If one stayed awake all night, must one wash hands in the morning with a blessing?
Synopsis
The Mechaber states it is uncertain whether one who stayed awake all night needs to wash and remove the evil spirit. The Rema rules one washes without a blessing. Later authorities debate whether a blessing is required.
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