Questions tagged [family-members]

Questions pertaining to family members

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Does one have to respect his grandfather?

Does one have to respect his grandfather as an extension of kivud av va'em or for any other reason?
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The importance of family

Do the Sources anywhere specifically stress the importance of family in general? Maintaining ties with family members, even though they may live far away, seeking long-lost cousins, having reunions, cultivating and prioritizing these relationships,…
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May a husband make a suit in beis din on behalf of his wife?

If a wife is uncomfortable suing someone that owes her alone money, but she is willing to be a witness, may the husband file suit against the person that wronged her?
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Geneology - Mechon Yochsin

I'm looking to do some family research and have heard about a so called Mechon Yochsin in Boro Park. Does anyone know their contact information, I can't seem to find it online. Also, are there any other resources that are beneficial, other than the…
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breaking a 'soul tie' with family members

Is there such a 'thing' as a 'soul tie' between people, be it family or otherwise. Can we dissassemble a soul tie? If so, how is this done?
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