When should the bread be separated from the loaf relative to reciting the blessing?

BlessingsHaMotziBlessing timing

Synopsis

One should begin the blessing while the piece is still attached, and separate it only after concluding the blessing, so the entire blessing is recited over whole bread.

Early Acharonim
Lenient
Strict
Lesser cited
Major authority

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