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Publication Date: January 2001
Publisher: National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership (U.S.)
Author(s): Vanessa L. Ochs
Research Area: Culture and religion
Keywords: Medical Ethics; Jewish Values; Spirituality
Type: Brief
Coverage: United States
Abstract:
The author analyzes aspects of Jewish tradition that emotionally and spiritually speak to individuals who are nearing the end of their lives. She looks to eight principles that she believes are internalized facets of Judaism - Kavod (Honor), Goral (Fate), Rofeh Cholim (Healer of the Sick), Tzelem Elohim (Being in the Image of God), Menschlikeit (Being a really good person), Shalom Bayit (Keeping the peace), and B'shert (It's meant to be so).