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"Shulchan Aruch : One who is present at the time when the Neshama leaves, a Jewish man or woman must tear kriyah . Even if at times he performed a transgression for pleasure or if he overlooked the observance of a commandment due to the effort involved." -- Aveilus program, Lesson II
Welcome to Shema Yisrael's innovative Aveilus program. People of all backgrounds can benefit from learning the Avielus program, covering all the related topics using the framework of Shulchan Aruch and including interpretations and sources up till these current days.
Can I Join this program even though I am not a member of a "Chevra Kadisha"?
Of course! This program is designed for everyone that wants to have a deeper understanding of the Laws of Aveilus.
Do I need to have vast Rabinnical background to join your program?
No! We are providing for the first time a comprehensive program that will allow you to learn from "the ground up". You don't need any background to join the program and it will take you step by step through the basics of each topic. For Advanced learners - you will also have the structure to learn advanced materials and get ready for Rabbinical Smicha exams if you like.
"It is the first time, to my knowledge - that such a comprehensive and methodical program is offered in an attempt to teach and present the Jewish Laws of Mourning in a clear and understandable language." -
Yerucham Kopelman, 20 years plus with the Chevra Kadisha, North Miami Beach, Fla
Who is teaching this program?
HaRav Yitchak Tzvi Oshinsky received Semicha from the Israeli Rabbinate, HaRav Yitzchak Kulitz, z"l, HaRav Goldberg, shlita, HaRav Nissanbaum, shlita, and HaRav Avraham Cohen, Shlita.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
How does the Shulchan Aruch Project work?
One gets 2 written lectures (shiurim) twice weekly
How long is the shiur?
7-9 pages
What does it contain?
It contains the translation of the Mechaber and Rama (the two main commentaries of the Shulchan Aruch. It then goes to the source of the law. The Source in the chumash is brought down followed by the Gemara explaining the topic followed by the appropriate Rishonim and Achronim
Does it mean we get the sources and we look them up?
No, we bring down the commentary and explain the concept, define all terms i.e. the work Mukzta......which means set aside and then we give many examples. We then bring down for example the Rambam and explain what the he meant and what the source was.
What about the Halacha as it applies to as today what do we do then?
We bring down all the contemporary Halachic decisions based on the comments of R' Shlomo Zalman Auerbach zt', R' Moshe Feinstein zt'l, R' Ovadia Yosef Shilita.
What if I have a particular problem?
Then the Rav who writes the program will answer as well as consult with his contemporaries on the issue depending on its complexity.
How do I ask questions?
You just send a question via email which is returned with your answer.
How long is each program?
The programs vary from 6 months for Eruvin to nearly 2 years for Shabbos. Issur V' Heter is approximately one year,
whereas Aveilus is about 10 months and Shaatnes four months.
I'm still not sure I understand how it works inside?
Okay, every week you recieve an average of 2 written Shiruim, you take the appropriate Shulchan Aruch and list of Seforim and learn it together. Then at the end of each shiur is a review of the shiur and questions from the previous shiur.
You then develop a method of review.
What happens then?
After each section is an exam
Do I have to take it?
No,
Why not?
There are 2 levels to our program......level 1 is our regular learning project for those who are seeking only structure to their learning without the pressure of an exam. Level 2 is our Smicha Program which requires you take the exams.
Where do I take these exams?
They are taken anywhere you want, but the final exam is taken in Yerushalyaim.
What are the costs involved?
Those vary according to the level you are taking .
What do I do now?
Fill out the form by clicking here
and if your in Israel just call (972) country code-03-616-6340
or write to smicha@shemayisrael.com for questions. Schedule and Curriculum
for Aveilus:
Syllabus Program
Summarization of the Laws of Mourning
Approximate number of summary lessons for the Laws of
Mourning – 83
Division of Topics and Amount of Summarizations for each Topic:
The Laws of Kriah(1) (siman 340): 8 Summaries
The Laws of Onen(2) (siman 341): 3 Summaries
A Groom in Mourning (siman 342): 2 Summaries
The Funeral, The Eulogy and other particulars in the handling of the
deceased (siman 343-368): 15 Summaries
Tumat Meis(3) and Kohanim (siman369-373): 8 Summaries
The Laws at the Commencement of the Mourning and the Clearing of the
Grave :( siman374 -375): 7 Summaries
The Laws Pertaining to the Shiva(5) (siman 376-396): 25
Summaries
The Essence of Avelut (7) and the Laws Pertaining to Mourning on Yom Tov
and Shabbos (siman 397 -401): 9 summaries
The Laws of Shemuoh(8) and the Collecting of the Bones (siman 402-403): 6
summaries
Every Week 2 summaries will be presented; 8 summaries per month.
Timetable for the total program on summarizations of Avelut: approximately 10
months (approximate)
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(1) Kriah – the tearing of the clothing for mourning
(2)Onen – the intermediate time from when one first hears that a close relative has died and until the person is buried
(3) Tumat Meis – ritual impurity of the dead body
(4) Kohanim – the Priests should be wary of going near the deceased person
(5) Shiva – the seven days of mourning
(7)Avelut – the period of mourning
(8) Shemuoh – when one hears that a relative has died
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