May an eruv techumin be sent via an agent, and who is qualified to serve as agent?
Synopsis
An eruv may be sent via a competent agent. A deaf-mute, imbecile, minor, non-Jew, or one who doesn't believe in eruv cannot serve as agent. If a second person receives from such an agent, the eruv is valid.
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