Book | The Power of Shabbos: Shabbat and Electricity in the 21st Century
by Rabbi Chaim Jachter '81
Dayan (Rabbinic Judge), Beth Din of Elizabeth
Rabbi, Congregation Shaarei Orah, the Sephardic Congregation of Teaneck
While discussion of the use of electric devices on Shabbat is a matter of paramount importance, there is a dearth of writing on the topic. The Power of Shabbos: Shabbat and Electricity in the 21st Century comes to fill the gaps. The product of years of extensive research, The Power of Shabbos addresses both classic and cutting-edge issues. Topics include refrigerators, elevators, dishwashers, electronic card keys, fitbits, Alexa, smart homes, e-commerce websites, smart locks, motion detectors, baby monitors, water meters and much more. Comprehensive yet clear, detailed yet easy to follow, this book belongs in the home and library of every Jew.
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