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Question: Why do some Shuls [synagogues] not have mezuzahs? Answer: A place that is only used for prayer is not obligated in a Mezuzah (the Bet...
First of all, yasher koach – good work – on having your mezuzahs checked! Many people do not realize the importance of checking their...
Mrs. Shaffer: Welcome......how can I help you?:) Anne: I live in a cottage which is owned by a non-Jew. Can I affix a Mezuzah? Mrs. Shaffer: if you're...
There is no magic in the ink or parchment of the mezuzah. A mezuzah is special because it serves as a conduit for Divine blessings for a home and its...
Rabbi Eliezer Gurkov: Welcome to the Rabbi's one on one chat room, how can I help you today? teacher1: What are the customs of moving into a new...
A mezuzah must be bought from a trustworthy, G-d fearing vendor. An authentic mezuzah is a hand-written Hebrew text on a parchment scroll. It takes a lot...
Question: How long must I reside in a residence in order for it to require a mezuzah? Thanks, Shalom M. Answer: One does not affix mezuzahs to a...
A room must be sizeable enough to be inhabitable in order to require a mezuzah. The halachic determination is that a room which is less than four cubits...
Only a house which is actually inhabited or used by a Jew requires a mezuzah. A home which is vacant and unused does not require a mezuzah.
We are required to affix a mezuzah to the right-hand1 doorpost of every doorway of a Jewish residence. This includes storage rooms, garages and basements...
