From the Rav’s Desk: Shaalos Veteshuvos on Mincha Erev Shabbos & More

Davening Mincha after accepting Tosefes Shabbos:[1]

One may Daven Mincha even after accepting Tosefes Shabbos, and so is the widespread custom.[2] However, once one has accepted Itzumo Shel Yom [such as Davening Maariv] he may no longer Daven Mincha.[3]

[1] Implication of Admur Seder Hachnasas Shabbos who allows Davening Mincha even after sunset; P”M 263 A”A 28 that if he did not say Barchu, he may still Daven Mincha; Tehila Ledavid 263:8; Mishmeres Shalom 26:23; Eretz Tzevi 1:60; Minchas Yitzchak 9:20; Piskeiy Teshuvos 263:41; See Admur 393:2 regarding the difference between accepting Tosefes Shabbos and Itzumo Shel Yom

Other opinions: Some write one is to be particular to Daven Mincha before accepting Tosefes Shabbos. [SSH”K 46:5]

[2] The reason: As accepting Tosefes Shabbos is only regarding the Mitzvah of Melacha and not regarding

[3] Admur 263:23; Michaber 263:15; Mordechai 296; Hagahos Maimanis 5 Reish

When on Erev Shabbos is one to tidy the home?

Some Poskim[1] mention that the tidying of the house should be done close to Plag Hamincha, as opposed to the morning or too close to Shabbos.

[1] Shaareiy Teshuvah 262:1; Kaf Hachaim 262:20 in name of Birkeiy Yosef

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