Mourning Rituals – Set practices carried out by Jews as a way of grieving for loved ones who have died
To remember the meaning of Mourning Rituals in Judaism, use the following mnemonic:
In the morning she threw grit, her usual (mourning ritual) way of grieving for relatives who have died.
When a Jew learns of the death of a loved one, they make a tear in their clothing. This action is called kriah, a symbol of loss and grief.
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Burial should happen as soon as possible after death. In the time before the funeral, the body must not be left alone.
The burial ceremony takes place in a cemetery, not in a synagogue, and the coffin is simple, to show equality.
Funeral services include prayers, psalms and a eulogy – a speech highlighting the deceased person's good deeds and values.
A prayer for those who mourn, known as the Kaddish, is traditionally said by the closest male relative to the deceased on the day of the death.
Stages of mourning include:
Shiva: The first seven days after the burial, during which some mourners do not leave their home.
Avelut: Mourning for a whole year by someone who has lost a parent. During the avelut year they will not attend parties or listen to music.
Yahrzeit: The anniversary of a death, the night before which many Jews light a candle in remembrance of the dead, leaving it to burn for 24 hours.
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