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1)
The prohibition of lying applies not only to speaking untruths with the
mouth, but also to writing untruths in letters, newspapers etc.
(See
Chofetz Chaim Klal 1 Se'if 18 and Pischei Teshuva Choshen Mishpat Siman
34. If lies are printed and distributed there is an additional sin of
being a "Choti U'Machti Es HaRabim, sinning and causing others to sin as
well", see Shulchan Aruch and Mishna Berura Orach Chaim Siman 307:16
for more details)
Likewise,
lying via a gesture with the hand or eyes is also prohibited.
(See Chofetz Chaim Klal 1 Se'if 18 and Sefer Chasidim Siman 1058)
2)
Even if the lying is done in jest and/or without malicious intent, it
is still prohibited. (See Mesilas Yesharim Perek 11 and Chofetz
Chaim inSfas Tamim Perek 6 and Pele Yoetz, "Sheker".
However, if it is evident to everyone that what was said is a joke and
isn't true, there may be room for leniency)
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Reader Submitted Questions of interest
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questions are taken directly from the Sifrei HaPoskim, and aren't my
own, they are still for study purposes only, NOT for Psak Halacha.
If I got a new cutting board
made from bamboo, should it be toiveled before using?
Answer:
Wood utensils do not require tevilah.
Our holy sages, the Chazal tell us
תנא דבי אליהו כל השונה הלכות בכל
יום מובטח לו שהוא בן עולם הבא, שנאמר הליכות עולם לו, אל תקרי הליכות
אלא הלכות -
one who studies [at least two] Halachos daily is assured a portion in
Olam Haba - the world to come. (:מגילה כ"ח )
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