March 28th at 7:00pm to study all the relevant laws and customs of this fascinating process.
Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim PO Box 221132 San Diego, CA 92192
Shabbat programming is open to members and regulars only. No advanced registration required.
In this newsletter:
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shabbat Times and Schedule - Special Torah Reading This Week!
Purim at Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim!
Shiviti Soft Matzah Bakery! Sunday, March 31st
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
Join The Shiviti WhatsApp Group!
The Personality Of A Posek - Rabbi Yonatan Halevy’s class at The Ḥabura
Nevi'im: New Course With Rabbanit Dr. Devorah Halevy!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Classes Resume!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
New Shulchan Aruch Playlist!VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes Resume! New Schedule!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Join us for Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Mazal Tov Announcements Greenfeld family
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes Some classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom!
We have returned from all my travels to Israel, Washington DC, Baltimore, and New York, baruch Hashem. SHABBAT SCHEDULE
We will meet in our regular Bet Knesset location for Shabbat. All members and regulars are invited to attend.
Friday night Tefillot will stay at a regular time, regardless of candle-lighting changing week-by-week. This Friday we will meet at 6:30pm.
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with Torah reading (and a special reading of Zachor) followed by a Kiddush Lunch! Kiddush Lunchis generously sponsored and catered by Yosef and Elisheva Kamshad in honor of Mikhael'sincredible accomplishments. Mazal Tov!
Kids learning resumes 15 minutes before Mincha!
Join us for Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal!
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week! PURIM
Please see Purim schedule attached below. Registration links are below.
The Ta'anit Esther break-the-fast was generously sponsored by Jochanan Aronowicz in honor of the community. The Purim evening celebration is generously sponsored by Abraham and Yordana Sanchez in honor of the community.
The Purim morning Seudah is generously sponsored by Rabbi Dr. Shalom and Mrs. Yehudit Halevy in gratitude to HaKadosh Baruch Hu for all the miracles He has done for them.
MATZAH BAKERY
Please see flier attached below. Matzah Baking is set for March 31.
SHIVITI PORTLAND SHABBATON
Please join us for a Shabbat in Portland at Beit Yosef on April 4-8. More details to follow!
CLASSES
Class schedule will be announced in the Google Classroom. A reminder that all San Diego classes which formerly began at 8:30pm, now begin at 7:30pm. All other class times remain the same.
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom when it arrives, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
The Ta'anit Esther break-the-fast was generously sponsored by Jochanan Aronowicz in honor of the community. The Purim evening celebration is generously sponsored by Abraham and Yordana Sanchez in honor of the community.
The Purim morning Seudah is generously sponsored by Rabbi Dr. Shalom and Mrs. Yehudit Halevy in gratitude to HaKadosh Baruch Hu for all the miracles He has done for them.
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Course continues!
Join us as we delve into some of the most sensitive and profound details of Jewish national law, and explore how our lawmakers approached the most controversial and relevant social justice issues of our time. Text-based and ongoing, this course will offer an inside view of the legal system that provides the basis for our national vision of a just and truly free society.
This course will largely be based on the Rambam’s Laws of Sanhedrin, with a special focus on the commentary of Rabbi Chaim David Halevy, former Chief Rabbi of Tel Aviv-Yafo.
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
44 Aggadeta episodes + 38 Expanding Horizons episodes + 71 Rambam’s Mishneh Torah episodes = 153 total podcast episodes available to listen to!
It has been more than a year since we announced the launch of our Shiviti podcast which is officially live across the web, featuring our most popular playlists! Search “Shiviti” or “Rabbi Yonatan Halevy” on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify - and subscribe!
Thanks to the hard work of Shiviti’s volunteer audio/video team!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Mazal Tov Announcements
Mazal Tov! Mazal Tov!
Mazal Tov to Avraham Chaim Greenfeld on the birth of a baby grandson to his daughter Malky and Moishe! Mazal Tov
To have your joyous occasion mentioned here, kindly email info@kshsd.org the week before. Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim does not have a record of occasions and announces only what we are provided by our members each week!
Zoom for Video Meetings!
We are utilizing state-of-the-art technology to continue our Torah classes.
Each class series has its own unique login code.
For classes, see the information below on joining our Google Classroom.
Join our Special Google Classroom!
If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, send an email to info@shiviti.org, requesting to join our "Special Shiviti" Google Classroom. Or just reply to this email!
For those who plan to only use this temporarily during this period, you can join our special Google Classroom setup just for the current situation. You will receive all live updates about any relevant classes being offered online without having to subscribe to one of the dedicated classrooms.
Subscribe in just one minute!
A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash online is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.
Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and clicking "subscribe"!
Want to make history again? Soft Matzah in San Diego!
Shalom!
We are making history in San Diego once again! Soft Matzah is coming back to town!
The History Every year we reach the famous words in the "Korech" section of the Haggadah:
"In memory of the Temple according to Hillel. This is what Hillel would do when the Temple existed: He would wrap the Matzah and Marror and eat them together, in order to fulfill what is stated, (Exodus 12:15): "You should eat it upon Matzot and Marrorim."
How do you wrap a thin, crunchy cracker? You can't!
So how did Hillel do it? He ate soft Matzah, which is the original form of unleavened bread that our forefathers and mothers ate. The best part is that this Matzah is Kasher for Pesach for both Sepharadim and Ashkenazim!
The News We have once again secured a shipment of special Shemurah Matzah flour, and are setting up a Matzah bakery on Sunday, March 31st - and are asking you for help to make it happen!
A number of families have already joined us in donating $100 or $180 to the Matzah effort, and - aside from the tremendous Mitzvah of sponsoring this effort - will receive fresh Matzot for their Seder!
Want To Join? We are reaching out to offer you this tremendous opportunity - do you want to sponsor $100 or $180 and make history?
Please let me know as soon as you can by responding to this email and/or clicking the link above!
Also, please respond to this email or use the form in the link above to let me know if you will be able to help us volunteer at the bakery on baking day!
Wishing you a holiday of true freedom - and soft Matzah! Rabbi Yonatan Y. Halevy
PS At this point in time, we will not be selling Matzah - it will be reserved for our sponsors only for pickup, and for use at Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim communal meals. PPS If you wish to join in the baking process at our Matzah bakery, you are asked to please attend a mandatory seminarat Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim on Thursday night, March 28th at 7:00pm to study all the relevant laws and customs of this fascinating process.
Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim PO Box 221132 San Diego, CA 92192
Purim scheduling is open to all members and regulars of Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim.
