Washing the Mourner's Clothes for Use After the Seven Days of Mourning

Shiva (7 Days of Mourning)

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Question

Is it permitted during the seven days of mourning for a mourner to wash their clothes for use after the mourning period?

Answer

It is forbidden. 


Source

Tur, Yoreh De'ah, Siman 389, in the name of the Ramban "Many have written about washing and leaving, and I say it is forbidden due to work, whether by oneself or by others. If his clothing is with others on a contractual basis, they may wash it as usual, like other works done by others on a contractual basis."

 


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