What are the distinct blessings and verses to be recited when witnessing the destruction of Jerusalem versus the Temple, and how do these differ from viewing other destroyed cities of Judah?
Synopsis
Different destroyed locations receive different scriptural references and mourning formulas; Jerusalem and the Temple receive distinct verses and multiple tearings.
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How far from Jerusalem must one be when viewing the destroyed cities before being obligated to tear one's garments?
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When viewing the Temple first (arriving from the desert route) and then Jerusalem, how much additional tearing is required?
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If one first views other destroyed cities of Judah, does one need to tear again when subsequently viewing Jerusalem?
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How should the tearing be performed physically — with what hand position, standing or sitting, and how much of the garment must be torn?
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May one permanently repair (stitch together) the torn garments after mourning, or must they remain torn permanently?
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If one frequently visits Jerusalem within a 30-day period, how many times must one tear one's garments?
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