May one take even a brief nap (sheinat arai) while wearing tefillin on the head and arm?
Synopsis
The Mechaber rules that one may not nap at all while wearing tefillin, due to concern for unintentional flatulence. The Rosh and Ri permit a brief nap, and the Vilna Gaon leans toward their view.
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If one covers his tefillin with a cloth (soodar) and his wife is not present, may he nap while wearing them?
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