no i would do it asap if they have not sprouted. root damage can and will show from putting seeds in straight water from seed till germination. The rule of thumb is around 12 hours. After that place them inbetween two paper towels misted heavily with luke warm water. You may seal it in a plastic baggy or between two plates saucered to look like a ufo.
For extra fast germination put them in a warm place like a window sill or if you have one, on top of a computer tower.

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