What is the Rambam's position on when 'zakheh li' to a baker/shopkeeper is valid vs. invalid, and does it differ from the Shulchan Aruch?
Synopsis
The Aruch HaShulchan engages with an apparent discrepancy between the Rambam (Hilchot Eruvin 6:20) and the Shulchan Aruch regarding 'zakheh li' to a baker. He concludes that the Rambam likely agrees with the Shulchan Aruch's distinction between homeowner and baker, but phrases it in terms of the typical case for each.
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