The Halachot and History of the Three Weeks

Chapter 41: The Tenth of Av

The Bet HaMikdash was set on fire on the ninth of Av and continued burning until sunset on the tenth. Therefore, there are certain restrictions on the tenth of Av as well.

1. We do not eat meat or drink wine on the tenth of Av, except those who were permitted to do so during the Nine Days. Listening to music is also prohibited.

2. Haircutting is permitted.

3. Laundry is permitted to be done.

4. If Tishah B’Av was a postponed fast then eating meat and drinking wine are permitted.

5. When Tishah B’Av falls on Thursday, and Friday is the tenth of Av, one may taste the meat foods prepared in honor of Shabbat on Friday

6. שהחיינו is not said on this day