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When is a Yahrtzeit observed during a leap year?

by Rabbi Naftali Silberberg

  

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There are three opinions in this matter:

1. The yahrtzeit is observed in the second Adar (Beis Yosef). 

2. The Yahrtzeit is observed in the first Adar (Rama)

3. The Yahrtzeit is observed in both Adars (Magen Avrohom).

Consult with your local Halachic authority to determine the accepted practice in your community.


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Life Cycle » Death » Yahrtzeit
Halachic
Pertaining to Jewish Law.
Adar
The twelfth month on the Jewish calendar. This month (which falls out approx. February-March), is the most joyous month on the calendar due to the holiday of Purim which is on the 14th and 15th of this month.
yahrtzeit
The (Jewish calendar) anniversary of a person's death.