Redemption of the Firstborn Before the Circumcision
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Question
A premature baby was born and has not yet undergone circumcision and is in an incubator. Should a redemption of the firstborn be performed?
Answer
The redemption of the firstborn is performed before the circumcision.
Source
Shach Yoreh De'ah, Siman 35, in the name of Shu"t Maharshal
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