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Moch on Shabbat without eruv

April 10, 2003

Question

Is a bedikah cloth inserted as a moch dachuk considered carrying? We live in an area without an eruv, and I often have to do a hefsek taharah on Shabbat afternoon. I have always stayed home from minchah when this has happened, but it occurred to me that it might not be carrying. Thanks!

Answer

A moch dachuk is considered carrying, since it is not for the purpose of protecting the body. (A tampon or pad worn to absorb bleeding would be permitted). If there is a need to go out on a particular Shabbat afternoon when this happens, then the moch can usually be skipped that month.

This response was updated 6 August, 2023.