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Ep. 95 - Laws of Final Waters and the Blessing After Meals - 2 (Siman 44)
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- May 13, 2026
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Summary
In this episode of the Everyday Judaism Podcast, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe continues his study of Shulchan Aruch Siman 44, focusing on Halachot 10–17 of Birkas Hamazon (Grace After Meals). He explains the order of insertions when Shabbos coincides with Rosh Chodesh, the rules for someone who is unsure whether they recited Birkas Hamazon, and the procedures for forgetting special additions like Retzei (Shabbos) or Yaaleh V'Yavo (Rosh Chodesh/Festivals). The discussion also covers compensatory blessings, differences in practice for women, extensions of meals across day changes, and related customs for Purim, Chanukah, and extending Shabbos. The episode provides practical guidance for properly fulfilling this important mitzvah. List of the Halachahs Discussed: Order of Retzei and Yaaleh V'Yavo when Shabbos falls on Rosh Chodesh Reciting Birkas Hamazon when in doubt (especially if still satiated or after falling asleep mid-benching) Gender differences in doubt regarding Birkas Hamazon obligation Forgetting Retzei, Yaaleh V'Yavo, or both — and the compensatory blessings When to repeat Birkas Hamazon entirely versus adding a makeup blessing Special rules for the third Shabbos meal and Yom Tov Forgetting Al HaNissim on Chanukah or Purim (adding in the Harachaman section) Birkas Hamazon when a meal extends past nightfall (Shabbos ending, Rosh Chodesh beginning, etc.) Customs of extending Shabbos and including household members/workers in the blessings The episode concludes with a transition to the Ask Away #33. _____________ The Everyday Judaism Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live ou…