Fast of Esther - TOMORROW (Thursday)
Fast of Esther - Schedule (Special Class at 7:30pm)
7:00am - Shacharit with Torah reading (with Tefillin) At Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim - Open to Members and Regulars ONLY
6:30pm - Mincha with Torah reading (without Tefillin) At Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim - Open to Members and Regulars ONLY
THIS YEAR ONLY: Special 7:30pm class on the laws of Purim with Rabbi Yonatan at the Bet Knesset with refreshments
NOTE: If you are interested in sponsoring the class and break-the-fast refreshments at the Bet Knesset for $126, kindly respond to this email. Tizku L'Mitzvot!
THURSDAY: Fast of Esther - Halachic Times
Fast Begins
5:37am dawn degrees or at: 5:38am dawn fixed minutes Eating of a settled character may not be started during the half hour immediately preceding dawn. Please consult the Rabbi for details.
Fast Ends
Rabbi Tukaccinsky The fast ends no later than the emergence of three average stars at: 7:29pm
Rabbi Moshe Feinstein One who finds fasting difficult may eat at: 7:32pm One who does not find fasting difficult should wait until the time for Motzaei Shabbat at: 7:39pm
7:40pm - Shabbat Ends 8:15pm - Arvit 8:30pm - Megillah Reading Come in your holiday clothing (or costumes) and hear the Megillah read for the first time this year! We will begin promptly!
9:00pm - Purim Celebration (if you wish to sponsor this Purim celebration for $180, kindly reply to this email)
10:00pm - Late Megillah Reading with Rabbi Dr. Shalom Halevy Please reply to this email to let us know if you plan to attend the late reading
Sunday, March 24th
8:00am - Shacharit
9:00am (approx.)- Regular Megillah Reading Please come early - we will read as soon as we reach the reading and not wait for the time above
10:00am - Purim Breakfast and Celebration
5:00pm - Late Megillah Reading with Rabbi Dr. Shalom Halevy Please reply to this email to let us know if you plan to attend the late reading
We must give two gifts of food to at least one friend on Purim. This can easily be done on your own.
3. Matanot LaEvyonim - Gifts to the Poor
We are obligated to perform the Mitzvah of “Matanot La’Evyonim” on Purim day which is the distribution of two monetary gifts, one to each needy person.
If you would like to appoint Rabbi Yonatan as your messenger, you can use the convenient form at this link to perform this holy Mitzvah.
It is customary to donate money before Purim as “a commemoration of the Half-Shekel” which was donated by the entire Jewish nation when the Bet Hamikdash stood.
If you would like to perform this Minhag with actual silver coins, you are welcome to come to Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim any day before Purim, or before Megillah reading. We have three silver coins (generously donated by the Savin family) for this purpose.
If you will be unable to do so, you can use the convenient form at this link to perform this precious custom.
7:00am - Shacharit with Torah reading (with Tefillin) At Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim - Open to Members and Regulars ONLY
6:30pm - Mincha with Torah reading (without Tefillin) At Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim - Open to Members and Regulars ONLY
(This Year: NOT Followed by Arvit and Megillah Reading)
NOTE: If you are interested in sponsoring break-the-fast refreshments at the Bet Knesset for $126, kindly respond to this email. Tizku L'Mitzvot!
THURSDAY: Fast of Esther - Halachic Times
Fast Begins
5:37am dawn degrees or at: 5:38am dawn fixed minutes Eating of a settled character may not be started during the half hour immediately preceding dawn. Please consult the Rabbi for details.
Fast Ends
Rabbi Tukaccinsky The fast ends no later than the emergence of three average stars at: 7:29pm
Rabbi Moshe Feinstein One who finds fasting difficult may eat at: 7:32pm One who does not find fasting difficult should wait until the time for Motzaei Shabbat at: 7:39pm
Purim Schedule and Celebration!
Saturday, March 23rd
7:40pm - Shabbat Ends 8:15pm - Arvit 8:30pm - Megillah Reading Come in your holiday clothing (or costumes) and hear the Megillah read for the first time this year! We will begin promptly!
9:00pm - Break-The-Fast Celebration (if you wish to sponsor this break-the-fast Purim celebration for $126, kindly reply to this email)
10:00pm - Late Megillah Reading with Rabbi Dr. Shalom Halevy Please reply to this email to let us know if you plan to attend the late reading
Sunday, March 24th
8:00am - Shacharit
9:00am (approx.)- Regular Megillah Reading Please come early - we will read as soon as we reach the reading and not wait for the time above
10:00am - Purim Breakfast and Celebration
5:00pm - Late Megillah Reading with Rabbi Dr. Shalom Halevy Please reply to this email to let us know if you plan to attend the late reading
We must give two gifts of food to at least one friend on Purim. This can easily be done on your own.
3. Matanot LaEvyonim - Gifts to the Poor
We are obligated to perform the Mitzvah of “Matanot La’Evyonim” on Purim day which is the distribution of two monetary gifts, one to each needy person.
If you would like to appoint Rabbi Yonatan as your messenger, you can use the convenient form at this link to perform this holy Mitzvah.
It is customary to donate money before Purim as “a commemoration of the Half-Shekel” which was donated by the entire Jewish nation when the Bet Hamikdash stood.
If you would like to perform this Minhag with actual silver coins, you are welcome to come to Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim any day before Purim, or before Megillah reading. We have three silver coins (generously donated by the Savin family) for this purpose.
If you will be unable to do so, you can use the convenient form at this link to perform this precious custom.
Please join us this Tuesday evening for the Azkarah of our uncle, Daniel Schwartz z"l, patriarch of the Schwartz family, and founding member of Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim.
We kindly ask that you register directly to Denise Schwartz - may she be blessed with a long life and good health - using the email address found in the flier.
May his memory be for a blessing, Rabbi Yonatan, Rabbanit Devorah and the entire Shiviti/Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim family
Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim PO Box 221132 San Diego, CA 92192
Shabbat programming is open to members and regulars only. No advanced registration required.
In this newsletter:
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shabbat Times and Schedule - Special Torah Reading This Week!
Purim at Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim!
Shiviti Soft Matzah Bakery! Sunday, March 31st
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
Join The Shiviti WhatsApp Group!
The Personality Of A Posek (Part 1) - Rabbi Yonatan Halevy’s class at The Ḥabura
Nevi'im: New Course With Rabbanit Dr. Devorah Halevy!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: In-person class this week! Register here
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Classes Resume!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
New Shulchan Aruch Playlist!VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes Resume! New Schedule!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Join us for Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Mazal Tov Announcements Lopez and Kamshad families
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes Some classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom!
