Q What should I do if my Mezuzah falls down? A. If a Mezuzah has fallen down on to the ground and it is still in its case one should give charity. If it is not in its case (if the case breaks from the fall or it falls while it is being inserted into its case) it is questionable whether one is required to fast as in the case of Tefillin. In this case, one should as least give charity. It is written in Seforim that if a Mezuzah falls down it is customary to have it checked before it is reaffixed. If one does not have plans to get the Mezuzah checked, it must be reaffixed immediately (even before putting on Tefillin or davening) with a Brachah if its a location that requires a Brachah. If however, it cannot be reaffixed immediately, for example if it falls off on Shabbos/Shabbat, you may continue to use the room. The Mezuzah should be picked up in an irregular manner, i.e. with a spoon and put aside in order to be put up right after Shabbos. Practically speaking, before you put it back up you should check that it was attached properly, such as with screws, nails or double-sided mounting tape. If it wasn’t make sure it is re-affixed properly.
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Nadara faez
6/27/2021 04:31:25 pm
Hi I have question regarding the mezuzah I have lost it but I don't know were it is what should I do I have looked everywhere it must have fallen in the street but I can't find it Thanks
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Anabella Klucznik
6/1/2022 01:37:43 pm
What should i do if i am extremely sick and everything in the mezuzah shatters completely?
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Moyshe
3/11/2023 11:34:10 am
Go to your GP.
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