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Laws of Yom Tov/Festivals [Siman 103]
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- May 21, 2026
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Summary
In this special pre-Shavuot episode of the Everyday Judaism Podcast, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explores the laws of rejoicing on Yom Tov (festivals) from Kitzur Shulchan Aruch, Siman 103. He details the mitzvot to honor and delight in the festivals through special foods, clothing, haircuts, bathing, and festive meals, while emphasizing the higher obligation of simcha (rejoicing) that includes gladdening one’s family, giving gifts, and sharing with others. The episode highlights practical preparations for Shavuot, customs like eating dairy foods (with multiple reasons), reading Megillat Ruth, staying awake all night learning Torah, and important reminders about balancing physical enjoyment with spiritual elevation and avoiding levity or excess. Topics Discussed: Mitzvah to honor and delight in Yom Tov (similar to Shabbos) Preparations on Erev Yom Tov: haircut, bathing, nails, baking challah, and eating lightly Requirements for festive meals, Kiddush, Lechem Mishneh, meat, and wine Shehecheyanu blessing on candles and Kiddush (exceptions on Pesach) Obligation of simcha: gladdening wife, children, and dependents with clothes, jewelry, treats, meat, and wine Special laws and customs for Shavuot: dairy foods (9 reasons), eating meat separately, reading Megillat Ruth (6 reasons) Balance between physical enjoyment and Torah study; feeding the poor and inviting guests Avoiding drunkenness and levity; the pious way to use joy for spiritual growth Isru Chag, Havdalah at the end of Yom Tov, and meal extensions across days Unique Shavuot practices: delaying Ma’ariv, staying up all night learning Torah _____________ 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 Ha…