I have returned from a whirlwind trip to Israel, Baruch Hashem. Rabbanit Devorah and I are headed out to Washington DC, Baltimore, and New York this Sunday for two days, before returning on Tuesday, b'ezrat Hashem. SHABBAT SCHEDULE
We will meet in our regular Bet Knesset location for Shabbat. All members and regulars are invited to attend.
Friday night Tefillot will stay at a regular time, regardless of candle-lighting changing week-by-week. This Friday we will meet at 6:30pm.
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with Torah reading followed by a Kiddush Lunch! Kiddush Lunchis generously sponsored and catered by Mijael and Hana Lopez in honor of Naftali'sbirthday. Mazal Tov!
Kids learning resumes 15 minutes before Mincha!
Join us for Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal!
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week!
AZKARAH
A reminder that the Azkarah for my uncle, Daniel Schwartz z"l, will be observed on Tuesday, March 19th with the Kehillah. More details to follow. PURIM
Please see Purim schedule attached below. Registration links will be sent out next week. MATZAH BAKERY
Please see flier attached below. Matzah Baking is set for March 31.
CLASSES
Class schedule will be announced in the Google Classroom. A reminder that all San Diego classes which formerly began at 8:30pm, now begin at 7:30pm. All other class times remain the same.
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom when it arrives, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
Parashat Pekude - Shabbat Shalom!
Erev Shabbat - Friday
Mincha, Kabbalat Shabbat, and Arvit: 6:30pm
Candle Lighting: 6:39pm
Shekiah (Sunset): 6:57pm
Shabbat - Saturday
Shacharit: 9:00am
Latest Shema: 9:20am or 9:57am
Latest Shacharit: 10:57am
Kiddush Lunchfollowing Tefillah
Kids Learning with the Rabbi: 5:45pm
Shiur/Class: N/A
Mincha: 6:00pm
Seudah Shelishit 6:30pm
Shabbat Ends: 7:35pm
Arvit
Purim at Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim!
Shiviti Soft Matzah Bakery - Sunday, March 31st!
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
Join The Shiviti WhatsApp Group!
Want to receive the latest videos and content from Shiviti directly to your phone?
Please use the link below to join the Shiviti WhatsApp group (silent):
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Course continues!
Join us as we delve into some of the most sensitive and profound details of Jewish national law, and explore how our lawmakers approached the most controversial and relevant social justice issues of our time. Text-based and ongoing, this course will offer an inside view of the legal system that provides the basis for our national vision of a just and truly free society.
This course will largely be based on the Rambam’s Laws of Sanhedrin, with a special focus on the commentary of Rabbi Chaim David Halevy, former Chief Rabbi of Tel Aviv-Yafo.
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
44 Aggadeta episodes + 38 Expanding Horizons episodes + 71 Rambam’s Mishneh Torah episodes = 153 total podcast episodes available to listen to!
It has been more than a year since we announced the launch of our Shiviti podcast which is officially live across the web, featuring our most popular playlists! Search “Shiviti” or “Rabbi Yonatan Halevy” on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify - and subscribe!
Thanks to the hard work of Shiviti’s volunteer audio/video team!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Mazal Tov Announcements
Mazal Tov! Mazal Tov!
Mazal Tov to Mikhael Kamshad for winning 1) the Lemesson Early inventor prize, 2) the coding with commitment (for solving a problem in the community) prize, and 3) the RED award which honors creativity, originality and true science. Mikhael fell into the top 30 projects out of 700 projects, which awarded him first place in his category with three other kids. Mazal Tov!
Mazal Tov to Naftali Lopez on his birthday this week!
To have your joyous occasion mentioned here, kindly email info@kshsd.org the week before. Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim does not have a record of occasions and announces only what we are provided by our members each week!
Zoom for Video Meetings!
We are utilizing state-of-the-art technology to continue our Torah classes.
Each class series has its own unique login code.
For classes, see the information below on joining our Google Classroom.
Join our Special Google Classroom!
If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, send an email to info@shiviti.org, requesting to join our "Special Shiviti" Google Classroom. Or just reply to this email!
For those who plan to only use this temporarily during this period, you can join our special Google Classroom setup just for the current situation. You will receive all live updates about any relevant classes being offered online without having to subscribe to one of the dedicated classrooms.
Subscribe in just one minute!
A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash online is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.
Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and clicking "subscribe"!
Shabbat programming is open to members and regulars only. No advanced registration required.
In this newsletter:
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shabbat Times and Schedule - Special Torah Reading This Week!
Purim at Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim!
Shiviti Soft Matzah Bakery! Sunday, March 31st
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
Join The Shiviti WhatsApp Group!
The Personality Of A Posek (Part 1) - Rabbi Yonatan Halevy’s class at The Ḥabura
Nevi'im: New Course With Rabbanit Dr. Devorah Halevy!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Classes Resume!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
New Shulchan Aruch Playlist!VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes Resume! New Schedule!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Join us for Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Mazal Tov Announcements Farajzadeh and Enayati families
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes Some classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom! SHABBAT SCHEDULE
We will meet in our regular Bet Knesset location for Shabbat. All members and regulars are invited to attend.
Friday night Tefillot will shift based on candle-lighting, changing week-by-week. This Friday we will meet at 5:30pm.
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with Torah reading (and a special reading of Shekalim) followed by a Kiddush Lunch! Kiddush Lunchis missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal!
Kids learning resumes 15 minutes before Mincha!
Join us for Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal!
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week!
AZKARAH
A reminder that the Azkarah for my uncle, Daniel Schwartz z"l, will be observed on Tuesday, March 19th with the Kehillah. More details to follow. PURIM
Please see Purim schedule attached below. Registration links will be sent out next week. MATZAH BAKERY
Please see flier attached below. Matzah Baking is set for March 31.
CLASSES
Class schedule will be announced in the Google Classroom. A reminder that all San Diego classes which formerly began at 8:30pm, now begin at 7:30pm. All other class times remain the same.
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom when it arrives, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
Parashat Vayakhel and Shekalim - Shabbat Shalom!
Erev Shabbat - Friday
Mincha, Kabbalat Shabbat, and Arvit: 5:30pm
Candle Lighting: 5:34pm
Shekiah (Sunset): 5:52pm
Shabbat - Saturday
Shacharit: 9:00am
Latest Shema: 8:26am or 9:02am
Latest Shacharit: 10:01am
Kiddush Lunchfollowing Tefillah
Kids Learning with the Rabbi: 4:45pm
Shiur/Class: N/A
Mincha: 5:00pm
Seudah Shelishit 5:30pm
Shabbat Ends: 6:30pm
Arvit
Purim at Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim!
