Mourning for a Stepmother
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Question
Do we observe Shiva and all mourning laws for a stepmother?
Answer
Hello Rabbi
There are no mourning laws for a stepmother.
However, there are some mourning practices observed due to the father's mourning.
When the son is in the same city where his father lives, he should be cautious until the first Shabbat after the passing: a. not to attend joyous events like weddings. b. not to take hot showers. c. not to listen to music. d. not to wear Shabbat clothes on weekdays.