May an individual block use of his share of the synagogue or community sacred objects against another person?
Synopsis
The Mechaber rules that a person cannot forbid his share of the synagogue or communal books against another congregant; any such prohibition is legally void. The Biur Halacha notes this applies even when individuals purchase permanent seats.
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