Is one permitted to fast on Nisan without special justification?
Synopsis
Fasting on Nisan is prohibited by custom (not law), but a groom may fast on his wedding day in Nisan even on Rosh Chodesh, since weddings do not typically occur in Nisan and the fasting obligation then overrides the custom.
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