Blessing on Good News
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Question
I heard that a close friend got engaged. Can I recite the blessing of Shehecheyanu or Hatov Vehametiv?
Answer
Shalom Rav and Mazal Tov
It is not customary today to recite a blessing on good news, as it is unclear what level of joy is required.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 223
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