The distinction on practice at the Temple vs. outside of it. In this case, door bolts that are not tied to the door – which is fundamentally the melakhah of building. So there’s a work-around for places outside the Temple, but not within it. Also: window shutters, even if they aren’t attached to the building…. are permitted. Note: What’s What: Anonymous mishnayot are usually authoritative – but in this case, they supplement with knowledge of the practice, and that “ma’aseh rav” trumps. Also: Covers that have handles can be moved on Shabbat – distinguishing between utensils in the home vs. covers for pits in the ground…or is that about an oven? More What’s What on how the Gemara works: “lishna acharina” – another version of the same text, with edits. The Gemara preserves both. Plus: Moving the baskets for the sake of guests. As long as the things that you’re moving *can* have a purpose on Shabbat.
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