Greeting Neighbors

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Question

I am about 30 years old, and in the building where I live, there are several elderly religious women aged 65/80. Is it permissible for me to greet them and say good morning and the like when I meet them in the building? Thank you

Answer

Shalom Rav

It is permissible to greet them and wish them good morning and the like. However, it is forbidden to ask 'how are you' and similar questions.

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Even HaEzer, Siman 21, Seif 6.

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