Ask the Rabbi
- Shabbat and Holidays
- Sfirat Ha'omer
- Sfirat Ha'omer Customs
Question
If it really bothers me of not shaving and making me look bad in public am I allowed to shave.
Answer
It is forbidden to shave during the Sfira even when it really disturbs you.
Shaving for business purposes however is permitted.
Rabbi Binyamin Bamberger.
Selling House During the Omer
Rabbi David Sperling | Nisan 7, 5781
Swimming during the Omer
Various Rabbis | Iyyar 13, 5768
Shaving after Lag Ba’omer
Various Rabbis | Iyyar 23, 5768
