May one untie, cut, or unravel ropes sealing pit and cave covers (ground-level seals) on Shabbat?
Synopsis
Ground-level seals differ from vessel seals: ropes may be untied but not cut or unraveled because of the demolishing prohibition. If the seal was not intended to be permanent it may be removed entirely.
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