Up to where should one wash hands
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Question
Is it sufficient in the morning hand washing to wash only up to the fingertips?
Answer
Hello,
Ideally, one should wash the entire hand.
Only if there is no water available, one may wash up to the fingertips.
Source
Mishnah Berurah, Siman 4, S"K 9
Ideally, wash up to the elbow, but if there is no water, washing up to the knuckles is sufficient.
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