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Visiting a Jewish Monument: 7 Things To Know

Within the traditions of the Jewish faith, there is a great deal of emphasis on family. Family presence during significant moments (Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, graduations, and so forth) is very important. When the time comes, raising a family is also a considerable honor. Unfortunately, sitting Shiva for a loved one is equally as important…

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Helping Friends Through Their Grief

Losing a loved one is devastating. At Fox Monuments, we know just how profound a loss it can be. Losing friends or family members is always incredibly painful and it’s usually the worst time in someone’s life. Obviously, we all know how difficult this kind of loss can be. That’s why when a friend loses…

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What is the Yizkor?

The complex history of the Jewish faith offers mourners countless traditions to grieve the death of loved ones. In essence, the ultimate goal of these traditions is to honor and respect the memory of the deceased individual. However, the Jewish stages of mourning play a critical role in helping survivors process and overcome their grief….

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COVID-19: How Fox Monuments is Committed to Serving Our Community

At Fox Monuments, we’ve worked together as a family company for decades to serve Long Island’s Jewish community. Our primary mission is to guide and support people throughout the most difficult times in their lives. Unfortunately, right now we’re in the midst of a public health crisis with the spread of the coronavirus. As we…

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Flowers at Jewish Funerals: Why They’re Not Appropriate

Month by month, we discuss the rich and complex Jewish traditions surrounding death and mourning. Judaism is among the world’s most ancient and revered religions. Therefore, it has a countless array of practices and customs when it comes to the end of life and funerals. The rich tapestry of Jewish tradition presents several opportunities for…

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Shiva: A Guide for Non-Jews

Fox Monuments, being a provider of Jewish memorials and headstones, naturally explores Jewish customs in our posts. Judaism is rich with history and cultural significance. Jewish practices concerning death and mourning are varied and unique. And Fox Monuments has paid tribute to Long Island’s Jewish community for decades. However, many non-Jewish mourners can often feel…

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What Role does the Rabbi Play in Mourning?

The rabbi plays a critical role in the Jewish mourning process, as a key point of guidance and wisdom for the family. Essentially, rabbis are the keepers of the Jewish faith. Their importance isn’t simple reserved for providing solace after death. Throughout the tradition of Judaism, rabbis have served by encouraging people to be faithful…

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3 Important Readings for Jewish Mourners

When it comes to the Jewish stages of mourning as well as the memorial services, those bereaved from the loss of a loved one look to the Torah and other texts for guidance and wisdom. Rabbis encourage those coping with a loss to find healing in sacred Jewish literature. Additionally, the right poetry or writings…

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The Jewish Stages of Mourning

Fox Monuments has served Long Island’s Jewish community for decades. We’ve provided guidance and support throughout difficult times of grieving. Naturally, we’ve done our best to honor the many Jewish customs and traditions surrounding death and burial. In the Jewish faith, there are specific guidelines surrounding the appropriate response to a death in the family….

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Rending the Garments: What is Keriah?

This post has been updated from its original publication date of May 21st, 2018. It has been edited for consistency and updated information on our services.  Developing meaningful memorial customs is a natural step in overcoming grief after the death of a loved one. Among those who attend Jewish memorial services, it’s common knowledge that tearing…

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