Handling a Mezuzah that Fell on Shabbat
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Question
A mezuzah fell on Shabbat, is it permitted to pick it up?
Answer
It is forbidden to pick it up with one's hand, but it may be moved with one's body, such as with the elbow, etc.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 308
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