A baal simchah, it’s been noted, is the neediest person in the world
For how long after one makes a chasunah is he considered a baal simchah?
Through sheva brachos? Until he drops the diet? Personally, I would say that if you’re still tired from the simchah, then you’re still a baal simchah.
But recently, a smiley, gray-haired guy who’s already married off all his children and now finds joy in sharing his favorite jokes with those still in the parshah, ambushed me with his wisecrack, drawing out each word and watching my reaction carefully to ensure that I found it as hilarious as he did.
“For how long are you a baal simchah after you make a chasunah?” he asked.
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