Prayer within 8 cubits of the synagogue entrance
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Question
The Gemara explains that one must enter the synagogue a distance of two doorways, which is 8 cubits, in order to pray. The question is, if there is a vestibule before the entrance, does one still need to enter 8 cubits?
Answer
If there is a vestibule before the entrance to the synagogue, there is no need to distance oneself 8 cubits.
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