Fruit of the Vine

A complete guide to the laws of wine throughout the Jewish yearWine occupies a unique place in halachah. From its distinctive berachah to its role in the observance of Shabbos and Yom Tov, the laws governing wine and grape juice touch upon many aspects of Jewish life.In Fruit of the Vine (Pri Gafni), Rabbi Shaya Friedman presents a comprehensive treatment of these halachos, from Kiddush and Havdalah to the four cups at the Pesach Seder and the obligation to drink on Purim. Additional topics include kos shel berachah, chamar medinah, yayin nesech, and the proper berachos on wine and grape juice.Designed for both practical reference and in-depth study, the sefer features a distinctive two-part structure. Clear, concise halachic rulings appear in the upper portion of each page, while the accompanying commentary, Shorshei Hagefen, explores the sources and reasoning behind each ruling. Drawing upon the Gemara, Rishonim, Acharonim, and contemporary poskim, the commentary provides a thorough examination of each sugya, together with relevant insights and practical applications.Fruit of the Vine offers readers both a clear understanding of the practical halachos and an appreciation of the depth and richness of the sugyos upon which they are based.