Memorial Date at the End of the Year
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Question
Hello, When is the memorial held at the end of the year? He passed away on the 2nd of Tammuz 5783, and the funeral took place on the 6th of Tammuz 5783. I understand it's a leap year.
Answer
Hello,
As you mentioned in your question, in a leap year, the date of death and the 12 months from it do not coincide because there is an additional month.
According to Halacha, the memorial in subsequent years except for the first year is held on the day of death, regardless of whether it is a leap year or not.
In the first year after death, the correct time to visit the grave is at the end of 12 months from the burial [6th of Sivan 5784], and it is customary to visit the grave also on the day of the burial [6th of Tammuz 5784].
The recitation of Kaddish and the day when the sons lead the prayer service is on the 2nd of Tammuz 5784.