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Meal in Honor of the Yahrzeit of the Ari HaKadosh

Question

Is it permissible to hold a meal on the yahrzeit of the Ari HaKadosh (5th of Av) with washing of hands?

Answer

If someone performs a siyum, it is permissible.

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 551

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