Tearing Garments for the Deceased for Women
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Question
Do women need to tear their garments for a deceased relative?
Answer
Yes, and according to the laws of modesty, there should be a garment underneath so that the flesh is not exposed.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Yoreh De'ah, Siman 340; Orach Chaim, Siman 561
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