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- Shabbat and Holidays
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- Cleaning and Hygiene
Question
What are the practical halachos regarding use of a sponge (the kitchen implement) on Shabbat and Yom Tov?
Answer
A sponge can't be used for cleaning dishes on Shabbat, a synthetic brush or similar utensils can be used instead. (Shmirat Shabbat Kehilchata 12:10, 11)
Paper towel on Shabbat
Various Rabbis |
Contact Lenses on Shabbat
Rabbi David Sperling | Shevat 27, 5772
Washing Dishes on Shabbat
Rabbi Elchanan Lewis | 26 Tammuz 5765
