Tearing at the Western Wall
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Question
Dear Rabbi, shlita, do we tear clothing on Hanukkah? And if so, when do we not?
Answer
Shalom Rav
According to the instructions of the Gaon, Rabbi g-r"a Fried, shlita, at the Western Wall, as well as the relatives of the deceased, always tear clothing, including on Hanukkah, except on Shabbat, Yom Tov, and Chol Hamoed.
Source
Azmera Leshimcha (Order of Tearing).
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