Times of Obligation for Tearing Garments at the Western Wall
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Question
Is it necessary to tear one's garment when arriving at the Western Wall on Rosh Chodesh?
Answer
One must always tear their garment, except during Chol HaMoed.
Source
Siman 561 and Siman 720.
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