[Avodah] Rain as a siman Klalah?

[Ira Tick]

I was told by Rabbi Heschel Weiner of Chicago, Illinois that the
opinions allowing Birchat HaChama to be said even when the sun is not
visible rely on the fact that the beracha is recited upon noting the
sun's return to its "proper place" and not its appearance.  However,
if Kiddush Levana is recited upon noting the waxing of the moon
towards its "full strength," we should also dismiss visibility as a
factor.  Perhaps there are opinions that allow Kiddush Levana to be
said when the moon is hidden, for this very reason.

Thankfully, I was able to recite the beracha this morning and show my
appreciation of G-d's handiwork without difficulty, as the sky was
nice and clear by the Milwaukee lakefront.

Tizku L'Mitzvot and a most joyful and kosher Pesach!

IJT

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