The Merit of Whole in Blessing
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Question
We find that there is a law and merit to bless on a "whole" regarding bread or fruits. The question is whether there is the same law regarding other foods like candy or chicken and patties, and if there is a source for such a ruling. Additionally, is it a law or just an initial preference as an enhancement in blessing?
Answer
Shalom Rav
The merit of 'whole' applies not only to something whole in its natural state, like a fruit, but also to something made by man. As explained, there is a law of 'whole' in a loaf of bread.
Therefore, a whole candy or patty is preferable to broken or cut ones.
However, a piece of chicken is always a piece, as a whole chicken is not eaten.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 168
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