Passing Through Electric Gate on Shabbat

DVR

This question and answer were automatically translated using our trained AI and have not yet been reviewed by a qualified rabbi. Please treat this translation with caution.
go to original →

Question

Hello, I am traveling abroad, and in the building where I will be staying, there is an electric code lock on the main gate, and only the main gate has lighting that turns on automatically. Is there an issue if I pass through the gate together with a non-Jew who is passing at the same time? I understand that many people pass through the gate. Thank you very much.

Answer

Hello, 

When the non-Jew opens the door and passes through it for his own needs, you are also permitted to pass there. 

However, care should be taken that he does not open it for you. 

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 276

Comments

Have an additional question on this topic or need clarification? Leave your comment below. (Please note that the comment will not be published but will be sent directly to the answering Rabbi for review and a private response)

Please sign up or log in to submit your comment

Become our patrners in supporting and spreading the Torah
Help us answer more questions faster and better
Join the mission
More questions in this category
Kiddush in the place of meal
Honoring Shabbos
Benefitting from forbidden activities on Shabbos