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What do we get buried with? A Parochet?

Permitted Uses for A Used, Great Condition Parochet?
In Chicago area, due to demographics, an old synagogue has closed and merged with two others nearby. There is a surplus of Judaica, and holy objects, including a beautiful, large parochet ( in use for over 80 years ). It is being offered for sale. A friend from my boyhood who “grew up”, was married, and celebrated many life cycle events in the synagogue, now has a terminal illness and has asked me to acquire the parochet for him. He has indicated that he would like the parochet to cover his coffin during the funeral service and that it accompany him to the grave site prior to his burial. Please advise.

Thank you.




Segulot for becoming pregnant:

  • First and foremost, one should be careful to practice the laws of family purity (Taharat Hamishpacha) accurately, including a review of the halachot.

  • Married women should cover their hair with a head covering such as a scarf or a hat, or ideally, a wig, according to Chabad custom.

  • In addition to the above, look back and try to remember if you offended anyone when you were dating, and if you did, appease him and ask for forgiveness.

  • Invite guests to your home.

  • Study Chassidus

  • Support places of Torah learning.

  • On the practical level, it would be advisable to get expert medical counseling and support in accordance with Jewish law from an organization that deals with this issue specifically, such as Machon Puah.



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