Working on Friday Afternoon

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Working Friday Afternoon

Leaving with Time to Prepare for Shabbat

Lenient Opinions

1. Others are Preparing for Shabbos

2. Making Extra Money for Shabbos

3. Financial Loss

4. Finishing a Job Under Compelling Circumstances

5. Transacting "Business" as Opposed to "Work"

6. Keeping Stores Open According to the Taz

7. Salaried Workers

The Ideal Situation

Telling The Boss

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