Going to a Mixed Beach
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Question
I went to a quiet mixed beach several times and kept my eyes guarded. Did I do the right thing? There was no regular beach in my area, and even when there is, my friends only want mixed. (I am returning to religion)
Answer
Hello
It is forbidden to go to a mixed beach, as it is impossible to avoid forbidden sights. Since there are separate beaches, it is considered that there is 'another way', and one who goes there is called 'wicked'.
However, even if there is no other beach, it is forbidden to go there, because it is impossible to avoid looking intentionally.
Source
Bava Batra 57b:
And closes his eyes from seeing evil - Rabbi Chiya bar Abba said: This is one who does not look at women when they are standing by the laundry. How is this possible? If there is another way, he is wicked!