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Times of Obligation for Tearing Garments at the Western Wall

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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