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A new Mishna tells of a couple who was divorced but then spent the night together at an inn. Are they assumed to have had sexual intercourse? If so, do they need a second divorce? Or are they assumed to be partaking in licentious sexual intercourse?
The Gemara argues both sides of this question. Because sexual intercourse is a form of betrothal, the couple could be remarried and thus requiring another divorce. However, if they were only betrothed to begin with, they might not have had intercourse since the husband was not "accustomed to her”.
We explore the issue of post divorce relationships halachically and psychologically.