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Book Title The Jewish Mourner's Companion
By Zalman Goldstein

The Jewish Funeral


The Components of a Jewish Funeral
Introduction and History...The Basic Components of a Jewish Funeral...
Basic Laws
A Jewish Funeral is a Jew's Right... Scheduling the Funeral... Flowers, Music, Viewing... When the Mourner is a Kohen... Forbidden Burial Alternatives... The Transgression of Cremation... The Wishes of the Deceased...
The Taharah
Preparing the Body for Burial
Tachrichim: Shrouds and Dressing... The Aron: Traditional Casket...
Cemetery, Grave and Tombstone
The Jewish Cemetery... The Grave... The Matzeivah (Tombstone)...
The Funeral Service
Paying Respects... The Service... The Focus at the Funeral Service... the Eulogy... Psalms...
Kriah - Rending the Garments
Rending the Garments... "The True Judge" Blessing...

The Jewish Mourner's Companion
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 Final Days and Moments
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 Following the Passing
The Jewish Funeral
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 The Shiva
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  A source of comfort and practical guidance for family and friends, this book will guide you through the difficult times of illness and death, presenting Jewish tradition in a way that is both sensitive and instructive.

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