Haircut during the Counting of the Omer
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Question
Is it permissible to get a haircut today before sunset (the eve of the Counting of the Omer, Wednesday, 17 Iyar 5785) for a sister's wedding that will take place tonight on Lag BaOmer?
Answer
Hello,
Since it is not feasible to wait until the evening, it is permissible from midday on the 32nd day.
Source
According to the instructions of the Gaon, Rabbi Avraham Fried, shlita
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