Washing Hands During a Meal
Question
Is it necessary to wash hands like before a meal if one goes to the restroom during the meal?
Answer
Hello Rabbi
Yes. It is necessary to wash hands according to the law.
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Smicha "Yoreh-Yoreh" (2012), Rav Amram Fried's Beit Horaah
Orach Chaim, Yoreh Deah
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Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 164, Se'if 2
One who stands during a meal and remembers touching the thigh, leg, or other covered parts of the body, or scratching the head and similar actions, (and in places soiled with sweat) (Responsa of Ramban, Siman 155 /195/), must wash his hands again,
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