Rabbi Benjamin Hotah Explains If Reading Comic Books Is Permitted on Shabbat

Rabbi Benjamin Hotah, a prominent halachic authority, presents a daily brief segment called "Halacha in 60 Seconds" on Kikar HaShabbat, where he addresses current Jewish law questions. In a recent episode, he tackled the question of whether it is permissible to read comic books on Shabbat, the Jewish day of rest. The segment aims to clarify practical halachic details and customs for the observant community.

The video segment, lasting just over a minute, is part of a series that also covers other contemporary halachic issues, such as the permissibility of passing through an electric gate on Shabbat when the sensor remains active but the gate is open. Rabbi Hotah’s explanations are concise and accessible, providing guidance on everyday religious observance.

This particular discussion on comic books reflects ongoing interest in how modern media and leisure activities fit within traditional Shabbat restrictions. The video is available for viewing on Kikar HaShabbat’s platform, continuing their daily halachic educational content.