Is it appropriate to pray Mussaf alone close to noon
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Question
In the city where I live, there is currently no minyan on Shabbat, so I pray alone. I get up early, pray Shacharit, and read twice Mikra. I heard that it is better to study until close to noon and then pray and immediately start the meal. Is this correct?
Answer
The Mishnah Berurah writes that it is not appropriate to delay the Shabbat meal for such a long time because of the delight of Shabbat, and therefore it is preferable to pray Mussaf earlier. However, if you do not yet have an appetite to eat, and you have made Kiddush at home on something light, you may act in this way, especially if you are studying until then.
Source
Shulchan Aruch (Orach Chaim, Siman 286, סעיף 1) Biur Halacha (ד"ה מיד).
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