Borei Nefashot Blessing After Drinking Water Without Thirst

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Question

The Shehakol blessing for drinking water is said only if one is thirsty. What is the ruling regarding the Borei Nefashot blessing after drinking without thirst? Should one recite it?

Answer

Shalom Rav

One does not recite either the first blessing or the last blessing.

The reason is that drinking without thirst does not provide enjoyment. There is no enjoyment in drinking water except for quenching thirst.

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 204, Sif 7

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