Regarding the measurement of 'pars' (half-mile) in relation to immersion (tevilah) and twilight (bein hashmashot).

Date: 26 Elul 5594

From: Rabbi Moshe Sofer

To: Rabbi Anshil

Description

The responsum delves into the measurement of 'pars' (half-mile) as it relates to the time required for immersion (tevilah) and the duration of twilight (bein hashmashot), analyzing the views of Maimonides, Rashi, and Tosafot.

Source: Shu"t Chasam Sofer Collected §16

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