Obligation of Escorting During the Introduction of a Torah Scroll
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Question
When passing by the introduction of a Torah scroll, am I obligated to escort it?
Answer
If passing by on the street, one should escort it for four cubits, but if one is at home or in the synagogue, there is no need to escort.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Yoreh De'ah, Siman 282
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