Must the Bracha Me'ein Shalosh mention the special occasion (Shabbat, Yom Tov, Rosh Chodesh)? What about Chanukah and Purim?
Synopsis
The Me'ein Shalosh blessing should include a mention of Shabbat, Yom Tov, or Rosh Chodesh when applicable. Chanukah and Purim are not mentioned. Failure to mention the special day — b'dieved — does not require repetition.
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