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Dirshu Mishnah Berurah

A page a day (amud yomi) of Mishnah Berurah explained and clarified following (roughly) the cycle of the Dirshu program for mastery of the laws of daily Jewish living. Master the text in under 30 minutes a day. For individual application of the laws you should consult with your local Orthodox Rabbi. Please subscribe to this podcast - you will be notified when each new session is uploaded and you will maximise your daily learning. For feedback or questions you can reach me on

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00:22:26

MB 342.1 – Rabbinic Restrictions During Twilight...

Dirshu Mishnah Berurah ·

2026/01/08

This episode explores the unique halachic status of the twilight period between sunset and nightfall. We examine which rabbinic prohibitions were suspended during this time, when and why exceptions apply for mitzvah needs or pressing circumstances, and which decrees remain in force due to their closeness to biblical violations. The discussion clarifies actions like climbing trees, swimming, carrying in semi-public domains, establishing extended walking limits, and asking a non-Jew to light a candle

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00:20:15

MB 341.1 – MB 341.3 – Annulment of Vows on Shabbos

Dirshu Mishnah Berurah ·

2026/01/07

This episode explores when vows may be annulled on Shabbos and why the general rule restricts weekday-style legal actions on a holy day. We clarify that vows may be annulled on Shabbos when they directly affect Shabbos enjoyment or mitzvah observance—such as eating, drinking, wearing Shabbos clothing, or sleeping. A key exception is the authority of a husband (and similarly a father) to annul vows within a strict same-day time window, even when the vow is unrelated to Shabbos.The discussion explains

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00:19:17

MB 340.12 – MB 340.14 – Tearing, Cutting, Gluing, and...

Dirshu Mishnah Berurah ·

2026/01/05

This episode completes Siman 340 of the Mishnah Berurah, covering the melachot of Losh (kneading), Kore’a (tearing), and Tofer (sewing) and their derivatives as they apply to everyday Shabbat situations. Topics include making paste or dough from seeds, tearing paper or earthenware for a purpose, opening sealed letters, and practical halachic guidance on toilet paper on Shabbat—including allowances for human dignity when done in an unusual manner. The episode also explores gluing and separating pages

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00:12:59

MB 340.8 – MB 340.11 – Stuffing Cushions, Gathering...

Dirshu Mishnah Berurah ·

2026/01/04

This episode continues the laws of Shabbos focusing on returning stuffing to cushions and pillows, clarifying when repair is permitted and when creating something new is forbidden. We then explore the prohibition of gathering items on Shabbos, including evaporated salt and agricultural produce, and define when “gathering” constitutes a biblical violation versus a rabbinic concern. Practical examples include fruit in the home versus the field, minimal liability measures, and classic cases such as

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00:08:18

MB 340.6 – MB 340.7 – Sewing, Tightening Threads, and...

Dirshu Mishnah Berurah ·

2026/01/03

This episode examines the Shabbos prohibition of sewing, focusing on tightening loose threads and functional stitching. We discuss when pulling a thread to reconnect fabric constitutes a biblical violation, the role of knots versus multiple stitches, and cases where liability applies even without a knot. The shiur also clarifies rabbinic prohibitions, attaching items to garments, and the use of pins or stitches. Finally, it addresses drawstring-style sleeves and arm fastenings—distinguishing between

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00:20:32

MB 340.4b – MB 340.5 – Writing, erasing, marking...

Dirshu Mishnah Berurah ·

2026/01/01

This episode continues the Mishnah Berurah’s detailed analysis of the laws of writing on Shabbat, expanding beyond the Shulchan Aruch’s brief treatment. It clarifies when writing two letters creates biblical liability, including cases where letters are written on separate surfaces that can be read together. The discussion covers writing in abnormal ways (left hand, foot, mouth), writing through another person, destructive writing, artistic designs, appliqué letters, puzzles and letter games, erasing

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00:26:28

MB 340.4a – Writing and Erasing on Shabbat: Permanent...

