Tag: Shivah

This article provides a concise summary of various halachic guidelines related to mourning and bereavement in Jewish law.
In this article, a story is shared about an act of kindness that took place on erev Pesach.
Five years ago, the author and their siblings were grieving the recent loss of their mother and were not emotionally ready to celebrate Simchas Torah, a holiday of joy and dance.
The "Everyday Kindness" column highlights acts of kindness that happen daily, with the hope of inspiring more acts of love and kindness in the community.
The author reflects on his experience as the son-in-law mourning the loss of his wife's parents and questions the lack of mourning rituals available for in-law children.