What is the status of an egg laid on Shabbat — may it be eaten, handled, or touched?
Synopsis
An egg laid on Shabbat is forbidden to eat or even to move. The reason is a gezeira because of Shabbat that follows Yom Tov, where the egg would be biblically forbidden due to the hachana (preparation) prohibition. One may cover it with a vessel to prevent breakage but may not touch it.
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