Reciting Kaddish for a Son
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Question
Is one required to recite Kaddish for a son who has passed away? And if not obligated, is it permissible for him to recite Kaddish?
Answer
A person whose son has passed away is not obligated to recite Kaddish for him. However, if he wishes, he may recite it for thirty days, and he is also permitted to recite Kaddish for the entire year.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Yoreh De'ah, Siman 376
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