A 10-point guide for Jewish funerals, issued by the Board of Rabbis of Southern California, has been endorsed by all Jewish funeral directors in Los Angeles, the Board announced today.
A simple funeral service of reverence and spiritual significance is called for in the guide, Rabbi Marvin Bornstein, president of the board, said. The board includes Orthodox, Conservative and Reform rabbis. The 10 points cover procedures for the mourning family to observe.
Among the points are rejection of pre-funeral chapel visitation and viewing of the body as “contrary to Jewish traditions” and the avoidance of elaborate food and drinks at the customary “Meal of Condolence” after the burial services.
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