How many loaves (lechem mishneh) are required at the third Shabbat meal?
Synopsis
The Mechaber requires two loaves at all Shabbat meals including the third. The Rema notes a common lenient practice of only one complete loaf, citing the Tur and Mordechai, while still recommending two.
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