Prominent
Dati Leumi Posek Rabbi Shlomo Aviner Shlit"a was asked 1. for a p’sak
regarding Smartphones and 2. if one is
required to use a Kosher phone. The Rav’s words were aired on Yeshivat Machon
Meir’s internet Shiurim broadcasts.
The
Rav explained that SMS text messages and internet connectivity are helpful to
many people. He feels there is no prohibition in using either of these
services.
“It
is certainly preferable to have a Kosher phone but this is a Chumra and not an
obligation. One who feels that a non-kosher phone is a Michshol
(stumbling-block) must prohibit himself from using such a device” the Rav
stated.
Rabbi
Aviner continued by explaining there are things that the Torah does not
prohibit, but if a person realizes that such a thing will cause him to stumble,
he must place restrictions upon himself to avoid falling due to this Michshol.
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