Practical Q&A

May one ask a gentile to untie a temporary knot in a time of need? Even if the knot is meant to last for more than 7 days, it is allowed to be done.[1] However it requires further analysis if this applies even according to Admur/Taz[2].   May one make […]

An amateur knot

When making an amateur knot must one have in mind to undo it within 24 hours?[1] If the knot is a type of knot which is at times opened within 24 hours, and certainly if it is meant to constantly be opened, then there is no need for one to […]

A professional knot

What is considered a professionally made knot?[1] Any strong knot which is tightly tied there is doubt that perhaps it is considered a professional knot. Double knots: Therefore [strong] double knots are forbidden to be tied or untied unless in a case of pain when made to not last 24 […]

Summary

Biblically: It is only Biblically prohibited to tie or untie a knot if: At the time of making it one plans to let the knot remain tied for as long as it can possibly last and does not plan to ever untie it.[1] According to some opinions there must also […]

6. Examples of Cases

This article is an excerpt from To purchase this Sefer, click here 6. Examples of Cases: A. Untying the rope that secures a cover to its vessel:[1] Seals that are on vessels, such as a chest of drawers, box and portable tower which have their covering tied to them with a […]