How Do You Jew: Jewish Rituals and Customs around Death

We will trace the journey from the end of life through burial and mourning, examining sacred traditions designed to honor the deceased (kavod ha-met) and comfort the grieving (nichum avelim). Discover the practical and spiritual significance of the chevra kadisha (burial society), tahara (ritual purification), the simplicity of traditional Jewish funerals, and the structured stages of mourning, including shiva and kaddish.
Rabbi Diane Tiferet Lakein (she/hers), is an ordained rabbi through ALEPH, the Alliance for Jewish Renewal. She received a Masters of Jewish Education from Hebrew College, and completed ALEPH's Davennen' Leadership Training Institute. Before joining Congregation Nevei Kodesh in 2020, she served as rabbi for two progressive communities in Europe: Chawurah Gescher in Freiburg (Germany), and Migwan in Basel (Switzerland).
Dinner is from 5:30-6 pm
Class is from 6-7:30 pm
Childcare is available with Advance Registration- best value in town.