Concern of Killing Ants While Walking on Shabbat
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Question
Is it permissible to walk home on Shabbat if you know for certain that you will kill some ants along the way?
Answer
If you do not know where the ants are, there is no need to worry and you are not required to check the ground while walking. However, if you know for certain that there are ants, it is forbidden to walk there.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 336.
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