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Playing on a Phone on Shabbat

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Question

For: Shabbat, for all reasons
Subject: Reading, writing and games on Shabbat
Question: Is it permitted to play on a phone without internet?

Answer

Peace and blessings 

It is forbidden to make phone calls or to turn on / open the phone at all on Shabbat.

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