Electronic Cigarette on the Fast of Gedaliah
Question
Why isn’t it allowed to use an e-cigarette on the Fast of Gedaliah?And if someone’s really used to it and feels bad without it, can it be allowed then?
Answer
Shalom uVracha,
- Since an electronic cigarette is considered a liquid rather than smoke, it’s forbidden to use it on a fast.
- No.
(Only a regular cigarette is sometimes allowed for someone really used to it and finding it very hard to go without — and even then, only discreetly.)
Source
Azmera Leshimcha 254
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