Performing Work When the Father is Sitting Shiva

Mourning

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Question

Is there a prohibition on performing work for a grandson whose grandfather has passed away, and his father is mourning for the grandfather in the same city?

Answer

There is no prohibition on performing work even in the same city.

Source

The Aruch HaShulchan writes that the rule of all who mourn with him is according to custom, and the custom today prohibits only four things: 1. One should not bathe in hot water (lukewarm is permitted). 2. One should not listen to music. 3. One should not wear Shabbat clothes on weekdays. 4. One should not attend joyous events such as weddings.

 

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