Sailing on Thursday to Move to Israel?

Honoring Shabbos

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Question

Thank God, we are traveling to Israel. My husband is not allowed to fly, so we are sailing on a ship. The departure date is Friday. Is there a halachic issue with this?

Answer

Hello, welcome. In sailing for the purpose of a mitzvah, there is no prohibition even on the eve of Shabbat. Regarding moving to Israel for permanent residence, it is certainly considered a mitzvah. If it is only a visit, there is a dispute whether it is considered a mitzvah to permit sailing on Thursday.

Source

Shulchan Aruch (Orach Chaim, Siman 248); Mishnah Berurah (ibid).

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