Intention for the sake of holiness when separating attached letters in a Torah scroll
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Question
Hello, is it necessary to have the intention for the sake of holiness [for the sanctity of the Torah scroll] when separating attached letters in a Torah scroll?
Answer
Hello,
Initially, one should have the intention for the sake of holiness. If one did not have this intention, it is valid post facto.
Source
Mishnah Berurah, Siman 32, Subparagraph 93, and see also Mishnah Berurah, Siman 32, Subparagraph 17 and Siman 39, Subparagraph 10. And Mikdash Me'at, RAD.