May one sit within four cubits of someone praying?
Synopsis
The Mechaber prohibits sitting within four cubits of a praying person in front or to the side. Multiple authorities dispute whether this applies behind as well.
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Is one permitted to sit within four cubits if engaged in prayer-related study?
3 opinions
Is one permitted to sit within four cubits if engaged in Torah study not related to prayer?
5 opinions
Does the prohibition on sitting within four cubits apply in front of the praying person with the same force as to the sides?
4 opinions
May one sit within four cubits of a praying person if one is weak or infirm?
4 opinions
If one was already sitting and another person stands to pray nearby, must the sitting person rise?
4 opinions
Is it forbidden to pass in front of someone praying within four cubits?
4 opinions
After completing one's own prayer, may one take three steps backward if someone is praying behind?
3 opinions
What is the underlying reason for the prohibition on disrupting someone praying?
4 opinions
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