Prayer Before a Leaflet with a Rabbi's Picture

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Question

Is it permissible to pray when there is a leaflet distributed on Shabbat in front of me, with a rabbi's picture on the front page?

Answer

It is forbidden to pray in front of the leaflet for two reasons: 1. It appears as if bowing to the rabbi. 2. It distracts one's intention.


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