Bathing during the Nine Days
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Question
I live in Bnei Brak, and I am a young man who walks a lot every day and tends to sweat quite a bit. How can I shower during the Nine Days? Thank you very much.
Answer
Hello,
The general rules for all places are: according to the law, bathing is prohibited, even in cold water.
However, if someone is dirty due to sweat, and the bathing is not for pleasure but to remove dirt, it is permitted to wash to remove it.
If possible, one should use cold water. If it does not come off with cold water, it is permitted to use warm water or a little soap.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 551.
Azmera Lishmecha 265.