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Our cat had to be euthanized after it was determined by numerous sources that the pet was undergoing severe discomfort, pain, and suffering. Due to a possible rabies situation, the vet was required (according to law) the cat had to be cremated and tested for rabies. What should be done with the cremated remains? Should the remains be buried in a pet cemetery? I am understanding that it should not receive a grave stone and not be mourned like a human. Could the cremated remains be kept in a Jewish home or would burying be more appropriate? Thanks

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Is there any etymological relation between the words chametz and matzah? They do share the מ and the צ in that order in common. But the letter ח is normally not a modifier in the Hebrew language.

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Some Poskim rule Marit Ayin is an issur d’oraita, according to this view are noahides or ger toshavs prohibited from Marit ayin in mitzvoth they are commanded regarding

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Does a voluntary prayer ever become a mandatory one? For the past several years, I’ve been praying to G-d in my own words in English for something I have wanted very much. G-d has still not answered my prayers. I have lost nearly all hope that G-d will grant my wishes or that what I am praying for is meant to be. I still fully believe in G-d, though I have come to the conclusion G-d has not intended for my wish to come true. At first my prayers were heartfelt, but now I am just rushing through it as part of my daily routine that I say in identical, memorized words each day. I am tired of taking the time out of my day to recite this prayer and I feel like quitting. But I am afraid if I quit, I am going down the ladder.