Tishah BAv Afternoon

The Jewish Weekly | July 30, 2025

In the afternoon, the intensity of mourning lessens and some restrictions are relaxed.

It is customary to wait until midday before preparing for the post-fast meal. However, one may begin preparations for a Seudat Mitzvah before midday.

After midday (12:45pm), it is permitted to sit on chairs of regular height, unless one will still be finishing Kinot.

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