Should one cut the bread before or after the blessing on Shabbat?
Synopsis
On Shabbat, one should not cut the loaf before the blessing to preserve the integrity of the two loaves; if done inadvertently, it does not invalidate the blessing.
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At what point in the loaf should one cut the piece for HaMotzi blessing?
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