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Mishpacha: Death and Mourning in Judaism
Discusses the stages of mourning. Defines and describes the shiva.
Jewish Federations of North America
Jewish Federations of North America: Funeral Customs: Say Goodbye to a Loved One
Learn about Jewish traditional death rituals and how "to die and be buried as a Jew" in this guide to Jewish living. Jewish law and customs differ between traditional Jews and Reform Jews.
Judaism 101
Judaism 101: Life, Death and Mourning
Description of Jewish death and mourning rituals, tracing before, during, and after burial.
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: Glossary of Jewish Terms
Basic definition of abelut. Reference to shiva as well. A large glossary of definitions for the Jewish Student.