Flavored Cigarettes During a Fast
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Question
Is it permissible to smoke flavored cigarettes with a capsule that is crushed to release the flavor during a fast?
Answer
Hello,
It is forbidden to smoke during a fast.
Someone who is very accustomed and finds it difficult may be lenient and smoke only in private.
However, if there is a permission, flavored cigarettes are also allowed.
Source
Mishnah Berurah, Siman 550, S"K 8) Out of respect and pleasure - it is forbidden to smoke tobacco (called reicherin) even during the four fasts, and certainly on Tisha B'Av. etc. Therefore, if someone finds it difficult, who is very accustomed, one may be lenient after midday in private at home.
According to the instructions of the Gaon, Rabbi Ovadia Fried, shlita