Smoking on Yom Tov
Question
Shalom and blessings, is it permitted to smoke a cigarette on a holiday? Of course, lighting from a candle or another cigarette
Answer
Shalom and blessings
In our times, it is forbidden to smoke on Yom Tov.
Because it is not considered a pleasure that is equal for everyone.
Source
Gemara, Beitza 22b
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim 511:4
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