Mentioning Parents' Names
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Question
Hello, is it permissible for a son to mention his parents' names?
Answer
Hello,
A. It is forbidden to mention the names of parents without adding a title, both in their presence and in their absence [and even after their death], if referring to them.
B. When adding a title to the father's name [such as Rabbi], it is permitted, though some are stringent even in this - see the source.
C. When asked what his parents' names are, such as when called to the Torah or when needing to fill out documents [such as making an identity card, etc.], it is permitted to say the parents' names with the addition of a title.
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