Tachanun when there is no Sefer Torah
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Question
Do we perform 'Nefilat Apayim' in Tachanun when there is no Sefer Torah?
Answer
If there are sacred books present, 'Nefilat Apayim' is performed, and a Chumash suffices for this, but a Siddur does not suffice.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 131, Mishnah Berurah, S.K. 11, Azmera Leshimcha.
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