Not All Wine Is Fine
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A detailed look at the history and laws of yayin nesech. Can an irreligious Jew render wine yayin nesech? Is pouring wine part of the prohibition? What difference does pasteurization make?
| Language | English |
|---|---|
| Paper Type | Research Paper |
| Pages | 30 |
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