What conditions govern the nine-kav water washing for a baal keri who wishes to be stringent?
Synopsis
For those who wish to maintain the pious practice of purification before prayer, the nine-kav water washing (as an alternative to full mikveh immersion) has specific requirements regarding container count, continuity of pouring, and the method of application.
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