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Law of Nakedness in Minors

Question

Hello, Regarding the blessing in front of covered areas of nakedness, from what age do these laws apply? From age 12 or even before? - From what age? - Is everything that is considered nakedness in an adult the same for a minor?

Answer

Hello, 

It is important to ensure not to say words of holiness in front of an uncovered area from the age of 3, and some are lenient from the age of 6. 



Answered 15 May 2025 How answers are reviewed
Rabbi Israel Cohen
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Smicha "Yoreh-Yoreh" (2012), Rav Amram Fried's Beit Horaah
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