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Yahrzeits

A yahrzeit is the annual anniversary (on the Hebrew calendar) of an individuals passing.  Jewish tradition and ritual has surviving relatives commemorate the day with saying Kaddish and lighting a special candle.

In addition, Yizkor is recited at the following times during the year:
  • Yom Kippur
  • Shemini Atzeres
  • The eighth day of Passover
  • The second day of Shavuos

Yahrzeit Plaques

In addition to lighting a candle, Another widely observed tradition is to have a special bronze plaque placed in the synagogue.  The plaque is adorned with a small light, which is lit on the yahrzeit date and upon Yizkor.
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