Mourn

The Phases of Jewish Bereavement

Jewish mourning customs reflect the natural course of grief and recovery following the death of a loved one.

The Kaddish Prayer

There are many versions of the Jewish 'mourner's prayer.'

Why Bury?

A three-part argument against an increasing trend, even among Jews, towards cremation instead of burial.

Gog and Magog

Leader and nation who will battle Jews before the coming of the Messiah.

The Angel of Death

This concept is a creation of rabbinic literature.

Chabad Messianism

Messianism in Chabad-Lubavitch challenges Jews of all denominations to consider the limits of Jewish theology.

When a Jewish Child Dies

It may feel like walking through the valley of the shadow of death.

Afterlife for Animals?

Jewish authorities disagree as to whether all cows go to heaven.

Liberating Life

The High Holidays focus on death so that we may renew our lives.

Confronting Death, Finding Renewal

The emphatic message of the High Holidays: Change is possible.

Blessing the New Moon

The ritual of blessing the moon is not widely practiced--but carries deep spiritual meaning.