Often the Hebrew letter Shin is on the surface. This stands for Shaddai, one of the oldest names of God. The parchment inside always has the same text. Later on, when we enter the sanctuary, note the mezzuzah on the doorpost. As you walk down the hall, you will see our Memorial Boards on your right.
Congregants can purchase a plaque to honor the memory of a family member who has died.
We have a high regard for the memory of the departed. It is said that after death we live on in the acts of goodness that we perform and in the memories of those who love us. The anniversary of the day of death is termed the Yahrzeit. In the home it is customary to light a candle at sundown of the eve of the anniversary. The Yahrzeit candle burns 24 hours.