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Today 5 September 2024

I asked Ask A Rabbi Chabbad  a question:
As I recall..reading somewhere that all Jews who died outside the Land of Israel...their bodies would travel underground via tunnels to Israel..correct me please but does this mean for Jews that when the anointed one comes that Moses will lead those who died in the desert to Israel as well?

On  5 September 2024 was the answer to Query 6359337

B"H

Hello,

Thank you for the intriguing question about the journey of Jewish souls after passing away. It's a fascinating topic that sparks curiosty and exploration. The concept you're referring to is likely based on the idea that the bodies of Jews who have passed away outside of Israel will be trasported underground to Israel for resurrection. This idea is rooted in Jewish tradition and is described in various sources.

For a comprehensive understanding of the resurrection process, I recommend exploring the following article on our site:
"The Resurrection Process" (https://www.chabad.org/1127503)

This article delves into the steps involved in the resurrection of the dead, including the role of Moses in leading those who died in the desert to Israel.

While we eagerly await the arrival of Moshiach, it is essential to understand the intricacies of the resurrection process. Your question shows a deep interest in this vital topic, and I encourage you to continue exploring and learning. There are many resources on our site to assist you.

May your quest for knowledge bring you to the truth and the ultimate redemption.

All the best,

Rabbi Dov Stein

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I also asked Aish Torah and https://dinonline.org/submit/ Ask A Rabbi question:Nations against Israel on 5 September 2024:
Please correct me if Im wrong but ever since 2016 when the USA refused to veto a United Nations resolution condemming Zionism and the Nations of the World thus gave Iran the moral backing to procede against Zionism and Jewish communities-is it my iminagation but ever since the last four years are the Nations of the World again violating the Three Oaths between Jewish Nation and gentile Nations especially the pledge not to persecute Jewish Communites? Examples In Europe the rements of Jewish communites are subject to harresment by Anti ZIonist/Jewish Groups; in the Arab/Muslin states of AFrica and the Middle East 95% of Jewish communites have been subject {since 1948] to daily persecution and and order to live have been forced to go up to Israel ? That the other Western countries have also engaged in their our persecutions of Jewish communites--boycott Jewish goods from Israel; equating ZIonism with racism; harrasing persons who are pro-Israel but giving cart blanche to persons whose only goal in life is to destory ISrael and Jews {For example anything from giving them freedom of speech to lecture at Western Colleges to sending nations representavies attending the inauarguation of the Butcher of Theran/Haman in Iran) putting Pressure on Israel to let their swon enemies live alside Jew Communites....the Shoah was the greatest violation of the 3 oatsh..and now it seems that nearly 84 years after the outbreak of the Shoah (1 Sepember 1939)...the world Nations are again starting a world Wide Persecution of Jewish Communites...?

https://dinonline.org/submit/  answer on website: 9/18/2024

Hello

I hear what you are saying, but we believe that history is Heavenly orchestrated according to the devine plan, or the creator of the heaven and earth, and in accordance to the macro world plan that he has planned for the world.

Have a good day

Additional reading

Engaging with antisemites  Consulting on non-halachic issues - Engaging with antisemites - Din - Ask the Rabbi (dinonline.org)

See answer at  Consulting on non-halachic issues - Nations against Israel - Din - Ask the Rabbi (dinonline.org)

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Consulting on non-halachic issues - Nations against Israel - Din - Ask the Rabbi (dinonline.org)

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The L-d and Jewish people:
Why No “Nun” in Ashrei? - Chabad.org
Jewish Person attachment to the Land of Israel even in galut:  Articles - Desirous Land - Din - Ask the Rabbi (dinonline.org)
L-d and Jewish right to the Land of Israel
https://aish.com/jewish-claim-to-the-land/
https://www.chabad.org/parshah/article_c...f-Time.htm

GREATER ISRAEL
https://aish.com/the-borders-of-israel-p...o-abraham/

THE GOY WAR AGAINST THE PEOPLE OF THE BOOK
The World Against Israel: A Global Alliance of Hostility Disguised as Human Rights | Aish

