Tag: Jewish Burial Society

The discussion explores the concept of unforgivable acts of Jew-hatred, such as a riot outside a synagogue during a fundraiser for a Jewish burial society, distinguishing them from forgivable tragic events that may happen during wartime.
A Reform Communal Chevra Kadisha has been established in New York, providing progressive Jews with an opportunity to participate in the sacred practice of preparing bodies for Jewish burial.
Lana, a 5-year-old tabby cat, lives at Lombard Funeral Home in Sacramento, providing comfort to grieving families during Jewish mourning rituals.
In this special episode of Unorthodox, the focus is on the Tree of Life synagogue shooting in Pittsburgh, which took place three years ago.
Holly Blue Hawkins, head of a chevra kadisha in California, offers insights gleaned from her 20 years in this burial society, emphasizing lessons on living learned from caring for the dead.
The text explores the historical practice of all-night study vigils in Jewish communities, focusing on the tikkun observed on the first night of Shavuot and a lesser-known study session before Hoshana Rabbah.