Removing the Jacket to Avoid Tearing It

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Question

While at the Western Wall, he did not remove his jacket. Can he now remove it and tear his shirt, or is he obligated to tear the jacket?

Answer

He can now remove the jacket and tear the shirt.

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 561; Yoreh Deah, Siman 340

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