What is the purpose of the eruv?

a. It marks a spatial domain as private and enclosed.
b. It marks a spatial domain as public and open access.
c. It is a temple where Jews can worship.
d. It is a marketplace where only kosher products are sold.
e. None of these


ANSWER: a

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