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As there is a Jewish way of life, there is a Jewish way of death. How a person handles death indicates a great deal about how he approaches life.
When a Jew dies, the funeral should take place as soon as possible following the
death.
After the funeral, the immediate family of the deceased, which means spouse,
parents, children and siblings, mourn for seven days. This mouring period is known as shiva. During this period the family are at home, saying prayers and receiving
visitors and
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