What is the maximum duration of permitted sheinat arai (brief nap) while wearing tefillin?
Synopsis
There is a dispute whether sheinat arai has a measurable time limit. The Magen Avraham and Mishnah Berurah record two views: no set measure, and the time to walk 100 amot. The GRA adopts the 100-amot measure.
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May one take even a brief nap (sheinat arai) while wearing tefillin on the head and arm?
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