Need to Relieve Oneself During Study
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Question
Hello Rabbi, if a person needs to relieve themselves while studying Torah, should they stop studying immediately?
Answer
Hello Rabbi,
If one estimates that they cannot hold themselves for an hour and a quarter, they should stop and relieve themselves.
However, out of respect for human dignity, it is permissible to wait.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 92, Seif 1.
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