Q&A: Visiting the Sick
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Visiting the Sick
Question
I wonder: has Rabbi Michael Abraham ever examined the issue of visiting the sick from the patient’s side?
Reuven, whose medical condition has recently deteriorated rapidly, asks whether he is obligated to tell his sister who lives abroad.
I’ve been subscribed for several years and searched through my emails, but I didn’t see any reference to this.
If so, I’d be happy for a reference to his answer.
Best regards,
Answer
To your question: there is no obligation to inform her. Whoever hears has the commandment of visiting the sick, but if she didn’t hear, nothing happened.