Studying Literature on Shabbat
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Question
Is it permissible to study literature on Shabbat for an exam on religious topics, such as a hymn on the synagogue roof? And what is the ruling on things that are not religious but just stories to read and analyze or without analysis?
Answer
Shalom
According to the law, one may be lenient.
Therefore, it is permitted for girls.
However, for boys, a God-fearing person should be stringent and not study anything on Shabbat that is not religious.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Siman 307, Se'if 17
Mishnah Berurah, Se'if Katan 65
And there are those who permit - and it is customary to be lenient, and it is written in Aruch HaShulchan that a God-fearing person should be stringent in this