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Tag: Shiva
What to Do and What to Expect at a Shiva
The purpose of the shiva is to comfort the bereaved individual or family, there are a few basic steps for when you attend one.
Rabbi Malka Michel
February 13, 2025
Death and Dying
Lifecycles