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Why don't children attend Jewish funerals?
This is not true. Children are permitted at funerals.
What kinds of customs do they uphold at Jewish funerals?
Jewish funerals have several customs. After death, the body isn't to be left unattended. The deceased is buried in a simple wooden casket without any metal parts.
Are Christians welcome at Jewish funerals?
Yes if the purpose is to mourn the loss of a loved one or friend, or to comfort and support the mourners because of a connection to the deceased or to the mourners. It is very commonplace -- and it is not limited to Christians -- people of all faiths who have those purposes are welcome. Is there a family that might take exception? Of course, but that would be true for any faith based on personal choice. For instance, sometimes a family will have a family or private funeral only; then nobody other than the specific invitees are welcome.
Are Jewish people allowed to attend Protestant funerals?
There is no issue with Jews attending Protestant funerals from the perspective of the Protestant Church. However, most Jews will not enter a church due to Jewish law prohibiting participating in religious services of another religion.
Why is the naming of a Jewish child important?
To welcome the child into the Jewish community.
Can a Christian go to a Jehovah's Witness funeral?
Yes,all denominations are welcome to respectfully attend Jehovah's Witness funerals.
Why don't Jewish funerals allow flowers and music?
They're considered symbols of joy, which are inappropriate for sad occasions.
Can Jews attend non-Jewish weddings and funerals?
The Catholic person should check with his own church. As far as the Jews are concerned . . . Of course.
Did Jesus have a Jewish funeral?
Virtually all Jews in Israel at the time of Jesus had Jewish funerals, including Jesus. At that time, a Jewish funeral would have NOT included a coffin.However, according to Christian belief, Jesus was never buried.
How many options are there to hold Jewish funerals?
There are 4 options:1. Funeral home2. Synagogue3. Cemetery chapel4. Graveside
Why are Jewish funerals so important?
Yes, funerals are very important to Jewish people. And there are many rituals involved to make this sad time a little more bearable.
Is Buddhism judaism compatible?
Yes. I personally know Jewish Buddhists, a Jesuit Buddhist, atheist Buddhists, and all stripes of Protestants and ex-Protestants and ex-Catholics. There's an interesting book called The Jew in the Lotus. Many prominent American Buddhists are Jewish.
