Feeding Children on a Fast Day
Question
For children who eat on the Tenth of Tevet, is it permissible to give them meat or chicken?
Answer
Hello,
There is a difference based on the age of the children. A young child who does not understand the concept of the fast may eat meat. However, an older child who understands the mourning for the destruction should not be given meat or chicken.
Source
Mishnah Berurah, Siman 550, Se'if Katan 5.
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