Kosher catering, Non-kosher program

Hi,

Despite the prohibitions against placing a stumbling block before the blind and aiding wrongdoing, as well as the requirement to help others avoid sinning, one may provide catering services for an event at which transgressions will take place, where there are other catering options besides his own.

(Rav Moshe Feinstein, Igrot Moshe Yoreh Deah 1:72)

Have a great day,
Mordechai

Leaving a shul

Hi,

One should not leave a shul because its members do not act properly; "a little light can dispel much darkness," and his education of others may be effective. However, this does not apply if the shul itself begins to function in a non-halachic manner.

(Rav Moshe Feinstein, Igrot Moshe Orach Chaim 1:99)

Have a great day,
Mordechai

Correcting a parent

Hi,

One who sees his parents sin is not permitted to confront them directly; rather, he must try more respectful methods. One such method involves asking circumspect questions, so that they understand the error on their own.

(Code of Jewish Law Yoreh Deah 240:11)

Have a great day,
Mordechai

Daily Jewish Law - 2/6

Hi,

We have been learning about lashon hara, harmful speech.

One is not permitted to mock another person for weaknesses in his religious observance and Man-Gd relationship, or for weaknesses in his social relationships.

(Mekor Chaim 5:1)

Have a great day,
Mordechai