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Including a Non-Shabbat Observer in a Minyan

Question

Can a non-Shabbat observer be included in a minyan?

Answer

If he does not publicly desecrate Shabbat in front of a respected person, it is permissible.

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 55, Se'if 11 (see also Biur Halacha, Siman 199, Se'if 1, s.v. am ha'aretz).

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