Visiting the Grave When Yahrzeit Falls on Shabbat
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Question
When the yahrzeit falls on Shabbat, when should one visit the grave?
Answer
It is permissible on Friday or on Sunday [if it does not cause significant neglect of Torah study], and it is preferable on Sunday also because we do not hasten misfortune, as explained in Orach Chaim 568:9 regarding fasting on the anniversary, which is postponed, even according to the Rema, who holds that it applies only to fasting. It is explained in Mishnah Berurah 45 that lighting the candle should be done on the same day.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 568
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