Halachot and Customs
Is a mourner in the first year permitted to attend a funeral?
Question
Is a mourner in the first year prohibited from attending another funeral?
Thank you
Answer
Shalom rav,
After the shiva, he is permitted to go without concern.
Sources: See Shulchan Aruch and Rema, Yoreh Deah (siman 393, seif 1), and the Shach and Pitchei Teshuvah there.
Besoros tovot,
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