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Jewish Mourner's Companion (Paperback)

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ISBN 13: 9781891293214

AUTHOR: RABBI ZALMAN GOLDSTEIN

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$12.50

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A Source of Comfort and Practical Guidance, plus all necessary transliterated liturgy for the funeral and Shiva services. This wonderful pocket-sized book will guide you through the difficult times of illness and death, presenting Jewish tradition in a way that is both sensitive and instructive. Endorsed by leading rabbis, hospital chaplains, and family counselors, this all-in-one guide will help you know what to do when faced with these life-changing challenges. Written for Jews of all backgrounds, levels of observance, and understanding, this book is a fitting companion for family and friends, including visitors at the funeral and Shiva home. Includes:
-An overview of life, illness, and death in Jewish thought.
-Laws and customs for visiting the sick.
-Jewish perspective on end-of-life issues (e.g. living wills, organ donations, etc.).
-dealing with the last moments of life.
-Before the funeral, at the cemetery, following burial.
-Mourner's Kaddish, Shiva, Shloshim, Yartzeit, and Yizkor.
-All necessary liturgy, including Shiva Mincha (afternoon), Maariv (evening) prayer services, and Mishnayot, along with easy-to-read English transliteration and translation.
-Inspirational readings and meditations.

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