Ep. 97 - Laws of the Zimun (Invitation) for the Blessing After Meals - 1 [Siman 45]

In this episode of the Everyday Judaism Podcast, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe begins Siman 45 of the Kitzur Shulchan Aruch, teaching the laws of Zimun — the formal invitation to recite Birkas Hamazon together. The episode explains when Zimun is required (three or more men or women who ate together), the preferred use of a cup of wine for the leader, practical details about the kos (cup), how to remedy blemished wine, proper etiquette when holding the cup, and who should lead the Zimun when participants are of equal stature. The rabbi covers the first five Halachot and plans to continue the topic the following week.List of Topics Discussed:Introduction to Zimun as an invitation to recite Birkas Hamazon collectivelyDifference between ancient practice and modern custom regarding leading Birkas HamazonWhen Zimon is required (three or more participants)Reciting Zimon over a cup of wine (or chamar medina alternatives)Using a cup even when benching alone (for those who are scrupulous)Rules of pogom (blemished) wine and how to remedy itPhysical requirements of the cup of blessing (complete, clean, held properly)Table etiquette before Birkas Hamazon (clearing dishes, removing or covering knives)Determining who leads the Zimon (Kohen, Torah scholar, mourner, generous person)The episode concludes with a transition to the Ask Away Series._____________The Everyday Judaism Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way._____________This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Marshall & Doreen LernerDownload & Print the Everyday Judaism Halacha Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RL-PideM42B_LFn6pbrk8MMU5-zqlLG5This episode of the Everyday Judaism Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Marshall & Doreen Lerner! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studio (B) to a live audience on April 26, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 27, 2026_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area!_____________#Halacha, #Jewishlaw, #blessings, #Kitzur, #Halacha, #Zimun, #BirkasHamazon, #GraceAfterMeals ★ Support this podcast ★