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If a person forgot to count Sefira at night and he remembered only during Bein Hashmashos of the next day, can he continue counting in the remaining nights with a Bracha? I’ve seen people explaining the Alter Rebbe’s opinion in his Shulchon Aruch in different ways…

He may continue counting with a Bracha. טעמים ומקורות: לפענ״ד הסופר בין השמשות יכול להמשיך לספור, וכדעת הפוסקים שג״ז ס״ס, וה״ט כיון שמעיקר הדין קייל״ן שגם בהפסק יום…

Is there a difference in listening to music in Sefirah if it is with instruments or not?

The Minhag is to not listen to music (recorded or live) during Sefriah days. Some are lenient to listen to music which is only sung by the mouth (without…

How strict is it not to listen to music during Sefira? I listen to music a lot; it helps me relax etc. So during Sefira, it is quite difficult for me. I’m wondering if perhaps I can listen to music or if specific music is OK? I’m ready to, so to say ‘sacrifice’, but if during Sefira it is more lenient, then I would appreciate if I can listen to music.

During the Sefirah days we do not listen to music (from instruments, even if recorded). However music which is not intended to make one be happy and/or dance is…

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