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What do you say when someone passes away in Hebrew?
Following the burial, non-family members form two lines and, as the mourners pass by them, they recite the traditional condolence: “Hamakom y’nachem etchem b’toch sh’ar availai tziyon ee yerushalayim.” May God comfort you among all the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.
How do you express sympathy in Hebrew?
The most commonly used Hebrew phrase for condolences is “HaMakom y’nachem etkhem b’tokh sh’ar a’vaylay Tzion v’Y’rushalayim,” which means “May God comfort you among the other mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.” The phrase “shelo ted’u od tza’ar,” meaning “That you should know no further sorrow,” is also appropriate.
What is the Hebrew word for mourning?
Avelut
Avelut, a Hebrew word meaning “bereavement,” refers to the mourning period following interment. A mourner during this period is called an avel. Avelut, which follows aninut, encompasses the mourning customs of Shivah, Sheloshim, and, when a parent has died, the entire twelve-month mourning period.
What does Baruch Dayan Ha Emet mean?
Blessed is the True Judge
When an immediate relative (parent, sibling, spouse or child) initially hears of the death of a relative, it is traditional to express one’s grief by tearing their clothing and saying “Baruch Dayan HaEmet” (Blessed is the True Judge).
What is a good Bible verse for someone who lost a loved one?
‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’ or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.
Is it OK to say my deepest condolences?
However, to say “deepest condolence” is grammatically correct as well. My deepest condolences are with his family after their loss. My deepest condolence is with his family after their loss.
How do you write a condolence message?
Condolences
- “We are so sorry for your loss.”
- “I’m going to miss her, too.”
- “I hope you feel surrounded by much love.”
- “Sharing in your sadness as you remember Juan.”
- “Sharing in your sadness as you remember Dan.”
- “Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs.
- “With deepest sympathy as you remember Robert.”
What do you say when someone says my condolences?
Responding to ‘I’m Sorry for Your Loss’ in Person
- “Thank you.”
- “Thank you for coming.”
- “I appreciate that.”
- “I was lucky to be able to share my life with him/her.”
- “Thank you.
- “Thank you for all your support during these difficult months.”
- “Thank you for reaching out to me.
- “Thank you.