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More and more Jews are choosing cremation rather that burial. Some of the reasons cited include environmentalism, discomfort with decomposition, and finances. Bestselling author, Doron Kornbluth spent over three years studying the subject, speaking with experts, consulting environmentalists, reading industry reports and academic studies, and examinig both the realities on the ground and the philosophies behind burial and cremation. Cremation or Burial? analyzes the reasons people choose cremation, pointing out many myths and misconceptions along the way, and explains why throughout history Judaism and Jews have insisted on burial. In this puick, easy-to-read, and informative book, readers will gain insight, knowledge, and understanding of this all-important issue. Learn MoreWhen a loved one passes away, it is a time of darkness and mourning for those left behind.
Presented from the authentic Torah viewpoint and filled with chizuk and emunah, When You’ve Lost a Loved One will bring light and hope to those feeling bereft and lost in a world forever altered. In his soft and uplifting style, Rabbi Keilson transforms the year of aveilus to one of healing and comfort—for aveilus is very real, but so is nechamah. And there is room for both.
“I rejoiced when they told me that your precious sefer…to strengthen broken hearts with emunah, is about to come out.”
Rav Yitzchok Kolodetsky
“Harav Dov Keilson has taken upon himself to strengthen and give solace to people who have experienced sadness in their lives…the broken hearts of Klal Yisrael will gain great chizuk from this sefer.”
Rav Yaakov Bender
About the Author:
Rabbi Dov Keilson resides with his family in Far Rockaway, New York, and serves as the mashgiach ruchani of Mesivta Chaim Shlomo/Yeshiva Darchei Torah for the past twenty-two years. He counsels talmidim throughout the day and gives mussar vaadim at night. He is the author of three books prior to this one and gives classes to young men in preparation for marriage as well. He is sought after for his guidance and advice, which is given over with warmth and heart. Learn More
A translation of talks delivered by the Rebbe after the passing of his father-in-law and predecessor, Rabbi Yosef Y. Schneerson, in 1950. Learn More
When a special person dies, it can be confusing for the children who were close. Not only is it hard for them to say good-bye to someone they love, but they are overwhelmed with all the changes in their lives.Will I Ever Be Happy Again? combines a child-friendly explanation of the post-death Jewish rituals with activities that encourage children to express their thoughts in words and pictures, helping them cope with their loss.
Parents, counselors, educators and community leaders helping Jewish families deal with bereavement will find this long-awaited book to be an invaluable resource. Learn More
Sharing the blessings of this life's final journey Learn More
In Never Alone, geared for teens who have lost a parent, popular writer, educator, and speaker Rabbi Y. Y. Rubinstein - himself orphaned of his father as an adolescent - sensitively and thoughtfully shares a path toward healing and moving forward. There are so many feelings a young teen in this position might be feeling - sadness, anger, pain, and guilt, among others - in addition to having numerous loaded questions about it all. With warmth, wisdom, and understanding, Rabbi Y. Y. offers validation, reassurance, answers, advice, and even some smiles.
Also included are pieces written by world-renowned maggid Rabbi Paysach Krohn; highly sought-after psychologist Mrs. Mindy Blumenfeld; and others who experienced profound losses yet whose experiences built them into the strong and supportive people they became.
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The heartwarming real-life stories offer hope and encouragement and remind us that we are not alone in our pain. If you're looking for a book that will reassure, empower, and uplift you, here it is!
-Rabbi Aron Litwin, MA, director of Mekimi, UKRabbi Rubinstein has for many years been involved in Pillars and Links, the two largest organizations dedicated to helping children who have sadly lost a parent. His new book, Avi Yesomim, is a lovely, kindhearted book. I highly recommend it.
-Rabbi Shimon Russell, LCSW, world-renowned parenting, marriage, and educational expertAvi Yesomim captures the real-life candor, clarity, and charisma that are synonymous with Rabbi Rubinstein's approach... This book is a heartfelt analysis of the realities relevant to orphaned children; a book that is valuable and necessary to bear them through loss and grief...
-Shoshana Rube, director of Pillars Learn More
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