Therefore, based on the halachic sources cited above, your son is correct in his concern about tying knots on the Sabbath. It is important to follow the guidelines set forth by Jewish law to ensure observance of the Sabbath and avoid any potential violations. While it may be challenging for your son to adjust his attire to comply with these laws, it is crucial to prioritize adherence to halacha in all aspects of life, including dress and appearance.
As a concerned mother, you can support your son in navigating these halachic issues and finding appropriate solutions that allow him to maintain a respectful appearance while also observing the laws of the Sabbath. It is commendable that your son is mindful of these laws and seeks to uphold them in his daily life. By continuing to educate yourself and your son about the intricacies of Jewish law, you can both deepen your understanding and commitment to observance.
May you find guidance and clarity in addressing this matter, and may your son continue to grow in his observance of Jewish law and tradition.
Regenerate However, if his transgression is only rabbinically prohibited, then in the same circumstance, they will need a get to divorce, because he is not deemed an invalid witness…â What this says basically is that if the kiddushin was dependent on this individualâs testimony [as one of the two witnesses at a wedding], then in the view of Kaf HaChayyim, no valid kiddushin took place.
Whether all authorities agree with Kaf HaChayyim or not, we nevertheless see quite clearly that in matters of Sabbath observance, one has to take great care so as not to come to any transgression because the transgression might not only affect the one transgressing but others as well.
Please bear in mind that while the young man is to be commended for his apprehension notwithstanding, we shall see that this is far from a clear-cut matter of simply avoiding any tying, and we shall amplify further.
(To be continued)