Are the three minor fasts permitted with the same leniencies as on other days because the community did not accept full stringency?
Synopsis
The three minor fasts are permitted with leniencies (washing, anointing, marital relations) because the Jewish community, when originally accepting these fasts, did not accept them with the full stringency of Tisha B'Av, recognizing that the majority could not sustain such restrictions.
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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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On Shabbat before a fast, must the community representative announce the upcoming fast?
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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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