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Haircut and shaving on Rosh Chodesh

Question

If someone does not have a family custom to refrain from getting a haircut on Rosh Chodesh, in accordance with the testament of Rabbi Yehuda HaChasid, is he required to follow this practice?

Answer

No

Source

Mishnah Berurah, siman 260, se’if katan 50.

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