Must a ring be removed before netilat yadayim, and does this depend on whether the ring is loose or tight?
Synopsis
The Mechaber requires removing a ring before netilat yadayim. The Rema adds that even a loose ring must be removed, because even if not particular during washing, one is particular during work. Custom to be lenient with loose rings exists, but the ruling is to be strict.
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