Using an Hourglass on Shabbat

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Question

In the children's game Elias, there is a small hourglass, and each team needs to finish before the sand runs out. Is it permissible to use this hourglass on Shabbat?

Answer

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It is forbidden to use an hourglass on Shabbat.

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 308, Mishnah Berurah, Seif Katan 165.

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