6. Pidyon Haben of a Nefel:

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6. Pidyon Haben:[1]

Dies prior to 31st day:[2] If a firstborn child who is obligated in Pidyon Haben died prior to the 31st day from birth then he does not need to be redeemed.

Dies after 30 days:[3] If the firstborn child who is obligated in Pidyon Haben died past the 30th day from birth then he must be redeemed. He is to be with a blessing, however without the blessing of Shehechiyanu.[4] He is to be redeemed prior to the burial. [In the event that he was not redeemed prior to the burial, then he needs to be redeemed after the burial.[5]]

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[1] See Michaber and Rama 305:12; Pidyon Haben Kehilchaso 1:31; 9:34-36

[2] Michaber 305:12; Mishneh Bechors 49a

[3] Rama 305:12; Mishneh Bechors 49a; Bechoros 51b

[4] Rama ibid; See Pidyon Haben Kehilchaso 9:35-36 for the full order of such a Pidyon

[5] Radbaz 187

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