Is it a proper practice (minhag) for pious individuals to fast on every Erev Shabbat?
Synopsis
The Shulchan Aruch records that it is the practice of pious individuals (anshei ma'aseh) to fast every Erev Shabbat. Major authorities debate whether this is appropriate or whether fasting on Erev Shabbat is actually forbidden, except for those who have sensitive digestion.
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