Muktzeh of Menorah, Netilas Yadayim, and Gid HaNasheh

From: Rabbi Moshe Sofer

To: Rabbi Hertz Scheyer

Description

A wide-ranging scholarly exchange with Rabbi Hertz Scheyer of Mainz addressing the Ra'avan's interpretation of muktzeh rules for menorahs on Shabbos, the Rokeach's position on netilas yadayim for small amounts of bread, and the Rambam's ruling permitting benefit from gid hanasheh.

Source: Shu"t Chasam Sofer OC §86

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