Family Shabbat during the Year of Mourning

The First Year after Death

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Question

My mother-in-law arranged a Shabbat at a hotel for all her children and their spouses. My father passed away, so she postponed the Shabbat until after the thirty-day mourning period. Am I allowed to participate? The Shabbat is a family gathering.

Answer

Hello,

You are permitted to participate in this Shabbat.

Since the entire family is participating, and it will be noticeable that the reason for your absence is due to mourning, this is considered 'public mourning,' which is prohibited on Shabbat.

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