Washing Hands After Tearing Skin
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Question
Hello, If a person tears a piece of their skin (for example, on a finger), but does not completely remove it, only partially tearing the skin and leaving it loose in the air. In such a case, is the person required to wash their hands before a blessing/prayer?
Answer
Hello
Even if you completely tear off the skin, there is no obligation to wash hands.
Washing is prescribed for those who cut their nails, not for those who tear skin.
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