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Rosh Chodesh

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Rosh Chodesh: (lit. “head of the month”) one or two semi-festive days marking the beginning of each month

	How does a Jewish woman celebrate Rosh Chodesh? By Chana Weisberg Chana Question: What is the appropriate way for a Jewish woman to celebrate Rosh Chodesh? I would like to start this tradition, as I have two little girls and I think that it would be wonderful to do this together. Answer: Rosh Chodesh, the day (or days) ... Ask the Rabbi » Latest Questions » The Details » How does a Jewish woman celebrate Rosh Chodesh?
	What is so special about Rosh Chodesh? By Yossi Braun What's the big deal about Rosh Chodesh, the "New Moon," when the moon is hardly visible; shouldn't we celebrate instead the middle of the month when the moon is round and perfect? Ask the Rabbi » Latest Questions » The Details » What is so special about Rosh Chodesh?
	Why do we remove tefillin on Rosh Chodesh before Musaf? By Baruch S. Davidson Indeed it is customary to remove the tefillin on Rosh Chodesh before starting the Musaf prayer. Two reasons are given for this practice: 1) In many communities, the liturgy for the Musaf kedushah begins with the words "Keter Yitnu L'cha," ("A crown is ... Ask the Rabbi » Latest Questions » The Details » Why do we remove tefillin on Rosh Chodesh before Musaf?
	Why is Rosh Chodesh sometimes one day and sometimes two? By Naftali Silberberg The practice of the Sanhedrin in ancient times is the reason for Rosh Chodesh being one or two days -- depending on the month. Ask the Rabbi » Latest Questions » The Details » Why is Rosh Chodesh sometimes one day and sometimes two?
	On which days is it forbidden to shave? By Menachem Posner Question: During which holidays or times of mourning on the Jewish calendar year can I not shave? Also, when a family member passes away, for how many days/months is the mourner forbidden to shave? Answer: Before responding to your question, a few ... Ask the Rabbi » Latest Questions » The Details » On which days is it forbidden to shave?

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