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Tearing a Bag with Writing on Shabbat

Question

Is it permissible to tear a bag with writing on it on Shabbat to remove the contents, such as a bun or challah, if it will definitely tear letters?

Answer

Tear between the letters.

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 314

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