Loan for the Honor of Shabbat That I Cannot Repay
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Question
I want to take a loan for the needs of Shabbat, but I know that I probably won't be able to repay it. Is this allowed?
Answer
It is generally stated, "Borrow on My account, and I will repay," but the Mishnah Berurah writes that if one estimates that he cannot repay, it is forbidden to borrow.
Source
Shulchan Aruch (Orach Chaim, Siman 242, סעיף 1); Mishnah Berurah (סק"א).
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