May one eat before Mussaf, and if so how much?

ShabbatPrayerMussaf

Synopsis

Light eating (fruits, or even a small amount of bread) is permitted before Mussaf; eating a full meal is forbidden. A minority opinion (Bach) permits even a full meal by strict law. One who is weak may rely on lenient opinions.

Early Acharonim
Late Acharonim
Lenient
Strict
Lesser cited
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