Touching a Tree on Shabbat
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Question
Is a tree considered muktzeh, and is it permissible to touch it?
Answer
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A tree is indeed considered muktzeh, but there is no prohibition against touching a tree if it is not moved, just as there is no prohibition against touching any muktzeh if it is not moved.
Source
Shulchan Aruch (Orach Chaim, Siman 311, סעיף 13).
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