Shiviti Soft Matzah Bakery - Sunday, March 31st!
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
Join The Shiviti WhatsApp Group!
Want to receive the latest videos and content from Shiviti directly to your phone?
Please use the link below to join the Shiviti WhatsApp group (silent):
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Course continues!
Join us as we delve into some of the most sensitive and profound details of Jewish national law, and explore how our lawmakers approached the most controversial and relevant social justice issues of our time. Text-based and ongoing, this course will offer an inside view of the legal system that provides the basis for our national vision of a just and truly free society.
This course will largely be based on the Rambam’s Laws of Sanhedrin, with a special focus on the commentary of Rabbi Chaim David Halevy, former Chief Rabbi of Tel Aviv-Yafo.
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
44 Aggadeta episodes + 38 Expanding Horizons episodes + 71 Rambam’s Mishneh Torah episodes = 153 total podcast episodes available to listen to!
It has been more than a year since we announced the launch of our Shiviti podcast which is officially live across the web, featuring our most popular playlists! Search “Shiviti” or “Rabbi Yonatan Halevy” on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify - and subscribe!
Thanks to the hard work of Shiviti’s volunteer audio/video team!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Mazal Tov Announcements
Mazal Tov! Mazal Tov!
Mazal Tov to Ilana Farjzadeh and Amir Enayati on their upcoming wedding. Mazal Tov to them and the entire Farajzadeh and Enayati families!
To have your joyous occasion mentioned here, kindly email info@kshsd.org the week before. Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim does not have a record of occasions and announces only what we are provided by our members each week!
Zoom for Video Meetings!
We are utilizing state-of-the-art technology to continue our Torah classes.
Each class series has its own unique login code.
For classes, see the information below on joining our Google Classroom.
Join our Special Google Classroom!
If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, send an email to info@shiviti.org, requesting to join our "Special Shiviti" Google Classroom. Or just reply to this email!
For those who plan to only use this temporarily during this period, you can join our special Google Classroom setup just for the current situation. You will receive all live updates about any relevant classes being offered online without having to subscribe to one of the dedicated classrooms.
Subscribe in just one minute!
A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash online is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.
Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and clicking "subscribe"!
Shabbat programming is open to members and regulars only. No advanced registration required.
In this newsletter:
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shabbat Times and Schedule
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
Join The Shiviti WhatsApp Group!
The Personality Of A Posek (Part 1) - Rabbi Yonatan Halevy’s class at The Ḥabura
Nevi'im: New Course With Rabbanit Dr. Devorah Halevy!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Classes Resume!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
New Shulchan Aruch Playlist!VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes Resume!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Join us for Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Mazal Tov Announcements Leila and Meira
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes Some classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom! SHABBAT SCHEDULE
We will meet in our regular Bet Knesset location for Shabbat. All members and regulars are invited to attend.
Friday night Tefillot will shift based on candle-lighting, changing week-by-week. This Friday we will meet at 5:25pm.
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with Torah reading followed by a Kiddush Lunch! Kiddush Lunchis generously sponsored by Dr. Roneet Lev in honor of the birthday of her granddaughter, Meira. Mazal Tov!
Kids learning resumes 15 minutes before Mincha!
Join us for Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal!
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week!
AZKARAH
A reminder that the Azkarah for my uncle, Daniel Schwartz z"l, will be observed on Tuesday, March 19th with the Kehillah. More details to follow. CLASSES
Class schedule will be announced in the Google Classroom. A reminder that all San Diego classes which formerly began at 8:30pm, now begin at 7:30pm. All other class times remain the same.
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom when it arrives, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
Parashat Ki Tisa - Shabbat Shalom!
Erev Shabbat - Friday
Mincha, Kabbalat Shabbat, and Arvit: 5:25pm
Candle Lighting: 5:28pm
Shekiah (Sunset): 5:46pm
Shabbat - Saturday
Shacharit: 9:00am
Latest Shema: 8:31am or 9:07am
Latest Shacharit: 10:05am
Kiddush Lunchfollowing Tefillah
Kids Learning with the Rabbi: 4:45pm
Shiur/Class: N/A
Mincha: 5:00pm
Seudah Shelishit 5:30pm
Shabbat Ends: 6:25pm
Arvit
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
Join The Shiviti WhatsApp Group!
Want to receive the latest videos and content from Shiviti directly to your phone?
Please use the link below to join the Shiviti WhatsApp group (silent):
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Course continues!
Join us as we delve into some of the most sensitive and profound details of Jewish national law, and explore how our lawmakers approached the most controversial and relevant social justice issues of our time. Text-based and ongoing, this course will offer an inside view of the legal system that provides the basis for our national vision of a just and truly free society.
This course will largely be based on the Rambam’s Laws of Sanhedrin, with a special focus on the commentary of Rabbi Chaim David Halevy, former Chief Rabbi of Tel Aviv-Yafo.
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
44 Aggadeta episodes + 38 Expanding Horizons episodes + 71 Rambam’s Mishneh Torah episodes = 153 total podcast episodes available to listen to!
It has been more than a year since we announced the launch of our Shiviti podcast which is officially live across the web, featuring our most popular playlists! Search “Shiviti” or “Rabbi Yonatan Halevy” on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify - and subscribe!
Thanks to the hard work of Shiviti’s volunteer audio/video team!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Mazal Tov Announcements
Mazal Tov! Mazal Tov!
Mazal Tov to LeilaFarajzadeh on her birthday. Mazal Tov!
Mazal Tov to Meira Lee on her birthday. Mazal Tov!
To have your joyous occasion mentioned here, kindly email info@kshsd.org the week before. Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim does not have a record of occasions and announces only what we are provided by our members each week!
Zoom for Video Meetings!
We are utilizing state-of-the-art technology to continue our Torah classes.
Each class series has its own unique login code.
For classes, see the information below on joining our Google Classroom.
Join our Special Google Classroom!
If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, send an email to info@shiviti.org, requesting to join our "Special Shiviti" Google Classroom. Or just reply to this email!
For those who plan to only use this temporarily during this period, you can join our special Google Classroom setup just for the current situation. You will receive all live updates about any relevant classes being offered online without having to subscribe to one of the dedicated classrooms.
Subscribe in just one minute!
A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash online is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.
Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and clicking "subscribe"!
Shabbat programming is open to members and regulars only. No advanced registration required.
In this newsletter:
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shabbat Times and Schedule
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
Join The Shiviti WhatsApp Group!
Nevi'im: New Course With Rabbanit Dr. Devorah Halevy!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Classes Resume!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
New Shulchan Aruch Playlist!VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes Resume!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Join us for Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Mazal Tov Announcements Rosenberg and Levy families
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes Some classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom! SHABBAT SCHEDULE
We will meet in our regular Bet Knesset location for Shabbat. All members and regulars are invited to attend.
Friday night Tefillot will shift based on candle-lighting, changing week-by-week. This Friday we will meet at 5:20pm.
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with Torah reading followed by a Kiddush Lunch! Kiddush Lunchis missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal! Kids learning resumes 15 minutes before Mincha!
Join us for Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal!
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week!
AZKARAH
A reminder that the Azkarah for my uncle, Daniel Schwartz z"l, will be observed on Tuesday, March 19th with the Kehillah. More details to follow. CLASSES
Class schedule will be announced in the Google Classroom. A reminder that all San Diego classes which formerly began at 8:30pm, now begin at 7:30pm. All other class times remain the same.
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom when it arrives, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
Parashat Tetzaveh - Shabbat Shalom!
Erev Shabbat - Friday
Mincha, Kabbalat Shabbat, and Arvit: 5:20pm
Candle Lighting: 5:22pm
Shekiah (Sunset): 5:40pm
Shabbat - Saturday
Shacharit: 9:00am
Latest Shema: 8:36am or 9:12am
Latest Shacharit: 10:09am
Kiddush Lunchfollowing Tefillah
Kids Learning with the Rabbi: 4:30pm
Shiur/Class: 5:15pm
Mincha: 4:45pm
Seudah Shelishit 5:15pm
Shabbat Ends: 6:19pm
Arvit
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
Join The Shiviti WhatsApp Group!
Want to receive the latest videos and content from Shiviti directly to your phone?
Please use the link below to join the Shiviti WhatsApp group (silent):
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Course continues!
Join us as we delve into some of the most sensitive and profound details of Jewish national law, and explore how our lawmakers approached the most controversial and relevant social justice issues of our time. Text-based and ongoing, this course will offer an inside view of the legal system that provides the basis for our national vision of a just and truly free society.
This course will largely be based on the Rambam’s Laws of Sanhedrin, with a special focus on the commentary of Rabbi Chaim David Halevy, former Chief Rabbi of Tel Aviv-Yafo.
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
44 Aggadeta episodes + 38 Expanding Horizons episodes + 71 Rambam’s Mishneh Torah episodes = 153 total podcast episodes available to listen to!
It has been more than a year since we announced the launch of our Shiviti podcast which is officially live across the web, featuring our most popular playlists! Search “Shiviti” or “Rabbi Yonatan Halevy” on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify - and subscribe!
Thanks to the hard work of Shiviti’s volunteer audio/video team!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Mazal Tov Announcements
Mazal Tov! Mazal Tov!
Mazal Tov to Z'ev and Edith Rosenberg in the birth of a baby grandaughter to proud parents Max and Ariela Levy. Mazal Tov!
To have your joyous occasion mentioned here, kindly email info@kshsd.org the week before. Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim does not have a record of occasions and announces only what we are provided by our members each week!
Zoom for Video Meetings!
We are utilizing state-of-the-art technology to continue our Torah classes.
Each class series has its own unique login code.
For classes, see the information below on joining our Google Classroom.
Join our Special Google Classroom!
If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, send an email to info@shiviti.org, requesting to join our "Special Shiviti" Google Classroom. Or just reply to this email!
For those who plan to only use this temporarily during this period, you can join our special Google Classroom setup just for the current situation. You will receive all live updates about any relevant classes being offered online without having to subscribe to one of the dedicated classrooms.
Subscribe in just one minute!
A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash online is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.
Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and clicking "subscribe"!
Shabbat programming is open to members and regulars only. No advanced registration required.
In this newsletter:
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shabbat Times and Schedule
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
Join The Shiviti WhatsApp Group!
Nevi'im: New Course With Rabbanit Dr. Devorah Halevy!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Classes Resume!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
New Shulchan Aruch Playlist!VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes Resume!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Join us for Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Mazal Tov Announcements Rosenberg and Levy families
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes Some classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom! SHABBAT SCHEDULE
We will meet in our regular Bet Knesset location for Shabbat. All members and regulars are invited to attend.
Friday night Tefillot will shift based on candle-lighting, changing week-by-week. This Friday we will meet at 5:15pm.
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with Torah reading followed by a Kiddush Lunch! Kiddush Lunch is generously sponsored by Roie and Maija Vyas in memory of Roie's brother, Gamliel Abraham z"l. May his Neshamah have an Aliyah in Gan Eden, Amen! Kids learning resumes 15 minutes before Mincha!
Join us for Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal!
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week!
CLASSES
Class schedule will be announced in the Google Classroom.
A reminder that all San Diego classes which formerly began at 8:30pm, now begin at 7:30pm. All other class times remain the same.
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom when it arrives, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
Parashat Terumah - Shabbat Shalom!
Erev Shabbat - Friday
Kabbalat Shabbat: 5:15pm
Candle Lighting: 5:16pm
Shekiah (Sunset): 5:34pm
Shabbat - Saturday
Shacharit: 9:00am
Latest Shema: 8:39am or 9:16am
Latest Shacharit: 10:12am
Kiddush Lunchfollowing Tefillah
Kids Learning with the Rabbi: 4:15pm
Shiur/Class: 5:15pm
Mincha: 4:30pm
Seudah Shelishit 5:00pm
Shabbat Ends: 6:13pm
Arvit
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
Join The Shiviti WhatsApp Group!
Want to receive the latest videos and content from Shiviti directly to your phone?
Please use the link below to join the Shiviti WhatsApp group (silent):
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Course continues!
Join us as we delve into some of the most sensitive and profound details of Jewish national law, and explore how our lawmakers approached the most controversial and relevant social justice issues of our time. Text-based and ongoing, this course will offer an inside view of the legal system that provides the basis for our national vision of a just and truly free society.
This course will largely be based on the Rambam’s Laws of Sanhedrin, with a special focus on the commentary of Rabbi Chaim David Halevy, former Chief Rabbi of Tel Aviv-Yafo.