Dirshu Mishnah Berurah ·

2025/12/31

This episode explores the laws of writing and erasing on Shabbat, focusing on what creates biblical liability versus rabbinic prohibition. Writing is biblically prohibited only when a lasting mark is made with a lasting substance on a lasting surface. Writing with liquids, ash, sand, or on surfaces where the mark won’t endure is rabbinically forbidden but not biblically liable. Making signs in the air or tracing letters without leaving a recognizable impression is permitted.The discussion also

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00:21:20

MB 340.2 – MB 340.3 – Erasing on Shabbat:, Ink, Wax,...

Dirshu Mishnah Berurah ·

2025/12/30

This episode continues the laws of 'shearing' and then erasing on Shabbat. Topics include removing warts, scabs, loose skin, and dry lips; when erasing ink, wax, or smudges creates biblical versus rabbinic liability; and how much erasure constitutes a violation. We explore practical cases such as wax or stains on books and Torah scrolls, erasing in order to rewrite, and intention-based liability. The discussion then turns to modern and everyday scenarios: letters on cakes, children breaking

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00:12:52

MB 340.1 - Haircuts, Nails, Shearing, and Appearance...

Dirshu Mishnah Berurah ·

2025/12/29

This episode continues the laws near the end of Hilchos Shabbos, focusing on activities related to hair, nails, and shearing that are prohibited on Shabbos as derivatives of the melacha of shearing. We cover cutting hair and nails by hand or with tools, the difference between rabbinic prohibition and biblical liability, and required minimum measures for liability. Practical cases include cutting nails for mikveh preparation, asking a non-Jew in a mitzvah situation, and limited leniencies in cases of

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00:10:51

MB 399.5 - MB 399.6 - Water Activities and Boats on...

Dirshu Mishnah Berurah ·

2025/12/28

This episode continues the laws of Shabbos as they relate to water. We review why swimming and similar water activities are restricted, including moving floating objects or clearing water in rivers. The discussion then shifts to boats: when entering a boat is permitted, the difference between floating and grounded vessels, and why rafts are treated more strictly. We explore the key principle that boarding a boat before Shabbos can establish it as one’s place of residence, allowing travel during

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00:26:57

MB 339.4b - MB 339.5 - – Shabbos Restrictions on...

Dirshu Mishnah Berurah ·

2025/12/27

This episode continues the laws of Shabbos as they intersect with transactions and legal acts. We cover why consecrations, valuations, gifts to the Temple, separating tithes, firstborn redemption, and issuing divorces are generally prohibited on Shabbos, since they resemble commerce or legal acquisition. The Mishnah Berurah clarifies when actions are valid after the fact, and the unique exception of tithes separated intentionally. The discussion then turns to marriage around Shabbos—especially

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00:22:28

MB 339.4a - – Judicial Actions, Punishments, and...

Dirshu Mishnah Berurah ·

2025/12/25

This episode explores the halachic limits of judicial and legal activity on Shabbos. We learn why courts do not judge cases, issue punishments, imprison offenders, or carry out penalties on Shabbos—rooted in concerns of writing, commerce, and preserving Shabbos as a day of rest even for the guilty. The discussion then turns to key exceptions, including urgent testimony (such as preventing a woman from remaining unable to remarry) and stopping someone from fleeing to cause permanent harm.The second

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00:21:21

MB 338.8 - MB 339.3 - Rain on the Roof & Rhythm on...

Dirshu Mishnah Berurah ·

2025/12/23

This episode concludes the laws of managing rainwater leaking into the home on Shabbos, including when collected water may be moved and when creating an unpleasant situation is prohibited. We then begin a new section covering common Shabbos activities: riding animals, swimming in pools and ponds, and the classic debate over clapping, dancing, and rhythmic movements. The discussion explains the original concerns behind these restrictions, practical distinctions between permitted and prohibited cases,

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00:36:12

MB 338.3 – MB 338.7 - Shabbos Sounds & Signals:...

