How many days before Pesach must one begin studying the laws of Passover?
Synopsis
The Gemara establishes a 30-day requirement to study Pesach laws before the holiday. Authorities debate whether this applies equally to all festivals and whether it requires formal public teaching or suffices with individual study.
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