How may scattered fruit in a courtyard be gathered on Shabbat — may a basket be used?
Synopsis
Scattered fruit may be gathered one by one and eaten but not collected into a basket, as gathering resembles weekday conduct and may involve sorting. If fruit fell in one place, a basket is permitted unless mixed with stones or dirt.
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