Must the Maftir wait until the Torah is completely rolled before beginning the Haftarah blessings?
Synopsis
The Mechaber rules the Maftir may not begin the Haftarah until the Torah is fully rolled. The Mishnah Berurah and Magen Avraham discuss what counts as 'fully rolled' and whether this applies to Mondays and Thursdays.
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