Is it permitted to engage in first-time marital relations with a virgin on Shabbat?
Synopsis
The Mechaber rules it is permitted to consummate a marriage with a virgin on Shabbat for the first time, as there is no prohibition of causing wounds (chovel) or inflicting pain. The Mishnah Berurah, Taz, and Aruch HaShulchan all agree. Some authorities (referenced by the Taz and MB) had raised concerns or reported a custom of stringency, but the consensus rejects this and holds the leniency is absolute.
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