Sleeping on Shabbat for the Purpose of Work After Shabbat
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Question
Is it permissible to sleep on Shabbat because I know I have work late into the night after Shabbat?
Answer
It is permissible, but one should not say on Shabbat that they are sleeping to have strength for after Shabbat. Instead, say that you are sleeping for the delight of Shabbat.
Source
Shulchan Aruch (Orach Chaim, Siman 290, סעיף א) Mishnah Berurah (subparagraph 4).
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