Using a Shelf Attached to a Tree on Shabbat
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Question
I have a shelf attached to a tree. Is it permissible to place items on it or take items from it on Shabbat?
Answer
Hello,
The question does not specify how the shelf is attached to the tree. If the shelf is directly attached to the tree, it is prohibited to use it, place items on it, or remove items from it. However, if the shelf is placed on a hook inserted into the tree, or in any other way attached to something else that is attached to the tree, it is permissible to use the shelf, both to place items on it and to remove items from it without any concern.
The question does not specify how the shelf is attached to the tree. If the shelf is directly attached to the tree, it is prohibited to use it, place items on it, or remove items from it. However, if the shelf is placed on a hook inserted into the tree, or in any other way attached to something else that is attached to the tree, it is permissible to use the shelf, both to place items on it and to remove items from it without any concern.
Source
Shulchan Aruch (Orach Chaim, Siman 336, סעיף 13).
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