May one call a non-Jew to save property from damage (rain, flooding, spoilage) on Shabbat?
Synopsis
The Mechaber permits calling a non-Jew when merchandise is being damaged, based on analogy to the fire rule ('whoever extinguishes will not lose'). A dissenting view limits this leniency to fire only.
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