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The Jewish Funeral

Introduction and History...The Basic Components of a Jewish Funeral...
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...
Preparing the Body for Burial
Tachrichim: Shrouds and Dressing... The Aron: Traditional Casket...
The Jewish Cemetery... The Grave... The Matzeivah (Tombstone)...
Paying Respects... The Service... The Focus at the Funeral Service... the Eulogy... Psalms...
Rending the Garments... "The True Judge" Blessing...


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