Nov. 20, 2024
Parshas Chayei Sarah Summary
Sarah dies at age 127 and is buried in the Machpelah Cave in Chevron, purchased by Avraham for four hundred shekels of silver. Avraham sends his servant Eliezer to find a wife for Yitzchak. At a well, Eliezer prays for a sign: the woman who offers water to his camels will be Yitzchak's wife. Rivka, daughter of Besuel, fulfills this sign. Eliezer tells her family the story, and Rivka returns with him to Canaan, where she marries Yitzchak. Avraham marries Keturah and has six more sons. Avraham dies at age 175 and is buried beside Sarah by his two eldest sons, Yitzchak and Yishmael.
Laws and Customs Regarding Making a Siyum During The Nine Days
Making a Siyum During The Nine Days
The Shulchan Aruch (551:10) rules that one may not eat meat or drink wine during the nine days unless it's a Seudas Mitzvah. Included in the list of what's considered a Seudas Mitzvah is making a siyum.
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Freshly Cleaned Clothing During the Nine Days
*Freshly Cleaned Clothing*
The Rama (551:3) says that from Rosh Chodesh Av until after Tisha B’Av, one may not wear freshly laundered clothing.
If one wishes to wear freshly washed garments during the Nine Days, they should be worn beforehan…