Pesach · Orach Chaim 432

Burning Chametz

9 questions · 37 opinions

What blessing is recited before searching for chametz, and why is it 'al bi'ur chametz' rather than 'al bedikat chametz' or 'al bitul chametz'?

5 opinions across 2 eras

Text of Blessing

Should one wash hands before the search for chametz?

2 opinions across 2 eras

If one began searching without reciting the blessing, can the blessing still be said?

6 opinions across 2 eras

Missed Blessing

What is the rule about speaking between the blessing and the start of the search?

4 opinions across 2 eras

Interruption Before Search

May one speak during the search itself (after having already begun searching)?

5 opinions across 2 eras

Interruption During Search

Can one blessing cover the search of multiple houses?

4 opinions across 2 eras

Multiple Houses

Can household members or agents search on behalf of the head of household using his blessing?

5 opinions across 2 eras

Others Searching Under One B…

Should pieces of chametz be placed before the search so the searcher will find them?

5 opinions across 2 eras

Placing Bread Pieces Before …

Is the bedikah still meaningful when the house has already been thoroughly cleaned before the night of the 14th?

1 opinions

Pre-Cleaned House