May one who travels to Israel (aliya) join a caravan even on Erev Shabbat?
Synopsis
Travel to Eretz Yisrael for settlement is a recognized mitzvah that permits joining a caravan even on Erev Shabbat, with stipulation to stop. If the group refuses to stop, one may travel with them due to pikuach nefesh.
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