From the Rav’s Desk: Washing hands after intimacy

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Washing hands after intimacy

Question: [Wednesday 18th Sivan 5780]

How soon after a couple is together must they wash neggel vasser (and sprinkle water on the floor)?

Answer:

The washing should be done as soon as possible as whenever we wash to remove impurity, the washing is to be done right away. Likewise, one may fall asleep.

Sources: Magen Avraham 4:18; Seder Hayom Kavanas Neilas Yadayim; Elya Raba 4:12; Peri Megadim 4:18; Kaf Hachaim 4:63; M”B 4:38; Sheyikadesh Atzmo 39:2 [that this applies even if he remains touching his wife afterwards for the half hour period]; Omitted by Admur. Vetzaruch Iyun.

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