Final Days and Moments

Throughout the history of the Jewish people, the time when the soul departs from this world has been regarded with great awe and trepidation...

Putting Things In Order Before One Passes

Laws and traditions regarding putting one's spiritual and material affairs in order

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Notes for Caregivers in the Last Moments of Life

Basic rules and guidelines in caring for the dying

Viduy Confession & Jewish Prayers for the Final Moments of Life

Psalm 121... Psalm 130... Psalm 91... Adon Olam... Ana B'choach... V'al Ken Ne'kaveh... The Shema and verses of unity

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Instructions for Those Present at the Passing

Remaining with the dying... Prayer and Psalms... Lighting of candles... Rules pertaining to a Kohen...

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The Jewish Mourner's Companion »

By Zalman Goldstein

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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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The Jewish Learning Group creates plain language how-to guides on Jewish law and custom, traditional prayer texts with transliteration and instruction, and educational audio and video guides. Their innovative products help people attain the rudimentary knowledge and confidence needed to build, lead, and further their Jewish observance at a comfortable and gradual pace.

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