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When a man becomes obligated to marry but cannot due to circumstances beyond his control, must he pay mezonos? The Gemara (גמרא) distinguishes between delays for his benefit versus hers. If the impediment serves her interests (like shochta preparations), he pays mezonos from the original date since he's not considered an ones.
The shiur analyzes a complex sugya in Kesubos 2b regarding the obligation of ma'al mezonos (providing sustenance) when marriage is delayed due to various circumstances. The central question is whether a groom must pay mezonos from the originally scheduled wedding date when the marriage is postponed due to factors beyond his immediate control. The Gemara (גמרא) presents a fundamental distinction based on whose benefit the delay serves. Rabbi Zweig explains the Marsha's approach: if the delay is for the groom's benefit (such as when beis din doesn't sit due to concerns about his trustworthiness), he must pay mezonos because this isn't considered genuine ones (circumstances beyond control). He knew in advance about this limitation and should have prepared accordingly - either by getting married earlier or by establishing his trustworthiness beforehand.
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Kesubos 2b
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