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
44 Aggadeta episodes + 38 Expanding Horizons episodes + 71 Rambam’s Mishneh Torah episodes = 153 total podcast episodes available to listen to!
It has been more than a year since we announced the launch of our Shiviti podcast which is officially live across the web, featuring our most popular playlists! Search “Shiviti” or “Rabbi Yonatan Halevy” on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify - and subscribe!
Thanks to the hard work of Shiviti’s volunteer audio/video team!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Mazal Tov Announcements
Mazal Tov! Mazal Tov!
Mazal Tov to Z'ev and Edith Rosenberg in the birth of a baby grandaughter to proud parents Max and Ariela Levy. Mazal Tov!
To have your joyous occasion mentioned here, kindly email info@kshsd.org the week before. Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim does not have a record of occasions and announces only what we are provided by our members each week!
Zoom for Video Meetings!
We are utilizing state-of-the-art technology to continue our Torah classes.
Each class series has its own unique login code.
For classes, see the information below on joining our Google Classroom.
Join our Special Google Classroom!
If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, send an email to info@shiviti.org, requesting to join our "Special Shiviti" Google Classroom. Or just reply to this email!
For those who plan to only use this temporarily during this period, you can join our special Google Classroom setup just for the current situation. You will receive all live updates about any relevant classes being offered online without having to subscribe to one of the dedicated classrooms.
Subscribe in just one minute!
A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash online is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.
Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and clicking "subscribe"!
Shabbat programming is open to members and regulars only. No advanced registration required.
In this newsletter:
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shabbat Times and Schedule
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
Join The Shiviti WhatsApp Group!
Nevi'im: New Course With Rabbanit Dr. Devorah Halevy!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Classes Resume!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
New Shulchan Aruch Playlist!VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes Resume!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Join us for Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Mazal Tov Announcements
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes Some classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom! SHABBAT SCHEDULE
We will meet in our regular Bet Knesset location for Shabbat. All members and regulars are invited to attend.
Friday night Tefillot will shift based on candle-lighting, changing week-by-week. This Friday we will meet at 5:05pm.
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with Torah reading followed by a Kiddush Lunch! Kiddush Lunch is missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal! Kids learning resumes 15 minutes before Mincha!
Join us for Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal!
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week!
CLASSES
Class schedule will be announced in the Google Classroom.
A reminder that all San Diego classes which formerly began at 8:30pm, now begin at 7:30pm. All other class times remain the same.
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom when it arrives, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
Parashat Mishpatim - Shabbat Shalom!
Erev Shabbat - Friday
Kabbalat Shabbat: 4:55pm
Candle Lighting: 5:10pm
Shekiah (Sunset): 5:28pm
Shabbat - Saturday
Shacharit: 9:00am
Latest Shema: 8:42am or 9:20am
Latest Shacharit: 10:14am
Kiddush Lunchfollowing Tefillah
Kids Learning with the Rabbi: 4:15pm
Shiur/Class: 5:15pm
Mincha: 4:30pm
Seudah Shelishit 5:00pm
Shabbat Ends: 6:08pm
Arvit
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
Join The Shiviti WhatsApp Group!
Want to receive the latest videos and content from Shiviti directly to your phone?
Please use the link below to join the Shiviti WhatsApp group (silent):
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Course continues!
Join us as we delve into some of the most sensitive and profound details of Jewish national law, and explore how our lawmakers approached the most controversial and relevant social justice issues of our time. Text-based and ongoing, this course will offer an inside view of the legal system that provides the basis for our national vision of a just and truly free society.
This course will largely be based on the Rambam’s Laws of Sanhedrin, with a special focus on the commentary of Rabbi Chaim David Halevy, former Chief Rabbi of Tel Aviv-Yafo.
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
44 Aggadeta episodes + 38 Expanding Horizons episodes + 71 Rambam’s Mishneh Torah episodes = 153 total podcast episodes available to listen to!
It has been more than a year since we announced the launch of our Shiviti podcast which is officially live across the web, featuring our most popular playlists! Search “Shiviti” or “Rabbi Yonatan Halevy” on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify - and subscribe!
Thanks to the hard work of Shiviti’s volunteer audio/video team!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Erev Shabbat - Friday
Kabbalat Shabbat: 4:55pm
Candle Lighting: 5:10pm
Shekiah (Sunset): 5:28pm
Shabbat - Saturday
Shacharit: 9:00am
Latest Shema: 8:42am or 9:20am
Latest Shacharit: 10:14am
Kiddush Lunchfollowing Tefillah
Kids Learning with the Rabbi: 4:15pm
Shiur/Class: 5:15pm
Mincha: 4:30pm
Seudah Shelishit 5:00pm
Shabbat Ends: 6:08pm
Arvit
Mazal Tov Announcements
Mazal Tov! Mazal Tov!
To have your joyous occasion mentioned here, kindly email info@kshsd.org the week before. Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim does not have a record of occasions and announces only what we are provided by our members each week!
Zoom for Video Meetings!
We are utilizing state-of-the-art technology to continue our Torah classes.
Each class series has its own unique login code.
For classes, see the information below on joining our Google Classroom.
Join our Special Google Classroom!
If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, send an email to info@shiviti.org, requesting to join our "Special Shiviti" Google Classroom. Or just reply to this email!
For those who plan to only use this temporarily during this period, you can join our special Google Classroom setup just for the current situation. You will receive all live updates about any relevant classes being offered online without having to subscribe to one of the dedicated classrooms.
Subscribe in just one minute!
A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash online is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.
Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and clicking "subscribe"!
Shabbat programming is open to members and regulars only. No advanced registration required.
In this newsletter:
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
Join The Shiviti WhatsApp Group!
Nevi'im: New Course With Rabbanit Dr. Devorah Halevy!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Classes Resume!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in February 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
New Shulchan Aruch Playlist!VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes Resume!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Join us for Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Shabbat Times and Schedule
Mazal Tov Announcements
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes Some classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom!
The Rabbanit is back from New York and we are looking forward to a wonderful Shabbat together! SHABBAT SCHEDULE
We will meet in our regular Bet Knesset location for Shabbat. All members and regulars are invited to attend.
Friday night Tefillot will shift based on candle-lighting, changing week-by-week. This Friday we will meet at 4:55pm.
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with Torah reading followed by a Kiddush Lunch! Kiddush Lunch will include a special dessert of dried fruits in honor of Tu Bishvat. Kiddush Lunch is missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal! Kids learning resumes 15 minutes before Mincha!
Join us for Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal!
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week!
CLASSES
Class schedule will be announced in the Google Classroom.
