How does pikuach nefesh relate to Shabbat?

The laws of Shabbat and the Jewish holidays may be suspended for the purposes of pikuach nefesh. The earliest known example of this took place in 167 BCE, when Mattathias and the Hasmoneans declared that it was permitted for their followers to fight on the Sabbath day to defend themselves from attack.

What does the Talmud say about pikuach nefesh?

Pikuach Nefesh means that saving a human life should take priority over everything, even if this means breaking some of the laws set out in the Torah . The Talmud describes many instances when the laws of Shabbat can be broken in order to save a life.

Can you take aspirin on Shabbat?

Although there are opinions that medicine which is taken every day may be taken on Shabbos, he should take the aspirin on erev Shabbos and motzei Shabbos rather than on Shabbos, if possible.

Can you exchange money on the Sabbath?

Although the use of money on Shabbat is not directly forbidden in the Torah, its use has long been condemned by the sages. Money is the very matter of business, and conducting or even discussing business on Shabbat is a rabbinically prohibited act.

What is Nefesh Shabbat?

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Can you use deodorant on Shabbat?

Jewish laws dictate refraining from anything that’s considered work on Saturday/Shabbat, even putting on deodorants!

Can you wear sunscreen on Shabbat?

Question: On Shabbos or Yom Tov, is it permitted to use suntan lotion to prevent sunburn? Discussion: Suntan lotion which is in cream, ointment or thick, slow-pouring oil form, is forbidden to be used on Shabbos, as it may be a violation of the Shabbos Labor of Smoothing.

What activities are not allowed on the Sabbath?

5.2.1 Shearing.