Tag: Funerals

Rabbi Amy Grossblatt Pessah

Hineni: The Power of Presence

When someone experiences true tragedy, it’s hard to know what to say. At a recent social event, a good friend and I shared how shocked

Rabbi Carl Astor

Jewish Laws and Rituals for Funerals

What are the Jewish laws and rituals regarding funerals? Generally, a ritual washing, burial, and a funeral, each with their own customs.