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message #3 above remarks on Punishments in the afterlife:
Absalaom 
nalys
Although Absalom avenged his sister difelment by Amnon ironically he proved himself not to be very much different from Amnon. As Amon had sought the advice of Jonadab in order to rape Tamar, Absalom had sought the adivce of Ahitophel who advised Absalom to have incestious relations with his father's concubines in order to show all Israel how odious to his father [2 Samuel 16:20] .Likewise as Amonon had brought two curses on himself for incest with his half sister and failing to fulfill the Torah Law, Absalom brought four curses on himself for dishonoring his father; relations with his father's wives [concubines]; and failing to fulfill the Torah Law twice. [Deuteronomy 27:20 26]  The concubines were not punished by G-d. They were violated by  Absalom.  Absalom with his own free will, choose to do that. It is true G-d created a world where we humans can choose good or evil, but the choice in the end remains ours. Although G-d had told David that his wives would be taken, he did not ordain or force Absalom to violate them. He just foretold it.  
Is a lesson to be learned of the consequences from Absalom life is that his lust for power was so deep that he engaged in acts of  chillul hashem and brought upon himself 4 curses from the Torah? (Dishonoring his father by his revolt; dishonoring his father's wives; and twice bring curses on himself for not fulfilling the Torah law)?
Yes. He was a prince who could had almost anything. The only things he wanted were things he could not have. He lusted after his sister and his father's throne.
Wealth is not determined by possessions but by mindset. In his mind, Absalom was a pauper. He only looked at what he did not have.

Amon of Judah
The opinion that Amon was the most sinful of all the wicked kings of Judah (II Chron. xxxiii. 23) is brought out in the Talmud in tractate Sanhedrin 103b) as follows: Ahaz suspended the sacrificial worship and sealed the Torah scrolls, Manasseh burned the names of the Lord and tore down the altar, Amon made it a place of desolation [covered it with cobwebs] and burned the Torah scrolls. This is derived from the story of the finding of the Book of the Law, II Kings, xxii. 8]; Ahaz permitted incest, Manasseh committed it with his sister, Amon committed it with his mother, saying to her, I only did this to anger the Creator. And yet, out of respect for his son Josiah, Amon's name was not placed on the list of the kings excluded from the world to come. The sages also explain proverbs 24:30 as follows: I passed by the field of a lazy man, This is Ahaz. And the vineyard of a senseless man, this is Manashe. And behold, it was all overgrown with thorns, this is Amon. And its surface was covered with Nettle, this is Jehoiakim. And its stone wall was broken down, this is a reference to Zedekiah, in whose days the temple was destroyed. A midrashic fragment preserved in the Apostolic Constitutions, ii. 23, which appears to follow an account of the repentance of Manasseh according to a lost Jewish apocryphal writing, reads:

"No sin is more grievous than idolatry, for it is treason against God. Yet even this has been forgiven upon sincere repentance; but he that sins from a mere spirit of opposition, to see whether God will punish the wicked, shall find no pardon, although he say in his heart, 'I shall have peace in the end (by repenting), though I walk in the stubbornness of my evil heart'" (Deut. xxix. 19). Such a one was Amon, the son of Manasseh, for the (Apocryphal) Scripture says: "And Amon reasoned an evil reasoning of transgression and said: 'My father from his childhood was a great transgressor, and he repented in his old age. So will I now walk after the lust of my soul and afterward return to the Lord.' And he committed more evil in the sight of the Lord than all that were before him; but the Lord God speedily cut him off from this good land. And his servants conspired against him and slew him in his own house, and he reigned two years only." It is noteworthy that this very midrashic fragment casts light upon the emphatic teaching of the Mishnah (Yoma, viii. 9): "Whosoever says, 'I will sin and repent thereafter,' will not be granted the time for repentance. [Jewish Encylopedia Amon King of Judah]26–527.

Jehoiakim:
Jehoiakim is still undergoing punishment for his sins. Although the Babylonian Talmud does not include him among those who have no place in the world to come (cf. Sanh. 103b), the Palestinian Talmud cites him as an example of one who has forfeited his place in heaven by publicly transgressing the law.

