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The Laws of Sefirat Ha'omer

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    12. A Brief Summary of the Joyous Days within the Omer Period

    Chapter 3: Customs of Mourning during the Omer Period

    There are different Halachos on the Joyous Days within the Omer Period.

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    11. She-heheyanu

    Chapter 3: Customs of Mourning during the Omer Period

    During the omer period, one may buy a new fruit, garment, or piece of furniture and recite the berakha of She-heheyanu over it.

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    10. Listening to Music on Electronic Devices

    Chapter 3: Customs of Mourning during the Omer Period

    Many poskim maintain that there is no difference between listening to live music and listening to music on the radio or any other electronic device.

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    9. Brit Mila, Hakhnasat Sefer Torah, and Bar Mitzva Celebrations

    Chapter 3: Customs of Mourning during the Omer Period

    One may hold a se’udat mitzva and sing and dance at such a meal, just as one does throughout the year.

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    8. Dancing and Musical Instruments

    Chapter 3: Customs of Mourning during the Omer Period

    Since it is customary not to celebrate too much during the omer period, the Aĥaronim write that one may not engage in optional dancing. They also forbid playing or listening to musical instruments.

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    7. Shaving

    Chapter 3: Customs of Mourning during the Omer Period

    A question arises regarding the issue of shaving during the omer period. May one who shaves regularly throughout the year do so during this period?

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    6. Haircuts

    Chapter 3: Customs of Mourning during the Omer Period

    The Rishonim write that one should not get a haircut during the omer period. Only regular haircuts, which include an element of joy, are prohibited.

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    5. Weddings and Engagements during the Omer Period

    Chapter 3: Customs of Mourning during the Omer Period

    Now that we have discussed the duration of the mourning period, we will outline the laws of the various customs in detail

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