Payment to a worker — no money for ShabbatPayment to a worker — no money for Shabbat

Prohibition of withholding wages

Question

Dear Rabbi! Today is Friday, and a worker who previously did some work for me came now to demand payment for his services. The problem is that I only have 200 ₪, and I don't have the option to borrow money. I need the entire amount for basic Shabbat provisions, and a significant sum will be deposited into my account next week. Am I obligated to pay the worker and be left with nothing for Shabbat, or can I postpone the payment to the worker?

Answer

Dear …!

Source

Biur Halacha (Orach Chaim 242:1).

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