Shuls in Halachah

While many books and articlesexist on the topic of tefillah andthe halachos surrounding it, generallylittle attention is given to the subjectof the shul itself, the setting where somuch of our davening takes place.As the House of Hashem and - ingalus, with the absence of the BeisHamikdash - the place where the Shechinah is found, the shul isthe holiest of all settings, and thus it is incumbent upon us to treatit with the dignity and respect it commands. This includes beingaware of and keeping the numerous halachos that pertain to a shul.Who may eat in shul? May one kiss a child there? Does thewomen's section have kedushah? May membership meetings takeplace in a shul? Is it permissible to greet one's friend while in shul?Speech and conversation; do their halachos apply after davening isover? Shuls in Halachah is a unique contribution to the world of Englishhalachah books. In this first-ever, comprehensive English seferon the topic, Rabbi Ephraim Eliezer Padawer, author of the five-volume Piskei Hilchos Shabbos and Yom Tov, explores and explainsthe many halachos pertaining to kedushas beis haknesses. Based onthe Shulchan Aruch and contemporary poskim, this authoritativeand fully annotated book covers virtually every imaginable questionthat can arise in a shul setting. Written in a clear, concise, and user-friendly format, with the addition of nearly 50 FAQs, the entirebook has been collectively reviewed by several veteran rabbanim.• Perfect for both the layman and the talmid chacham (as well asthe rav); men and women• Includes a comprehensive, alphabetical index for easyreference, as well as a daily learning calendar Sku: IBS-LA376 Author: Rabbi Ephraim Eliezer Padawer Isbn 13: 9798886730920 Isbn 10: 8886730926 Pages: 456 Size: 6.3" x 9.3" Binding: Hardcover Date: 9/4/2023 Imprint: Israel Bookshop Publications