On Shabbat before a fast, must the community representative announce the upcoming fast?
Synopsis
The community representative (Shaliach Tzibur) announces the three minor fasts on the preceding Shabbat, but not Tisha B'Av, Yom Kippur, or Purim fast, due to their fixed, universally-known status.
More in Which Fast Days Are Observed
Are all Jews obligated to fast on the four minor fasts?
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For the three minor fasts, are washing, anointing, wearing shoes, and marital relations permitted?
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When a fast falls on Shabbat, is it observed on Shabbat or postponed?
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At what age do children become obligated to fast on the minor fasts?
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If a sick person who is not in danger requests to fast, should they be permitted to do so?
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Are pregnant and nursing women exempt from the minor fasts when they experience weakness?
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If one has the custom of being strict and eating only what sustains the body during minor fasts, should they do so?
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Are the three minor fasts permitted with the same leniencies as on other days because the community did not accept full stringency?
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