Sewage Smell During the Amidah
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Question
Started the Amidah, and in the middle, a strong sewage smell appeared. What is the ruling?
Answer
If there was a strong smell, do not continue. Move to a place without the smell and continue the Amidah.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 90
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