A reminder that all San Diego classes which formerly began at 8:30pm, now begin at 7:30pm. All other class times remain the same.
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom when it arrives, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
Join The Shiviti WhatsApp Group!
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Parashat Beshalach - Shabbat Shalom!
Erev Shabbat - Friday
Kabbalat Shabbat: 4:55pm
Candle Lighting: 4:57pm
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Shacharit: 9:00am
Latest Shema: 8:46am or 9:24am
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Kiddush Lunchfollowing Tefillah
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Mincha: 4:15pm
Seudah Shelishit 4:45pm
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Arvit
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Brief Update From The Rabbi
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
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Nevi'im: New Course With Rabbanit Dr. Devorah Halevy!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Classes Resume!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in February 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
New Shulchan Aruch Playlist!VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes Resume!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Join us for Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Shabbat Times and Schedule
Mazal Tov Announcements
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes Some classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom!
Baruch Hashem, I am feeling much better and hope to be at the Bet Knesset as usual this Shabbat. Thank you to everyone for holding up the fort in my absence last Shabbat. SHABBAT SCHEDULE
We will meet in our regular Bet Knesset location for Shabbat. All members and regulars are invited to attend.
Friday night Tefillot will shift based on candle-lighting, changing week-by-week. This Friday we will meet at 4:45pm.
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with Torah reading followed by a Kiddush Lunch! Kiddush Lunch is missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal! Kids learning resumes 15 minutes before Mincha!
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Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week!
CLASSES
Class schedule will be announced in the Google Classroom.
A reminder that all San Diego classes which formerly began at 8:30pm, now begin at 7:30pm. All other class times remain the same.
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom when it arrives, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
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This course will largely be based on the Rambam’s Laws of Sanhedrin, with a special focus on the commentary of Rabbi Chaim David Halevy, former Chief Rabbi of Tel Aviv-Yafo.
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in January 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
44 Aggadeta episodes + 38 Expanding Horizons episodes + 71 Rambam’s Mishneh Torah episodes = 153 total podcast episodes available to listen to!
It has been more than a year since we announced the launch of our Shiviti podcast which is officially live across the web, featuring our most popular playlists! Search “Shiviti” or “Rabbi Yonatan Halevy” on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify - and subscribe!
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Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Parashat Bo - Shabbat Shalom!
Erev Shabbat - Friday
Kabbalat Shabbat: 4:45pm
Candle Lighting: 4:50pm
Shekiah (Sunset): 5:08pm
Shabbat - Saturday
Shacharit: 9:00am
Latest Shema: 8:46am or 9:25am
Latest Shacharit: 10:16am
Kiddush Lunch following Tefillah
Kids Learning with the Rabbi: 4:00pm
Shiur/Class: 5:15pm
Mincha: 4:15pm
Seudah Shelishit 4:45pm
Shabbat Ends: 5:49pm
Arvit
Mazal Tov Announcements
Mazal Tov! Mazal Tov!
To have your joyous occasion mentioned here, kindly email info@kshsd.org the week before. Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim does not have a record of occasions and announces only what we are provided by our members each week!
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We are utilizing state-of-the-art technology to continue our Torah classes.
Each class series has its own unique login code.
For classes, see the information below on joining our Google Classroom.
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Nevi'im: New Course With Rabbanit Dr. Devorah Halevy!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Classes Resume!
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in January 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
New Shulchan Aruch Playlist!VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes Resume!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Join us for Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Shabbat Times and Schedule
Mazal Tov Announcements
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes Some classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom! SHABBAT SCHEDULE
We will meet in our regular Bet Knesset location for Shabbat. All members and regulars are invited to attend.
Friday night Tefillot will shift based on candle-lighting, changing week-by-week. This Friday we will meet at 4:25pm.
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with Torah reading followed by a Kiddush Lunch! Kiddush Lunch is missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal! Kids learning resumes 15 minutes before Mincha!
Join us for Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal!
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week!
CLASSES
Class schedule will be announced in the Google Classroom.
A reminder that all San Diego classes which formerly began at 8:30pm, now begin at 7:30pm. All other class times remain the same.
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom when it arrives, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
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Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Course continues!
Join us as we delve into some of the most sensitive and profound details of Jewish national law, and explore how our lawmakers approached the most controversial and relevant social justice issues of our time. Text-based and ongoing, this course will offer an inside view of the legal system that provides the basis for our national vision of a just and truly free society.
This course will largely be based on the Rambam’s Laws of Sanhedrin, with a special focus on the commentary of Rabbi Chaim David Halevy, former Chief Rabbi of Tel Aviv-Yafo.
Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom: Classes scheduled to resume in January 2024!
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
44 Aggadeta episodes + 38 Expanding Horizons episodes + 71 Rambam’s Mishneh Torah episodes = 153 total podcast episodes available to listen to!
It has been more than a year since we announced the launch of our Shiviti podcast which is officially live across the web, featuring our most popular playlists! Search “Shiviti” or “Rabbi Yonatan Halevy” on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify - and subscribe!
Thanks to the hard work of Shiviti’s volunteer audio/video team!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Parashat Vayechi - Shabbat Shalom!
Erev Shabbat - Friday
Kabbalat Shabbat: 4:25pm
Candle Lighting: 4:33pm
Shekiah (Sunset): 4:51pm
Shabbat - Saturday
Shacharit: 9:00am
Latest Shema: 8:41am or 9:21am
Latest Shacharit: 10:11am
Kiddush Lunch following Tefillah
Kids Learning with the Rabbi: 3:45pm
Shiur/Class: 5:15pm
Mincha: 4:00pm
Seudah Shelishit 4:30pm
Shabbat Ends: 5:33pm
Arvit
Mazal Tov Announcements
Mazal Tov! Mazal Tov!
To have your joyous occasion mentioned here, kindly email info@kshsd.org the week before. Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim does not have a record of occasions and announces only what we are provided by our members each week!
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Each class series has its own unique login code.
For classes, see the information below on joining our Google Classroom.
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7:00am - Shacharit with Torah reading (with Tefillin)
4:10pm - Early Mincha with Torah reading (without Tefillin) Kabbalat Shabbat (without Shir HaShirim) Arvit Kiddush and Light Break-The-Fast (at the Bet Knesset)
Halachic Times
Fast Begins
5:28am dawn degrees or at: 5:35am dawn fixed minutes Eating of a settled character may not be started during the half hour immediately preceding dawn. Please consult the Rabbi for details.
