Episode 68: Why can't we use our phones on Shabbos if it helps us feel less lonely?

About this episode

The episode explores questions about halacha, family dynamics, and the use of phones on Shabbos in relation to loneliness.

Questions explored in this episode: 1. Is it okay if I don't always agree what Israel does? (00:57) 2. What if I want to keep halacha but my family isn't so strict. Who do I follow? (05:47) 3. Why can't we use our phones on Shabbos if it helps us feel less lonely? (13:40) Submit your questions at www.jewishteentalk.com!

People in this episode

Hosts: Shua Naparstek, Bashie Naparstek

Topics covered

• Shabbos
• loneliness
• halacha
• Israel
• family dynamics

Keywords

• Shabbos
• phones
• loneliness
• halacha
• Israel
• family
• Jewish law

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Israel

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