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Does the principle of ones (compulsion) apply to gittin (divorce)? The shiur analyzes whether a husband can claim ones to invalidate a get, exploring the difference between claiming ones versus circumstances creating ones. The key insight involves distinguishing between conditional gets where ones affects the original giving versus revocation of an already-given get.
This shiur provides an in-depth analysis of the Gemara (גמרא) in Kesubos 2a-b dealing with the principle of "ein ones b'gittin" - whether compulsion (ones) can invalidate a get (divorce document). The discussion centers on cases where a husband gives a conditional get before departing on a journey, specifying it should take effect if he doesn't return within a certain timeframe, but then dies or is prevented from returning due to circumstances beyond his control. Rabbi Zweig explores the fundamental question of what constitutes ones in the context of gittin. The Gemara presents different scenarios: one where the husband says the get should take effect after a certain period, and another where he says it should take effect immediately but gives himself the right to revoke it if he returns. The shiur examines why these cases might have different halachic outcomes despite seemingly similar circumstances.
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Kesubos 2a-b
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