Is there a halachic reason to refrain from hitting on Shabbat?
Regarding a father striking his son or a teacher striking his student for discipline, deterrence or guidance toward proper conduct, one must weigh very carefully whether it is necessary and cannot be postponed. It is not fitting to strike on the holy day of Shabbat, which is a day of rest, and doing so also detracts from the mitzvah of enjoying Shabbat. All the more so must one take care not to violate the prohibition of causing injury. Likewise, even scolding should be avoided on Shabbat as far as possible.
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