Tearing of Garments upon Receiving News of Death Thirty Days after Death but Not Burial
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Question
A family whose child was kidnapped in Gaza for several months and then, after several months, was returned dead and immediately buried. Experts say that according to the body, it appears he died several months ago. Is tearing of garments required on the day of burial?
Answer
Sons and daughters are required to tear their garments, while other relatives are not required, although some are stringent.
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