Harchakot of Niddah: Difference between revisions
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#This restriction was specifically to the usage of the other's bed, a designated chair or recliner is not included in this prohibition.<ref>Taharat Habayit (vol. 2, pg. 135)</ref> | #This restriction was specifically to the usage of the other's bed, a designated chair or recliner is not included in this prohibition.<ref>Taharat Habayit (vol. 2, pg. 135)</ref> | ||
#Although usage of her bed is prohibited even not in her presence, if the wife is away from town for a couple of days, the husband may make use of her bed.<ref>Pitchei Teshuva (Yoreh Deah 195:90), Badei Hashulchan (Yoreh Deah 195:77), Taharat Yosef (3:25)</ref> | #Although usage of her bed is prohibited even not in her presence, if the wife is away from town for a couple of days, the husband may make use of her bed.<ref>Pitchei Teshuva (Yoreh Deah 195:90), Badei Hashulchan (Yoreh Deah 195:77), Taharat Yosef (3:25)</ref> | ||
# | #Sitting or standing upon her bed in order to reach something held above is permitted, as this is not classified as an act of closeness.<ref>The Laws of Niddah (Rabbi Nacson, pg. 36) from Mishmeret Hataharah (195:59) </ref> | ||
#The husband additionally may not use linen or pillows designated exclusively for his wife's use.<ref>Taharat Habayit (vol. 2, pg. 135), Badei Hashulchan (195:82)</ref> | #The husband additionally may not use linen or pillows designated exclusively for his wife's use.<ref>Taharat Habayit (vol. 2, pg. 135), Badei Hashulchan (195:82)</ref> He may however use his wife's body towel, as the aforementioned requirements apply solely to bedding.<ref>Taharat Habayit (vol.2, pg. 86)</ref> | ||
#The couple may not switch | #The couple may not switch mattresses during this period.<ref>Badei Hashulchan (195:81)</ref> | ||
==Separating Beds== | ==Separating Beds== | ||
