Bikkur Cholim, Cemetery, Chevra Kadisha, Death, Dying, Funeral, Illness, Shmirah, Taharah
While Jewish tradition has offered much guidance around burial, respecting the deceased, and caring for those in mourning, Chevra Kadisha, as we know it, is relatively modern. Step back in time with us to experience 19 incredible paintings created in Prague in the...
Chevra Kadisha, Grief, News, Prayer, Ritual, Shmirah
Inspired by the intention and ritual of Shmira, guarding over the soul of the deceased and offering prayers of comfort, we welcome the community to take time to remember and honor the lives taken during the recent events in Israel by engaging with ritual and liturgy....
Chevra Kadisha, Death, Prayer, Ritual, Shmirah
The Virtual Shmirah Library contains digital files that shomrim can use as they perform shmirah, as well as a variety of additional materials to help deepen our understanding of end-of-life topics, both Jewish and general. Click here to learn about the ritual of...
