Regarding the calculation of the Jewish calendar (molad and tekufah) and its accuracy

Date: 19 Elul 5581

From: Rabbi Moshe Sofer

To: Rabbi Meir Karnik

Description

The responsum emphasizes the importance of accurate calendar calculations (molad and tekufah) for determining Jewish holidays and addresses the dangers of relying solely on printed calendars, citing past errors and the author's extensive work in this field.

Source: Shu"t Chasam Sofer Collected §35

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