Obligation of the Pre-Fast Meal
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Question
Is the pre-fast meal an absolute obligation? What is the implication for someone who has vowed not to eat: must they annul their vow for the pre-fast meal, or is it not required?
Answer
Shalom Rav,
From the words of the poskim, it appears that it is not an obligation, but one who has vowed not to eat should annul their vow so as not to weaken from the fast and come to danger.
Source
See Shulchan Aruch, Siman 552, Se'if 11
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