Death and Mourning Quiz

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What are the history and practical aspects of Jewish bereavement?

Question 1 of 10
What is seudat havra’ah?
Question 2 of 10
After tearing their clothing, what Hebrew phrase do Jewish mourners say?
Question 3 of 10
From the time they find out about a family member's death, until the burial, mourners are in a state called
Question 4 of 10
How long is it customary to recite kaddish after the death of a parent?
Question 5 of 10
True or false: Jewish tradition has no laws against cremation.
Question 6 of 10
Yahrzeit is observed on
Question 7 of 10
True or false: In Jewish law, a dying person is not afforded the same rights as a healthy person.
Question 8 of 10
According to Maimonides, the rules of mourning apply after the death of anyone older than
Question 9 of 10
True or false: One is not required to sit shiva after the death of a step-parent.
Question 10 of 10
Jews traditionally recite the viddui (confession) before they die and
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