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Immersion before writing a Torah scroll

Question

Is there an obligation to immerse before writing a letter in a Torah scroll?

Answer

There is no obligation according to the law, but it is preferable to immerse initially.

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Yoreh De'ah, Siman 271

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