Sending Mishloach Manot to a Mourner
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Question
Is it permissible for the head of a kollel who is in mourning to receive Mishloach Manot from the avrechim?
Answer
A mourner is prohibited from exchanging greetings, which includes giving gifts and sending portions (Yoreh De'ah, Siman 385, Seif 1 and 3). However, if given, it is permissible to accept, and he himself must give to others since he is obligated in all the mitzvot. Some say he should send only one portion (Pri Megadim). However, it is permissible to send portions to the head of a kollel, as it is customary to give him Mishloach Manot, which is considered as repayment of a debt and not as a gift (according to Shut Divrei Malkiel, Part 5, Siman 237).
Source
Yoreh De'ah 385 and Orach Chaim 696
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