New Fabric Shoes or Old Leather Shoes for Mourning in Shiva

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Question

A mourner who does not have fabric shoes, is it preferable for him to buy new fabric shoes during mourning, or to wear leather shoes?

Answer

It is preferable to buy new fabric shoes, and it is good to let someone else wear them first if possible.


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