We learned yesterday that the destruction of the Bet Hamikdash (Temple) started on 17 Tammuz with the breaching of the walls, and ended 3 weeks later when it was set alight. During this period of mourning we do not get married. Getting engaged is permitted during the 3 weeks.
- Until Rosh Chodesh Av one may even celebrate with a festive meal, but without music.
- After Rosh Chodesh Av one may not have a festive meal, but one may serve refreshments.
- One may even get engaged on a fast day, but no food may be served.
Please daven for a little girl - TAMAR bat NAAMA - תמר בת נעמה
can you cut your fingernails during the 3 weeks??
ReplyDeleteYes you can cut your nails in the 3 weeks - until the week in which 9 B'Av falls.
ReplyDelete(This year it's irrelevant, as 9 B'Av is on Sunday).
Source: Kitzur Shulchan Aruch 122:5