Washing the Mourner's Clothes for Use After the Seven 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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