What is the rule when the open space (paritz) exceeds the standing space (omed) in a partition, and what if they are equal?
Synopsis
A partition where the open space exceeds the standing space is forbidden (parutz merubeh al ha'omed). If equal, it is permitted in both vertical and horizontal elements, provided no single opening exceeds ten cubits. A single gap of less than three handbreadths is always closed by lavud.
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