mourning

Reflections on grief, resilience, and the importance of emotional support.

The Spiritual Power of the Mourner's Kaddish and its Lasting Impact on the Soul

When Rabbi Menachem Yisrael went to offer condolences, he discovered a great thirst for guidance and support. As a result, the organization 'The Jewish Heart' was founded to assist mourners technically, emotionally, and spiritually. 'People yearn for a connection to something higher during these times'

A few incredible points to ponder about this potent and meaningful prayer

Explore the enduring lessons of resilience and meaning in Jewish teachings throughout the ages

From worn garments to silent tears, these Jerusalem rabbinic figures lived with heartbreak over the destruction and carried hope for its rebuilding

Close relatives of a deceased person are expected set everything aside in order to attend to the burial preparations and honor the dead

No mourning is permitted on festivals, so what happens if a close relative passes away before one of the Yomim Tovim?

When Yom Tov arrives, mourning does not just pause, it ceases

The halachic rules and symbolism of the se’udat havra’ah. Why must the community provide the first meal to mourners after the burial of their loved one?

How Jewish wisdom helps transform sorrow and blame into faith, peace, and enduring connection with the souls of our loved ones

Timeless Jewish wisdom for navigating some of the most challenging times in our lives

'Time heals,' the saying goes. This is untrue. Only Hashem heals; only we can accept His healing

Despite our grief, life goes on and Hashem is always with us

Our Sages have outlined a path leading from intense grief back to life

The laws of shiva and beyond prevent repression of feelings while keeping the loved one's memory alive

How to make the most of the shiva period for the benefit of our departed loved ones

Man was created to live forever. Death is a tragedy -- the Torah puts grief in perspective

A month of challenge, remembrance, and renewal — from the breaking of the Tablets to the Three Weeks of mourning that awaken hope for redemption

Discover the spiritual journey of the month of Av — from the sorrow of Tisha B’Av and the destruction of the Temples to the hope, joy, and renewal of Tu B’Av, the festival of love and redemption