Q&A: A Clarification Regarding Customs
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A Clarification Regarding Customs
Question
Rabbi, I wanted to ask what exactly counts as a binding custom. For example, if an Ashkenazi halakhic decisor examined a certain topic and holds like the Shulchan Arukh, does he need annulment of vows because Ashkenazim customarily rule like the Rema?
Answer
In my humble opinion, there is no need for annulment of vows. From the outset, the custom is not relevant in a case where I have a different halakhic position.