Psalms and Kaddish Near the Deceased

Mourning
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Question

Is it permissible to recite Psalms or Kaddish near the deceased?

Answer

Reciting Psalms is permitted, but Kaddish is forbidden within four cubits, though some are lenient even with Kaddish.

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