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Shiva, Mourning & Grief
How do Jews mourn? How do I honor my loved one? What does Judaism say about grief?
Resources
SHIVA, MOURNING & GRIEF RESOURCES
Nichum V’Nechama Video Series
Practical guides and information about shiva and mourning rituals and how to comfort others.
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How to Pay a Proper Shiva Call
Comfort mourners through presence, respectful silence, and sensitive behavior during shiva.
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What to Say, And What Not to Say, At a Shivah
Excerpt from Pain is a Reality, Suffering is a Choice
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The ABCs of Jewish Mourning
Judaism's three-stage mourning process guides mourners through loss, fostering healing.
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The Mourner’s Companion by Rabbi Reuven Drucker
A clear, concise guide through Jewish mourning laws.
ViewEXPLORING SHIVA, MOURNING & GRIEF
After 120: What Can We Still Do For Them?
A shiur exploring the Jewish perspective on how we not only remember our loved ones, but continue to connect with them and bring merit to their neshama.
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Giving Comfort: The Ring Theory
The “Ring Theory” guides us to support those in crisis thoughtfully and remain present beyond the immediate trauma.
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15 Lessons Learned from Shiva
Navigating shiva: lessons in mourning, heartfelt support, and eternal merit.
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ADDITIONAL READING
Where Did Grandma Go When She Died?
Addressing a child’s question about death with compassion and understanding.
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