Fast Ends
Rabbi Tukaccinsky The fast ends no later than the emergence of three average stars at: 5:17pm
Rabbi Moshe Feinstein One who finds fasting difficult may eat at: 5:21pm One who does not find fasting difficult should wait until the time for Motzaei Shabbat at: 5:28pm
Halachot - Laws and Ideas based on the writings of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef
The Fast of the Tenth of Tevet
On the tenth day of the month of Tevet, the king of Babylon surrounded the city of Jerusalem in order to destroy it, as the verse in Yechezkel (chapter 24) states: “The word of Hashem was upon me on the tenth month (Tevet) of the ninth year saying, ‘Son of man, write for yourself the name of this day, for on the essence of this day did the king of Babylon besiege Jerusalem.’”
We therefore fast on the Tenth of Tevet in order to humble our hearts into repenting fully and to beseech Hashem to pity us and redeem us completely. The Rambam writes: “The entire Jewish nation fasts on days which tragedy has befallen Israel in order to awaken their hearts and open the pathways of repentance for them. This in turn will serve as a memorial of our grievous actions and the actions of our forefathers to which our current behavior can compare; and this eventually caused suffering to befall them and us. When we recall these things, it will cause us to return to the proper path, as the verse states, ‘And they will confess their sins and the sins of their fathers.’”
Everyone is obligated to fast on the tenth of Tevet, and no one may exclude himself. However, children, meaning boys under the age of thirteen and girls under the age of twelve, are completely exempt from this fast and they are not even obligated to fast for several hours. Even children who are intelligent enough to mourn over the destruction of the Holy Temple are exempt from these fasts as long as they have not yet reached the age of Bar/ Bat Mitzvah. Even if they would like to be stringent and fast, their parents should object to them doing so.
Pregnant and nursing women are exempt from the fast of the Tenth of Tevet and they may not be stringent and fast. The definition of “pregnant” regarding this Halacha is when the woman’s pregnancy is recognizable, meaning when at least three months have elapsed from the beginning of her pregnancy. However, if the pregnant woman suffers from pain and vomiting, she is exempt from the fast even in the beginning stages of her pregnancy, especially if forty days from the onset of her pregnancy have already elapsed.
Pregnant and nursing women are also exempt from the fasts of the Seventeenth of Tamuz and the Fast of Gedalya (their obligation to fast on Tisha Be’av will be explained at the appropriate time, G-d willing). Even if they wish to be stringent and fast, one must object to them doing so. Regarding this Halacha, “pregnant” is defined the same way as above, i.e. when three months of pregnancy have already elapsed. However, if she suffers from vomiting and pain, she is exempt from all of these fasts even before three months have passed, especially if forty days of pregnancy have elapsed.
Regarding the exemption of a nursing woman from these fasts as was mentioned above, Harav Ovadia Yosef zt"l writes that even if this woman is no longer physically nursing her child, if she is within twenty-four months of giving birth and she feels immense weakness, she is exempt from these fasts. However, if she feels no unusual weakness or dizziness and the like, it is proper for her to be stringent and fast. Harav Meir Mazuz Shlit”a, Rosh Yeshivat Kisseh Rachamim, rules likewise. Nevertheless, there are those who rule leniently regarding any woman who is within twenty-four months of giving birth, even if she does not experience any special weakness, that she is exempt from these fasts because she is usually busy dealing with matters of the house and the fast may weaken her.
The Fast of the Tenth of Tevet When it Coincides With Erev Shabbat
Tomorrow, Friday, will mark the Tenth of Tevet, a public fast day observed throughout the Jewish nation until the arrival of Mashiach which marks the day the king of Babylon besieged Jerusalem with the intent of destroying it. The verse (Yechezkel 24) states: “And the word of Hashem was to me in the ninth year during the tenth month (Tevet) on the tenth day, saying: ‘Son of man! Write for yourself the name of the day, the essence of this very day, for on this very day the king of Babylon laid siege to Jerusalem.’”
The Sages disagree in Masechet Eruvin (40b) what the proper protocol is for when the Tenth of Tevet coincides with Friday, Erev Shabbat. Should the Jewish nation be fasting as we would if the Tenth of Tevet fell out on any other day of the week or perhaps, one should break the fast slightly before the conclusion of Shabbat in honor of Shabbat so as not to enter Shabbat while fasting?
The Gemara (ibid.) quotes a Baraita: “Rabbi Yehuda said: Once, we were sitting before Rabbi Akiva and it was the Ninth of Av which coincided with Erev Shabbat (this cannot happen anymore based on the way our current calendar was set up; however, in the times of Rabbi Akiva, who established the years and months on his own, this was indeed possible). They brought him a slightly cooked egg and he swallowed it without salt. It was not that he desired it; rather, he wished to show the students the Halacha. However, Rabbi Yose said: One must fast and complete the fast.”
This means that Rabbi Akiva broke his fast several minutes before the onset of Shabbat in order to teach the students that one should not enter Shabbat suffering and fasting, for this is considered disrespectful to Shabbat. Nevertheless, Rabbi Yose disagreed with Rabbi Yehuda and ruled that one must complete the fast, as usual.
The Gemara concludes that the Halacha follows the opinion of Rabbi Yose and one must complete the entire fast and eat nothing until Shabbat night Kiddush.
Indeed, the Tosafot quote Rabbeinu Chananel as saying that we have a tradition that Rabbi Akiva was dangerously ill that year and the doctors brought him some food toward the end of the fast. However, Rabbi Yehuda was not aware of this fact and he relied solely on what he saw and he did not know the reason why Rabbi Akiva ate. Thus, even according to Rabbi Akiva, there is no leniency in this regard.
Maran Ha’Shulchan Aruch (Chapter 249) rules that when a fast day coincides with Erev Shabbat, one must complete the entire fast and one may not eat before Shabbat begins.
Thus, Rabbi Ovadia Yosef zt”l writes (in his Chazon Ovadia- Arba Ta’aniyot, page 15) that if the congregation prays Mincha and Arvit earlier on Friday afternoon in the synagogue, they may still not make Kiddush until nightfall, which is at approximately fifteen minutes past sunset.
Nevertheless, Harav David Yosef writes in his Halacha Berura that according to all opinions, one may not purposely prolong fasting into Shabbat and therefore, Mincha, Kabbalat Shabbat, and Arvit prayers should begin slightly earlier than usual in the synagogue and the Chazzan should move through the prayers quicker than usual so that the congregation can make their way home and recite Kiddush as close to nightfall as possible.
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