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08 September 2024 query to Chabad Ask A Rabbi
As Orthodox Jews view marriage of a Jewish man with a Jewish woman is a reunion of two halves of the same Soul; however when a jewish person intermarries with non-jewish person-would after passing from this life to the next would such a person be judged by the L-d not only because of their refusal to marry their predesitned Jewish spouse but also because the chances are not good that any descendents would not be raised Jewish?

Received as query  Ref No 6360852 8-Sept 2024
Received an answer     No 6360582 9-Sept 2024

B"H

Hello

Your question is a thoughful and sensitive one. exploring the complexities of intermarriage and its implications in Jewish tradition.
In Judaism, the idea of marrying within the faith is rooted in the belief that a Jewish man and Jewish woman are reunited soulmates, as you mentioned.
Beyond this idea, intermarriage is forbidden due to concerns about the potential impact on the spiritiual continuity of the Jewish people.
The biblical source for this prohibition is Deuteronomy 7:3 (https://www.chabad.org/9971), which warns against marrying non-Jews.
The very next verse, 7: 4, explains the reasoning:"For He will turn away your son from Me, and they will worship the gods of others..."
This passage highlights the concern that intermarriage may lead to assimilation and abandonment of Jewish practices and beliefs, potentially affecting future generations.
Regarding judgement in the afterlife, Jewish tradition emphasizes G-d's compassion and understanding.
While choices have consequences, the focus in this world is on personel growth, repentence, and the pursuit of righteousness.
May this clarification provide further insight into the complexities of intermarriage of intermarriage in Jewish tradition.
We have other resources on our site to assist in further exploration of this topic:

On Dating & Marrying Jewish https://www.chabad.org/145413


All the best,

Rabbi Dov Stein

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More on the silent holocaust of Intermarriage
https://www.chabad.org/library/article_c...rriage.htm

also see message #18 at this post:
https://www.thehebrewcafe.com/forum/show...hp?tid=680&page=2

Link of interest:
https://www.chabadgreenwich.org/template...21/month/8


3/1/2025 query to Ask a Rabbi Chabbad 6512148
As a Jewish marriage of a Jewish man with a Jewish woman is looked upon as reunion of two halves of the same Soul [Eve was brought from Adam]; thus if any married Jewish man or woman has a adulterous out of marrige relationship is such action considered an act of arrogant contempt of Rebellion against the L-D?

3/5/2025 answer to query from Ask A RAbbI 6512148
Dov Stein | Chabad.org
11:24 AM (11 hours ago)
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B"H

Hello,

In Jewish tradition, marriage between a Jewish man and woman is indeed often viewed as the reunion of two halves of the same soul, based on the concept of Adam and Eve's creation. This idea is rooted in mystical teachings, which suggest that a soul's heavenly source has male and female halves that are incarnated into the world as a man and a woman.

From this spiritual understanding of marriage, adultery is considered a serious transgression in Judaism. It is not only a violation of the marital covenant but also a disruption of the soul's unity that marriage is meant to achieve. Adultery is viewed as a grave sin that goes against the divine plan for human relationships. The act of adultery is seen as more than just a personal betrayal; it is considered a rebellion against G-d's commandments and the sacred nature of marriage. In Jewish law, adultery is one of the few sins for which one is obligated to sacrifice one's life rather than transgress.

It's important to note that Judaism emphasizes the possibility of repentance and return to righteous living, even after serious transgressions.

All the best,

Rabbi Dov Stein


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On 15 September 2024 sent the following query to Chabbad Ask a Rabbi:
Query about Davis son Absalom-
1) Does the Torah/Talmud explain why David concubines were singled out as to be part of the L-Ds punishment of David of Absalom literal downfall from life?
2) Is a lesson to be learned of the consequences from Absalom life is that his lust for power was so deep that he engaged in acts of  chillul hashem and brought upon himself 4 curses from the Torah? (Dishonoring his father by his revolt; dishonoring his father's wives; and twice bring curses on himself for not fulfilling the Torah law)?

