What declaration should be made when viewing the Torah scroll?
Synopsis
The Mechaber requires recitation of 'V'zot HaTorah' and the verse 'Torah of the Lord is Perfect'; the Mishnah Berurah adds that this should be said only when facing the actual writing.
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