Tzuras Ha-Pesach with Poles Hidden Behind Wall

From: Rabbi Moshe Sofer

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Description

A community places the upright poles of a tzuras ha-pesach inside a courtyard behind a wall, since authorities prohibit structures in the public domain. The Chasam Sofer rules this valid, since tzuras ha-pesach functions as a mechitzah and does not require visibility, but recommends attaching a small outer pole as an extra precaution.

Source: Shu"t Chasam Sofer OC §96

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