“The Case against Cremation and for Traditional Burial” A profound defense of Jewish tradition and the eternal sanctity of the human form

In recent years, a troubling and deeply concerning trend has emerged: too many Jews are opting for cremation without fully understanding its implications in Torah, Jewish tradition, and eternal Jewish values. What may seem like a modern or convenient choice is, in fact, a decision with profound spiritual consequences.

My new booklet, The Case Against Cremation and for Traditional Burial, offers a clear, powerful, and accessible response to this growing crisis. Born from my own observations and reinforced by communal leaders’ concerns, it brings together key articles and teachings into a compact yet impactful publication that speaks directly to one of the most urgent issues facing the Jewish community today.

The pressure to normalize cremation is real. Nationally, the U.S. cremation rate is projected to be 63.4 percent in 2025, while........

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