Dirshu Mishnah Berurah ·

2025/12/22

This episode explores classic Mishnah Berurah discussions on sound and activity on Shabbos. Topics include mechanical clocks and musical chimes set before Shabbos, alarm clocks and alarms going off on Shabbos, winding watches and stopping alarms, and the distinction between fixing an item versus normal use. We also cover children’s toys, automatic and kinetic watches, clapping and making noise to scare animals, ball games and board games on Shabbos, concerns about weekday-like activities, and when

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00:13:00

MB 338.2 - Can There Be Music on Shabbos? Weddings,...

Dirshu Mishnah Berurah ·

2025/12/19

This episode explores the halachic background of playing music on Shabbos, focusing on the original rabbinic decree against music due to concern over repairing instruments. We examine a historical leniency that allowed asking a non-Jew to play (and even repair) instruments for the sake of bringing joy to a bride and groom, based on the concept of a double rabbinic prohibition for a mitzvah. The Mishnah Berurah surveys dissenting opinions, limits of that leniency, and contrasts weddings with other

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00:15:09

MB 338.1b – Sound-Making Objects on Shabbos: Door...

Dirshu Mishnah Berurah ·

2025/12/17

This episode continues the Mishnah Berurah’s discussion of sound production on Shabbos. We clarify the core rule: objects specifically designed to make sound are generally prohibited, even when the intent is not musical. Practical cases include door knockers, rings fixed to doors, bells, tuning forks, and similar sound-producing items. In contrast, making noise with one’s body (knocking with a fist or knuckles, whistling) is permitted. The shiur explores key distinctions—designated purpose versus

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00:16:29

MB 337.3–338.1 – Floors, Furrows, and Sounds:...

Dirshu Mishnah Berurah ·

2025/12/16

This episode completes the laws of floor maintenance on Shabbat and opens the topic of sound-making prohibitions. We review why spreading oil or scrubbing floors is restricted—even on paved surfaces—due to concerns of leveling ground and related actions. The discussion extends to placing heavy barrels on the ground, the risk of creating furrows, and why lifting rather than dragging is required.The episode then introduces the laws of making sounds on Shabbat: musical instruments and music-like sounds

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00:19:36

MB 337.2 – Sweeping Floors on Shabbos: Dirt, Dust,...

Dirshu Mishnah Berurah ·

2025/12/15

This episode continues the laws of unintended consequences on Shabbos, focusing on sweeping floors and household cleaning. We explore whether sweeping an unpaved floor is permitted, given the concern that it may level the ground and resemble forbidden labor. The discussion contrasts lenient and stringent views, explains why paved floors are treated differently, and examines concerns of inevitability versus intention.The episode also covers practical allowances, such as using soft materials (cloths,

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00:15:23

MB 337:1 – Unintended Consequences on Shabbat: When...

Dirshu Mishnah Berurah ·

2025/12/14

This episode opens Siman 337 and explores the laws of unintended consequences on Shabbat. Using ploughing as the model case, it explains when an action is permitted if a prohibited result is not intended—and when it becomes forbidden if that result is inevitable. Practical cases include dragging furniture across dirt or grass, watering dusty floors, and ploughing via animals. The key distinction is between a possible side-effect (permitted) and an unavoidable one (prohibited), with clear guidance

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00:17:17

MB 336.12 – MB 336.13 – When Trees Become Off-Limits...

Dirshu Mishnah Berurah ·

2025/12/12

In this episode, we finish the siman discussing plants and trees on Shabbos, beginning with the laws of dried fruits still attached to dried or living branches. Even when fruit appears detached for tumah, halachically it is still considered attached for Shabbos regarding plucking. We review cases where plants take root in odd locations—like onions under collapsed debris—and when removing them creates biblical liability.The second half focuses on the rules of using trees: direct use is prohibited,

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