צירוף קטן למנין

In Jewish practice, adopted customs are as binding as statutory law. To
what extent must a shul and a community maintain their customs? When, if ever,
may traditions be changed?

הבנה יסודית במושג הורשת השררה ומינויי הציבור מאב לבנו בספרות התלמוד וגדולי הפוסקים, שופכת לנו אור בדין מינוי תפקידים תורניים וציבוריים, כמו רבנות ושמשות והדומה, בימינו אנו. למען יאריך על ממלכתו הוא ובניו בקרב ישראל.

While a contractor, engineer and electrician are imperative for building any structure, a ‘halachic architect’ would also come in handy to ensure the design and architecture of your Synagogue meets the requirements. Where should the entrance be located? How many steps should the Bima have? And what are the specs for the windows? Study about the architecture of the Synagogue, its furnishings and decorations, as expounded in halachic and rabbinic literature.

People often comission the writing of a Sefer Torah, either in the memory of a loved or for the merit of those who are living. Why is this a most worthwhile segulah?

What
are the opinions of leading poskim on the appropriate height of a Mechitzah?

An
analysis of the halachic status of a Sefer Torah whose parchment has been
coated with a substance that improves its appearance.