Sincerely

T.F

On 27 September 2024 received an answer:No 6369165:
Hi

1) The concubines were not punished by G-d. They were violated by  Absalom.  Absalom with his own free will, choose to do that. It is true G-d created a world where we humans can choose good or evil, but the choice in the end remains ours.
Although G-d had told David that his wives would be taken, he did not ordain or force Absalom to violate them. He just foretold it.
2) Yes. He was a prince who could had almost anything. The only things he wanted were things he could not have. He lusted after his sister and his father's throne.
Wealth is not determined by possessions but by mindset. In his mind, Absalom was a pauper. He only looked at what he did not have.

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08 September 2024 query to Chabad Ask A Rabbi
As Orthodox Jews view marriage of a Jewish man with a Jewish woman is a reunion of two halves of the same Soul; however when a jewish person intermarries with non-jewish person-would after passing from this life to the next would such a person be judged by the L-d not only because of their refusal to marry their predesitned Jewish spouse but also because the chances are not good that any descendents would not be raised Jewish?

You are not aware that the idea you express is not universal among the Orthodox? You are not aware that many, including Maimonides, consider the notion to be ridiculous?

Why am I not surprised?

Sidebar: Read the last part of your final sentence starting with “but also because…” It makes no sense in the English language.

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On 15 October 2024 query to Chabad Ask a Rabbi  Ref No 6414717
Over a hundred years ago a Jewish woman was a victium of a unknown seriel killer. According to one account a Rabbi put a curse on where the victium was found. Why a curse on the ground where the victium was found?

[explanation: Dayton Strangler - Wikipedia]

On 20 October 2024 answer to Query No 6414717


B"H

Hello,

Thank you for sharing this intriguing piece of history. Your curiosity about the Rabbi's actions is well-founded. The concept of placing a curse on the location where the victim was found has its roots in Jewish tradition. Specifically, it's connected to the Eglah Arufah ritual (Deuteronomy 21:1-9 https://www.chabad.org/torah-texts/9985). In ancient times, when a murdered body was found, and the killer unknown, the community would perform Eglah Arufah. This involved:

1. Decapitating a calf near the crime scene.
2. Declaring, "Our hands did not shed this blood".
3. Praying for forgiveness and atonement.

The ritual aimed to:

1. Express outrage and condemnation of the crime.
2. Declare collective innocence.
3. Seek divine mercy.

Explore this fascinating topic further:

The Mysterious Eglah Arufah (‘Decapitated Calf’) https://www.chabad.org/5611611

Your interest in Jewish history and tradition is commendable! Please feel free to ask more questions or share your thoughts.

All the best,

Rabbi Dov Stein


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On Sunday, October 27, 2024 you responded:
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The L-d Always keeps his promise that The People of the Book will go up

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Chabad.org: Ask the Rabbi { Ref. No. 6414717 }
Dov Stein | Chabad.org
Mon, Oct 28, 2:08 PM (12 hours ago)
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B"H

Hello,

Thank you for sharing these inspiring updates! The revival of the Sanhedrin, the sounding of silver trumpets on the Temple Mount, and the Temple Institute's efforts to prepare for the Third Temple are remarkable signs of the Jewish people's renewed connection to their heritage. These developments echo biblical prophecies and demonstrate G-d's faithfulness to His promises. As Psalm 102:13-14 states, "You will arise and have mercy on Zion, for the time to favor her, yes, the set time, has come."

May these initiatives bring us closer to the redemption and the rebuilding of the Temple, speeding the coming of Messiah.

Keep sharing these uplifting updates!

Rabbi Dov Stein


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Thank you

I have no doubt at all that with the ingathering of Jews from Europe; Arab states; Asia Africa and the Americas The People of the Book will reclaim their ancestral Land while with the help of the  Sanhedrin, and the Temple  Institute prepare them all for the coming of the Third Temple and the reappearence of the Ark of the Covenent 
May the whole nations of the world take note and learn from this momenteus event!

