Shabbat Sponge
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Question
Hello, Is it permissible to use a Shabbat sponge, and if so, which one?
Answer
Hello
The general rule is that an item that does not absorb and does not hold water, because it has relatively large cavities, is permissible to use for washing dishes.
However, if the item holds water inside, even if the fibers themselves do not absorb, it is prohibited due to the rabbinic prohibition of squeezing.
Therefore, each type should be examined individually.