עברית
Halachot and Customs
Memorial on the Day of Passing or Burial
Question
I would like to know when to observe a memorial for the deceased, whether it is based on the day of passing or the day of burial, as the deceased was buried several days after death.
Thank you
Answer
Hello, it is appropriate to observe the memorial on the day of passing and not on the day of burial, even during the first year.
Sources: See Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim (Siman 568, Section 8), Mishnah Berurah (S"k 44), Rema, Yoreh De'ah (Siman 562, Section 12), Taz (S"k 9), and Shach (S"k 10). Also refer to Chazon Ovadia, Aveilut part 3 (page 260) which ruled that the primary practice is to observe the memorial on the day of passing even during the first year, although he noted that those who observe the memorial during the first year on the day of burial have grounds for their practice.
