Is Tachanun (Nefilat Apayim) recited during Minchah on Erev Shabbat?
Synopsis
The question is whether the penitential Tachanun prayer is omitted at Minchah on Erev Shabbat. All authorities agree it is not recited, due to the proximity to Shabbat.
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