Leaning on a Tree on Shabbat

Rabbinical prohibitions on Shabbos

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Question

We had a debate about whether it is permissible to lean on a tree on Shabbat. What does the rabbi say?

Answer

Shalom Rav,

Leaning on a stable tree that does not move because you are leaning on it is permitted only for a healthy person who does not really need the tree, and does not lean on it with all his strength, in such a way that if the tree were removed, he would fall.

However, for a weak person who needs the tree as support, and for a strong person who leans on it with all his strength, or a less stable tree that wobbles upon contact, it is forbidden to lean on it on Shabbat.

Source

Shulchan Aruch (Orach Chaim, Siman 336, Se'if 13).

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