I often receive inquiries as to who I am and why I do not post my name and credentials on my website.
For various
reasons, I have started this “Halacha For Today” project anonymously.
Not posting my name also allows me to continue this work L’shem
Shomayim, as the Chazon Ish Zatzal used to tell people they should do at
least one worthwhile project in their lifetime anonymously, strictly
for the Kavod of the Ribono Shel Olam. (In fact, when he first started
publishing his landmark work, “Chazon Ish” . he released each chapter
anonymously, by placing it in the Bais Medrash under cover of darkness)
I started it
as a small email which I sent to a few friends and never expected at
the time that it would grow at such a rapid pace, reach such a large
audience, or take up so much of my time.
All the
Halachos that I write are taken directly from the Sefarim of the Poskim,
and sources are given for each halacha. I do not write anything of my
own.
Furthermore, I
clearly state that the Halachos are for learning purposes only and not
for Psak Halacha, as a Rav should be consulted for a final ruling.
Lastly, there are many Talmidei Chachamim, including Rabbanim with Smicha that read my emails daily and they are sure to let me know on rare occasions when something I wrote needs revisions or clarification.
Lastly, there are many Talmidei Chachamim, including Rabbanim with Smicha that read my emails daily and they are sure to let me know on rare occasions when something I wrote needs revisions or clarification.
Although I am
hesitant to reveal my name, I can tell you that I currently live in
Lakewood NJ. I spent many years learning in Yeshivas both in the USA and
in Eretz Yisroel, and always had an interest in Halacha. I am married
with children Baruch Hashem. I am a simple Yid who seeks to spread K’Vod
Shomayim in the world, and it is my sincere Tefilah that this website
as well as the daily Halacha emails accomplish just that.
I
welcome questions, suggestions, ideas, comments, and even constructive
criticism. I can be reached at the following email address:
I will Bli Neder respond to each and every email that I receive as soon as possible.
Important Note:
All halachos are written from an Ashenazic perspective and follow the rulings of Ashkenazic Poskim. Though I endeavor to point out whenever Sephardic rulings and customs differ from what I write, by no means have I adequately researched the Sephardic point of view of any halachos I write and my dear Sephardic readers should please review all rulings with their own Chachamim.
כל השונה הלכות בכל יום מובטח לו שהוא בן עולם הבא
