Rabbi Shabtai Levi Explains Permitted Foods for Tisha B'Av Seuda Mafseket

On Tisha B'Av, the Jewish fast day commemorating the destruction of the Temples, specific laws govern the seuda mafseket, the final meal before the fast begins. Rabbi Shabtai Levi, head of the Halachic court 'Halichot Moshe' and chief rabbi of Ramat Aharon in Bnei Brak, provides daily halachic guidance through the 'Bachadrei Haredim' website. In his recent teaching, he clarifies what foods are permitted and prohibited during the seuda mafseket, including which types of dishes may be eaten. This guidance helps observant Jews properly observe the fast's customs and restrictions. The article was published on July 22, 2026 (8th of Av, 5786) and is part of a daily halacha series by Rabbi Levi. Readers are invited to join a WhatsApp group for further halachic updates from the site.