May one permanently repair (stitch together) the torn garments after mourning, or must they remain torn permanently?
Synopsis
One must never permanently repair these torn garments, but may use temporary stitching methods.
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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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