The Eight Minute Halacha With Rabbi Melamed

Unintentionally wearing Shatnez # 5

wearing shatnez unintentionally. Can I try something on that might have shatnez.”

Checking for Shatnez: Rabbi Yosef Melamed # 4

When is it necessary to check for Shatnez? Can I wear my suit before it’s been checked?

Recycled Fibers: Shatnez # 3

Recycled Fibers and the laws of Shatnez

The Forbidden Hat: The Laws of Shatnez # 2

Can a black hat be shatnez? We discussed the materials. But how do the wool and linen need to be combined to be problematic? Is it Sewing, twisting or weaving that creates the Shatnez?

The Case of the Cashmere Coat — the Laws of Shatnez # 1

The Torah forbids wearing a garment mixed with wool and linen. The Halachos are very relevant, but also very obscure. The very first question to address is, which materials consist of Shatnez? Is it only wool and linen, or is it broader? Join R’ Melamed as he explores and elucidates these Halachos.