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To: HowardLSmith.ô¿ô

How do people "sitting shiva"? And try saying that fast five times.


3 posted on 12/07/2004 5:15:16 AM PST by Enterprise (The left hates the Constitution. Islamic Fascism hates America. Natural allies.)
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To: Enterprise
UNDERSTANDING THE TRADITION OF SHIVA
The term Shiva is derived from a Hebrew word meaning "seven". It refers to the seven day period of mourning which takes place following a burial. During this period of time, family members suspend all worldly activities, and devote full attention to remembering and mourning the deceased. This is what is called "sitting Shiva".

6 posted on 12/07/2004 5:53:49 AM PST by syriacus (Who wanted Margaret Hassan murdered? What did she know about the oil-for-food scandal?)
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To: Enterprise

In the South it's known as "Sitting Up with the Dead"

Also see "Ray Stevens"


15 posted on 12/15/2004 11:48:48 PM PST by chaosagent (It's all right to be crazy. Just don't let it drive you nuts.)
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