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The Jewish Funeral

Introduction and History...The Basic Components of a Jewish Funeral...
A Jewish Funeral is a Jew's Right... Scheduling the Funeral... Flowers, Music, Viewing... When the Mourner is a Kohen... Forbidden Burial Alternatives... The Transgression of Cremation... The Wishes of the Deceased...
Preparing the Body for Burial
Tachrichim: Shrouds and Dressing... The Aron: Traditional Casket...
The Jewish Cemetery... The Grave... The Matzeivah (Tombstone)...
Paying Respects... The Service... The Focus at the Funeral Service... the Eulogy... Psalms...
Rending the Garments... "The True Judge" Blessing...

Philly Friendship Circle
The Friendship Circle Philadelphia Region South - A registered 501c3 organization serving Philadelphia, Montgomery, Chester and Delaware Counties. 754 South 9th Street Philadelphia, PA 19147 Founded by Chabad- Lubavich