Mashing Shemitah Fruits
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Question
Q. Is it permitted to mash, for the sake of a sick person, an elderly person, or a child, foods that are not normally mashed for a healthy person?
Answer
A. It is permitted to mash foods for the needs of a sick person, an elderly person, and a child, even fruits that are not normally mashed for a healthy person.
Source
M. Rambam (Shemita 5:3; Terumot 11:2); Chazon Ish (Shevi'it, siman 25, se'if katan 32); Seder HaShevi'it from the Chazon Ish (section 9); Zimra Leshimkha (Shemitah, issue 3).
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