Halachos of Chatzitzah

Concerning Mikvah Immersion, N’tilas Yodayim, Wearing Tefillin, And Immersing UtensilsALSO INCLUDES: The Halachos Of Brochos For These Mitzvos, And The General Halachos Of N’tilas Yodayim The halachos of chatzitzah are of practical importance for every Jew. This book discusses the various situations when Jewish law requires that there be no interposition between two things, because such a separation would interfere with fulfilling the mitzvah. MIKVAH: An informative chapter on chatzitzos that may invalidate mikvah immersion, such as: Skin problems – acne, blisters, peeling skin Common objects – contact lenses, ink stains, makeup Medical/dental issues – IV catheter, braces, tooth extractions N’TILAS YODAYIM: In addition to a comprehensive explanation of the halachos of n’tilas yodayim, this section details circumstances that would be problematic or constitute a chatzitzah when ritually washing one’s hands: Intervening objects – rings, cuts, bandages, splinters  Touching another’s han