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Question
Does the Torah scroll count for the minion if only nine men are present?
Where is this documented?
Answer
Shalom uvracha,
It is considered a minyan to read the Torah only if there are ten men.
See Mishna Masechet Megila (4;3).
All the best!
Rabbi Daniel Kirsch
Rabbi Daniel Kirsch studied for many years at the famed Mercaz HaRav yeshiva in Jerusalem. He currently lives in Kedumim in the Shomron, where he studies at the yeshiva and teaches classes for adults. In addition, he teaches at an elementary school.
