Is the individual obligated to fast for personal distress based on Talmudic sources?
Synopsis
The Aruch HaShulchan notes that this ruling about individual fasting for personal distress is not explicitly found in the Talmud, but rather is derived through logical reasoning (sevara) by the Rambam, based on the principle that individuals must pray for their needs.
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Is an individual required to fast for their own personal distress?
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