1. The definition of a Nefel

1. The definition of a Nefel:[1] A Nefel refers to a child who was born dead [i.e. stillborn], or who was born prematurely and then died.[2] Practically, any child who died within thirty days of birth, is suspected to have been born prematurely, as explained in the background below. Throughout […]

4. Meis Mitzvah:

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1. Background of laws of impurity:

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8. Leaving the cemetery:

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7. After the burial:

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