Tearing Nightwear During Shiva for a Father
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Question
If one's father or mother has passed away, does one need to tear the pajamas at night, as is done with clothing worn during the seven days of mourning for a father or mother?
Answer
There is no need to tear the pajamas or nightshirt. Even if worn during the days of mourning for one's father and mother, as they are not considered significant garments.
Source
This is similar to the law regarding garments made for sweat, which are not considered significant garments and are not torn, as written in Shulchan Aruch, Siman 340, Se'if 10. Certainly, pajamas are also not considered significant garments and do not need to be torn.