The period between the fast of 17 Tammuz and the fast of 9 B'Av 3 weeks later is known as Bein Hametzarim, or "The 3 Weeks".
Since 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, this period of 3 weeks has been set aside as a time of mourning.
If one plays a musical instrument for a living, one may continue to do so for non-Jews until Rosh Chodesh Av.
Some have the custom of refraining from meat and wine during the entire 3 weeks, except on Shabbat and Mitzva-meals (like at a Brit Mila).
Source: Kitzur Shulchan Aruch 122:1
- Danny
Wednesday, 18 Tamuz 5770
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If one is depressed and needs to keep their thoughts on kedusha to avoid sinning, is it permissible to listen to recorded music?
ReplyDeleteThat decision would require a Rabbi.
ReplyDelete- Danny, not a Rabbi
Ask about the psakim of Rabbi Moshe Feinstein zt'l; I believe the Rabbi made finer distinctions between the types and styles of the music and what could be heard.
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