Reciting 'Eli Tzion' Standing
Question
Is there an obligation to recite 'Eli Tzion' standing?
Answer
Shalom Rav,
There are different customs regarding this: in most communities, it is customary to recite it standing, while in some communities, it is recited sitting. In each place, one should follow the local custom.
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Smicha "Yoreh-Yoreh" (2012), Rav Amram Fried's Beit Horaah
Orach Chaim, Yoreh Deah
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In the book 'Darkei Chaim VeShalom', section 679 (Munkacs), it is mentioned that it was recited sitting, as elegies should be recited sitting.
However, in many communities, it is customary to stand.
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