Standing on a Leather Cushion During Shiva

Shiva (7 Days of Mourning)

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Question

Is it permissible for a mourner during Shiva to stand on a leather cushion?

Answer

It is permissible to stand on leather cushions and pads, but one who is stringent is praiseworthy.

Source

The Rema writes in Siman 614, paragraph 2: "It is permissible to stand on leather cushions and pads, but one who is stringent is praiseworthy." In the Mishnah Berurah there, S"K 9, it is brought in the name of the Pri Chadash that there is no concern in this matter.

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