Bringing the Challah After Kiddush
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Question
Hello,
Is it obligatory on Shabbat to have the challah covered during Kiddush, or can it be brought after Kiddush? And if so, does it need to be covered in that case?
Answer
Hello and blessings,
A. According to the Shulchan Aruch and the Mishnah Berurah, as well as the custom of most people, the challahs should be brought before Kiddush. However, according to the Gaon of Vilna, the challahs should be brought after Kiddush. [See source].
B. If the bread is not placed before the one making Kiddush at the time of Kiddush, there is no need for it to be covered in its place.
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