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Tearing for a Young Child

Question

A girl has passed away. Should her brother perform keriah (tearing of clothes)?

Answer

Until the age of 6, any tearing is sufficient. After the age of 6, they should perform the regular tearing, and they can attend cheder.

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Yoreh De'ah, Siman 340

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