Rosh Chodesh: Do We Have to Make a Special Meal?

Quiz

1 - Is there an obligation to have a special meal as on Yom Tov?

• Yes, because the Torah compares Rosh Chodesh to the festivals.
• No, in this respect it is like a regular weekday.
• No, but it is regarded as a mitzvah to do so.

2 - Is there an obligation to eat bread at the meal?

• No, but it is good to do so.
• Yes.
• Depends on how hungry you are.

3 - If Rosh Chodesh is on Shabbat, what should you do?

• Nothing extra, you already have a special meal.
• Make an extra dish in honor of Rosh Chodesh.
• Have a whole extra meal.