May one speak on the phone while in the bathroom?

Author: Rabbi Yaakov GoldsteinPublished: August 11, 2026

May one speak on the phone while in the bathroom?[1] Based on Kabala, it is forbidden to speak in a bathroom at all, even if the other person is not present. Thus, one may not speak on the phone or even read aloud while using the bathroom. [1] See Piskeiy

May one speak on the phone while in the bathroom?[1]

Based on Kabala, it is forbidden to speak in a bathroom at all, even if the other person is not present. Thus, one may not speak on the phone or even read aloud while using the bathroom.

[1] See Piskeiy Teshuvos 3:3 and “Sparks of Kabala” below

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