Obligation of the Third Meal
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Question
If I am full, am I obligated to have the third meal?
Answer
If it is possible to eat an amount equivalent to an egg [100 cc or at least 57 cc] without feeling discomfort while eating, there is an obligation to make an effort to set the table in honor of the meal. However, if even this is difficult, one should eat an amount equivalent to an olive [the size of a matchbox]. If even this is difficult, there is no point in eating, but it is advisable not to overeat at the second meal so that one can eat at the third meal with appetite at least the amount equivalent to an egg.