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What to say to a grieving Jewish person?

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What to say to a grieving Jewish person?

He has these suggestions for what to say to mourners:

  • “I am very sorry for your loss.” (Simple is sometimes the best)
  • “May his memory be a blessing.”
  • “We loved her and she will be missed.”
  • “I am here for you if you need someone to listen.”
  • “He was very important to me.”
  • “I learned so much from her.”

What is the Jewish version of rest in peace?

Judaism. The expression “rest in peace” is “not commonly used in Jewish contexts”, though some commentators say that it is “consistent with Jewish practice”. The traditional Hebrew expression עליו השלום, literally ‘may peace be upon him’, is sometimes rendered in English as ‘may he rest in peace’.

What is Jewish custom when someone dies?

Jewish Death Rituals According to Jewish Law The body of the deceased is washed thoroughly. The deceased is buried in a simple pine coffin. The deceased is buried wearing a simple white shroud (tachrichim). The body is guarded or watched from the moment of death until after burial.

Can I say may she rest in peace?

Remembering her wonderful and gentle soul will forever remain in our hearts. May she rest in peace. May her soul rest in peace and light forever. Wishing you peace and comfort.

What do you write on a religious sympathy card?

Christian Condolence Ideas Inspired from the Bible

  1. Please accept our heartfelt condolences for your loss.
  2. I’m so heartbroken to hear about your loss.
  3. My heart goes out to you during this painful time.
  4. Praying that God’s love enfolds you and comforts you through the pain.
  5. I’d like to offer my heartfelt sympathies.

How do you respond to condolences?

Responding to ‘I’m Sorry for Your Loss’ in Person

  1. “Thank you.”
  2. “Thank you for coming.”
  3. “I appreciate that.”
  4. “I was lucky to be able to share my life with him/her.”
  5. “Thank you.
  6. “Thank you for all your support during these difficult months.”
  7. “Thank you for reaching out to me.
  8. “Thank you.

How do you encourage someone after death?

5. Be willing to “go there” with them

  1. Be present for the tears, anger, and outbursts without judgment.
  2. Sit in silence.
  3. Talk about the person who died – say their name, share memories, bring them up.
  4. Just let the bereaved person cry.
  5. Offer validation and/or normalize the experience.

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