chevra kadisha

After tweaking rituals during the pandemic, a Jewish burial society in Pittsburgh has made amends

After suspending the traditional practice of Taharah during the pandemic, New Community Chevra Kadisha is finding a way to reclaim ritual on the other side.

Jewish burial societies face difficult choices as deaths from coronavirus mount

At stake is not just the health of chevra kadisha members, many of whom are older, but the sacred commandment to honor the dead.

Ideas

What preparing a Jewish body for burial is really like

A member of a chevra kadisha feels a calling to do the ritual work.

Israel

Gender separation illegal at Jewish cemeteries, Israel’s Supreme Court rules

Israel

Israel to cover burial costs of Paris victims in Jerusalem

United States

Lacking long-term plans, many U.S. Jewish cemeteries in neglect

Culture

Liberal Jews laying claim to Jewish burial rituals

Israel

Women may deliver eulogies, ministry tells Israeli burial societies

Lifestyle

Performing tahara, the ultimate kindness

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