Crushing Avocado of the Seventh Year
Question
Is it permissible to crush avocado sanctified with the holiness of the seventh year to prepare avocado dip?
Answer
It is permissible to crush avocado since it is the usual way to use it throughout the year.
Source
Rambam (Shemita, Chapter 5, Halacha 3; Terumot, Chapter 11, Halacha 2); Chazon Ish (Shevi'it, Siman 25, Se'if 32); Seder HaShevi'it from Chazon Ish (Letter 9); Azmera LeShimcha (Shemita, Issue 3).
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