Is there a distinction between sleeping when one could be learning Torah and sleeping when one is already too weary to learn?

Is it permitted to take an afternoon nap (shenat hatzohoraim) to enable Torah study?

2 opinions

What is the maximum permitted duration of an afternoon nap?

2 opinions

Must one recite the blessing 'Elohai neshamah' upon waking from an afternoon nap?

2 opinions

Should one recite 'Yehi noam' (Psalm 90:17 ff.) before an afternoon nap?

4 opinions

Is eating or drinking for one's own pleasure (without intent for the sake of Heaven) praiseworthy or permissible?

3 opinions

Is sitting with righteous people, standing in holy places, or walking in upright counsel praiseworthy if done for personal enjoyment rather than for the sake of Heaven?

3 opinions

What must be the intent for marital relations (tashmish)? Is fulfilling desire or procreating for one's own benefit acceptable?

3 opinions

What intent is required for conversation and speech, including discussing words of wisdom?

3 opinions