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Death and Mourning Quiz

What are the history and practical aspects of Jewish bereavement?

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Question 1 of 10
From the time they find out about a family member's death, until the burial, mourners are in a state called
Question 2 of 10
Which prayer is at the end of the deathbed viddui ceremony?
Question 3 of 10
True or false: There is no explicit prohibition against suicide in the Bible.
Question 4 of 10
True or false: In Jewish law, a dying person is not afforded the same rights as a healthy person.
Question 5 of 10
True or false: Jewish tradition has no laws against cremation.
Question 6 of 10
True or false: According to Jewish law, a convert is not obligated to sit shiva for a member of his/her gentile family.
Question 7 of 10
According to Jewish tradition, one is obligated to observe mourning rituals for the following relatives
Question 8 of 10
What is a shomer in the context of death and mourning?
Question 9 of 10
What is an ethical will?
Question 10 of 10
When might Jewish law permit autopsies?

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