Halachot and Customs

Is It Permissible to Pray Without Brushing One's Teeth?

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Question

With Hashem's help,

Greetings,

Is it mandatory to brush one’s teeth before reciting the morning blessings?

Thank you

Answer

Greetings,

It is proper to brush one’s teeth before the morning prayer; however, it is not an obligation.

Sources: See Shulchan Aruch (Orach Chaim 4:17) and the Mishnah Berurah there.

Respectfully,

Hillel Meirs


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