Is washing feet on Erev Shabbat still practiced today?
Synopsis
The Mechaber mentions washing feet as part of the Erev Shabbat washing. The Mishnah Berurah notes this practice is no longer customary in his time, as it was originally driven by walking barefoot in dusty conditions.
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