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Though traditional sources on the laws of mourning are quite detailed and specific, an acquaintance with this legal literature reveals a number of overarching themes and principles.

Multi-faith families, neonatal loss, autopsies and suicide

Jewish law details which family relationships require traditional mourning practices.

Traditional and liberal possibilities for this little-known practice

These stories are passed on as teachings about how to die.

A contemporary rabbi offers a prayer to be recited throughout the year by parents who have suffered neonatal loss.

Ethical wills and more resources for the final days and hours.

The Jewish tradition of being at the bedside of the dying is of immense value, not only for the dying person but also for those about to be bereaved--and for all of us, who must learn to face death.

New Jewish guidelines for coping with the loss of a child.

Contrary to popular belief, Jewish law does not have an absolute prohibition on this post-death procedure.