How long do you mourn after a person dies?

Answer 1

Mourning traditions vary from culture to culture. There is no standard model in the Catholic Church because Catholocism has been embraced by so many cultures around the world and has accommodated a variety of local traditions. Even more so, there is no uniform Christian mourning tradition. The Jewish tradition divides mourning into segments: Between death and burial, the mourners are exempt from all religious obligations. For the 7 days after burial, the mourners are expected to stay home, supported by their community which convenes prayer services at the home for the mourners. Until 30 days after the burial, the mourners are expected to live soberly, avoiding frivolous activity. For 11 months after burial, the mourners should attend religious services daily to say the Mourner's Kaddish. One year after burial, it is traditional to set the headstone at the grave. On the anniversary of the death, Jewish mourners also try to say the Mourner's Kaddish.