Second Day of Yom Tov - Diaspora Jew Staying in Israel
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Question
B'SD Hello. I live abroad and visit Israel annually for several months. I have an apartment in Israel. According to the Sephardic custom, should I observe two days of Yom Tov or one day? Especially regarding Shavuot. Thank you.
Answer
Hello,
You should observe two days, as is the law for a Diaspora Jew.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 496
According to the instructions of the Gaon, Rabbi Ovadia Fried, shlita
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