What is the reason geothermal spring water (like Tiberias) is invalid for vessel-based hand-washing, and does the dog-drinkability test apply to other bitter/hot springs?
Synopsis
Tiberian spring water cannot be scooped into a vessel for hand-washing because it is bitter and unfit for dogs to drink. This same principle applies to any naturally hot spring: if fit for dog-drinking, it may be used.
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