This introduction is based on the Shulchan Aruch: Shin Mem Hey: Sif Beis (345:2). A Tel HaMislaket is a hillside which has a steep slope and can be used as a wall.   This particular slope is based on the Talmudic definition for a Tel HaMislaket of “within a distance of four Amos [cubits] the rise of the hill […]

This introduction is based on the Shulchan Aruch: Shin Shamech Beis (345). A mechitza is a wall or fence. Requirements The minimum height of a mechitza is 10 tefachim from the ground. The bottom of a mechitza must be connected to the ground. A mechitza can not sway in a common wind. Measurements 1 tefach […]