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Shopping on Tisha B’Av — for Shabbat needs

Question

Is it permitted to do shopping for Shabbat on Tisha B’Av?

Answer

Shalom u'vracha 

This year, when Tisha B’Av falls on Thursday, it is permitted to do shopping after midday for the needs of Shabbat. 

Source

According to Mishnah Berurah, siman 551, se’if katan 60

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