Tisha B’Av, Shabbos, and the Beis Hamikdash-Devarim

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( The following is based in large part on a dissertation of the Nesivos Shalom, contained in the volume on Sefer Bamidbar, p. 202.) In the event that Tisha B’Av falls out on Shabbos, the fast, as we know, is postponed until Shabbos departs. In its most simple form, the rationale behind this practice is the fact that the observance and enjoyment of Shabbos supersedes any displays of aveilus (mourning) [...]