Reply To: Kosher Cruise

Parnassah opportunities also depend on one’s location.

At least in the US, there is at least one state that I know of that relies solely on tourism for its economy.

The majority of jobs for local residents are in the hotels, restaurants, cruise ships, and retail outlets that cater to a stream of worldwide visitors.

Sometimes the choice is not to do an aveira but to survive or not survive.

The rabbi may have to steer the person to the job that allows off on Shabbat, knowing that this person is lucky to have any job offer at all.

Also being in a remote location may mean that one has less opportunities to collect tzadakah to feed one’s family.