Eruv

The College Area Eruv is a vital tool for our community, built to the highest standards under rabbinic supervision. Its proper use enhances the beauty of Shabbos.

Please note:

The Eruv is a separate entity from Beth Jacob Congregation. This information is provided for the community's benefit.

Halachic Guidelines

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Rabbinic Supervision: The Eruv is supervised by Rabbi Frankel in consultation with leading Halachic authorities. It is built to the highest possible standards for a metropolitan Eruv.

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Varying Halachic Opinions: It's important to know that not all rabbinic authorities permit carrying within an Eruv of this type. While endorsed by Rabbi Frankel, some still hold different views.

Proper Use of the Eruv

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Enhancing Shabbos: The Eruv is designed to facilitate community togetherness, not to diminish the spirit of Shabbos. Shabbos has two aspects: Shamor (refraining from creative work) and Zachor (observing its sanctity through special food, clothes, and spiritual activities).

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Community Responsibility: The Rabbi’s endorsement is contingent on the community's commitment to using the Eruv properly. If improper use occurs, community members have a responsibility to address it sensitively and, if necessary, to ask the Rabbi to remove his endorsement.

Prohibited Activities & Muktzah

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Ball Playing: Adults are strictly prohibited from playing ball on Shabbos, with or without an Eruv. Children's ball playing should be limited to private backyards to maintain the spirit of Shabbos.
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Muktzah: The Eruv does not permit the use or carrying of Muktzah items. These are objects that have no Shabbos use, are too valuable to be handled casually, or are intended for post-Shabbos use. This includes umbrellas, bicycles, scooters, skateboards, and car keys.
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Common Examples of Muktzah:
- • Credit cards, money, checks
- • Passports and other valuable documents
- • Umbrellas, car keys, bicycles, skates

What is Allowed

The following common articles are **permitted** to be carried within the Eruv on Shabbos, provided they do not contain any Muktzah items:

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Baby carriages and strollers
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Canes, walkers, and wheelchairs
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Food (consult a Rabbi regarding gifts)
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Clothing accessories (handkerchiefs, gloves, rain hats)
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House keys
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A siddur (prayer book) or sefer (holy book)
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Medicines

Contact Us

For any questions about the Eruv, its status, or to report a break in the line, please contact us directly.

Email the Eruv Corporation

For urgent matters on Shabbos, please check our main website for status updates or consult with a local Rabbi.

Halachic Guidelines

Proper Use of the Eruv

Prohibited Activities & Muktzah

What is Allowed

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