Closing a screen on which the Name of Hashem appears
This question and answer were automatically translated using our trained AI and have not yet been reviewed by a qualified rabbi. Please treat this translation with caution.
Go to original →
Question
The Name of Hashem, Y‑K‑V‑K, written on a screen
Is this considered “written”?
Is it permitted to close a document when this is displayed on the screen?
Is it permitted to enter a page when I know it will be displayed and I will have to close it?
Is this considered “written”?
Is it permitted to close a document when this is displayed on the screen?
Is it permitted to enter a page when I know it will be displayed and I will have to close it?
Answer
Shalom u-vracha,
One should close it in a respectful manner.
For example, open another document that “covers” the Name, and afterwards, when the window with the Name is covered, close that tab.
Comments
Have an additional question on this topic or need clarification? Leave your comment below. (Please note that the comment will not be published but will be sent directly to the answering Rabbi for review and a private response)
