Chapter 12

Question 1

What is Kaddish and when is it said?

Answer 1

a refrain in the synagogue liturgy having no open reference to death or mourning; an ancient Aramaic prose-poem sanctifying God’s name and praying for the speedy coming of his kingdom; at the end of worship services; congregation leader and congregation alike repeat it; it is special for those in mourning

Question 2

How long is a Shiva and what is done? How long is a Shloshim and how is it related?

Answer 2

7 days, the mourners remain at home seated on low stools receiving a continuous stream of condolence calls, shloshim is 30 days, they resume normal activity, avoiding places of entertainment and continue to observe certain forms and prayers

Question 3

When do Shiva and Shloshim take place?

Answer 3

Shiva takes place 7 days after a death; Shloshim takes place for 30 days after that