Hatikha naasit nevela
Question
Please explain hatikha naasit nevela and why Sephardic Jews don't hold by it?
Answer
Answered by Aaron AbadiThis concept does not really affect us on a daily basis. It would not necessarily fit within the framework of this forum to discuss this type of issue. The purpose of this forum is to answer basic questions that are applicable immediately. We do not want to become a replacement for Torah study or a shortcut thereof. The Sugya can be found in Shulchan Aruch Yoreh Deah Chelek Aleph Siman #92. Over there you can find all the sources and it should be good for many days of study. In many instances Sephardic Jews will follow the opinion of the Shulchan Aruch (Rabbi Yosef Karo) in a dispute that he may have with the RAMA (Rabbi Meir Iserlish). But not always. Today, when we have any slight scenario of the mixing of Basar BeChalav or Treif into Kosher, it is almost always discarded immediately. Usually even if there is Shishim against it. This happens long before the Shailah is even asked. If you have a specific situation, I will gladly respond. Aaron Abadi