Sincerely

T.F

Cutting stones for the 3rd Temple
Israeli politician carves stones to build Third Temple - Israel365 News

Sanhedrin calls for Crypto-Jews to return from exile - Israel365 News

Sanhedrin Announces Ruling: All Jews Worldwide Must Come Home to Israel Immediately - Israel365 News

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Query to Ask A Rabbi CHabbad.com 30 October /2024:Ref. No. 6420732
Within the past year when Israel is fighting for its life,,there have been may pro PLO/Hamas demenstrations by those who wish to see Israel destroyed...replaced by a Arab/PLO state....going against the promise of the L_D that the land of Israel is reserved for the People of the Book..as the L-d judged Belshazzar [Mene, mene, tekel, upharsin] so will the L-d judge those who defy his promises?
responce 5 November 2024 Ref. No. 6420732
B"H

Hello,

I understand your concerns about the recent pro-PLO/Hamas demonstrations and the threats to Israel's existence. However, I want to reassure you that G-d's promise to the Jewish people regarding the Land of Israel remains unwavering. The Torah emphasizes that G-d's covenant with Abraham includes a promise of the Land of Israel to his descendants.

Rest assured that G-d will continue to protect the Jewish people and the Land of Israel. Psalms 121:4 promises, "Behold, He who keeps Israel will neither slumber nor sleep." Throughout history, G-d has defended Israel, and His covenant remains unbroken. Trust in G-d's sovereignty as Psalms 22:28 states, "For dominion belongs to the Lord, and He rules over the nations." May G-d's promise to Israel bring comfort during challenging times.

All the best,

Rabbi Dov Stein


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After I saw this article 
IDF rabbinate opposes asking troops to sign form 'unchaining' wives in case of disaster | The Times of Israel

I wrote the following query:

Date: 11/24/2024
Incident ID: 6439842
Query about King David:

Question:
I came across a reference that King David decree that in Jewish Marriage contracts that a clause be included that allowed a Jewish widow of Jewish soldiers to remarry again so that she would not become a "chained wife". Is this decree still legal and binding?

The answer 11/24/2024

Dov Stein | Chabad.org
Sun, Nov 24, 4:24 PM (14 hours ago)
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B"H

Hello,

The historical reference you mentioned about King David's decree regarding Jewish widows of soldiers is an interesting one. The Talmud does discuss instances where King David had soldiers create conditional divorces. This was done to alleviate the concerns of soldiers who were going to war and wanted to ensure their wives' well-being in their capture or demise.

The concept of conditional divorce, while not explicitly tied to King David's decree, is still a valid concept in Jewish law. Modern rabbinic courts have their own procedures and guidelines for handling such matters, especially in the context of military service. It's important to note that Jewish law has evolved over time, and contemporary interpretations of these laws may differ from historical practices.

All the best,

Rabbi Dov Stein


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Date: 11/24/2024
Incident ID: 6439842
Query about King David:

Question:
I came across a reference that King David decree that in Jewish Marriage contracts that a clause be included that allowed a Jewish widow of Jewish soldiers to remarry again so that she would not become a "chained wife". Is this decree still legal and binding?

Either the reference is wrong or you misunderstood it. There was no clause in the marriage contract. It was a separate conditional get. For centuries it was a nonissue because Jews were not permitted to serve in armed forces. When that changed the tradition was revived.

That, of course, is not the end of the discussion because the concept has to converted into a viable document and the language is the key. 

I presume your question was prompted because the IDF is looking at providing its servicemen with such a document.

Now when it comes to the question of legal and binding are you asking about within a religious context or whether a secular state will recognize the divorce?

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11/27/20024 Query to Ask A Rabbi Chabbad.com  I.D, 6441363-D...
Although the  word of the L-D is that the Jewish People, The Torah and the Land of Israel  are especailly consecrated to the L-D, there is a warning not to make any covent or intermarriage with the People of the Land of Israel...and yet this prohibtion has been broken-does the Torah explain the cause of this rebeling against the word of the L-D?

11/27/20024 reply
B"H

Hello,

This is an excellent question on a deep topic! While there are many ways to approach this topic and the motivations of individuals is complex, our Sages tell us that a person sins only because a “spirit of folly” (ruach shtut) enters him (Talmud Sotah 3a). In other words, when a person sins, it is an act of sheer insanity (Tanya Ch. 24). What person in his right mind would want to create a rift between himself and his Creator? In broad terms, whenever we sin, it is due to a loss of awareness and self-control.

All the best, 

Rabbi Dov Stein


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