Mourning & Bereavement

people embrace in tears

Traditional Jewish mourning and bereavement practices are designed to help us bear our grief. But sometimes we need something more: a poem that captures our imagination, a creative ritual that addresses the particularity of our grief, a song that speaks to our heart. May you find a measure of comfort in your time of need.

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A lit memorial candle in a ceramic holder with Hebrew letters on a table.
Person meditating on a large rock in a tranquil forest setting, surrounded by trees and natural greenery.

“May the lingering glow of our loved one’s soul guide us…”

A lit white candle on a wooden table, with a blurred background.

“To remember these words / not only / when we lie down in slumber”

folded white fabric in shadows

“Whatever it takes / to feel each other’s life”

Two people hugging warmly near a window, with soft lighting enhancing the peaceful atmosphere.

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