Misaskim

This article is about the contemporary Jewish organization. For Jewish burial societies in general, sometimes called Misaskim, see Chevra Kadisha.

Misaskim (Hebrew: מתעסקים‎‎[1][2] Mit'asḳim, attendants, a term used for members of a Chevra Kadisha (Jewish burial society);[3] pronounced Misaskim in Ashkenazi Hebrew) is an American Orthodox Jewish not-for-profit organization founded in 2004[4][5] that provides services for the care of the dead and the needs and conveniences of mourners in accordance to Jewish law and custom. Misaskim also provides help during situations of crisis. Misaskim is directed by Rabbi Yaakov ("Yanky", also known as Jack) Meyer, one of the organization's founders,[2][5][6] and by Rabbi Meir Weill.[7]

Misaskim provides support and assistance to individuals experiencing crisis or tragedy by providing vital community services, which include safeguarding the dignity of the deceased, assisting the bereaved by providing free shiva-related services[8] and supporting individuals during these times. Their services include moral support and assistance with challenges during crisis or loss.

Services

Mourner's needs

Misaskim provides items needed for observing Shiva after the death of an immediate family member. They provide low chairs, Siddurim, Sefer Torah, folding chairs, guide to the customs of Shiva, and many other items needed. They deliver these items free of charge.[4][7]

Relationships with other organizations

In 2007, ZAKA announced cooperation with Misaskim, effectively making Misaskim the American branch of the Israeli organization.[2]

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Home page". Misaskim. Retrieved 21 December 2012.
  2. 1 2 3 "שיתוף פעולה למען כבוד המת" [Cooperation for the sake of the honor of the dead]. ZAKA. 9 November 2007. Retrieved 20 December 2012.
  3. ↑ Eisenstein, Judah David (1902). "Burial society". In Singer, Isidore; et al. Jewish Encyclopedia. 3. New York: Funk & Wagnalls Company. p. 437. Retrieved 20 December 2012.
  4. 1 2 Tzvi Aryeh Benoff (17 August 2011). "Misaskim: one crisis at a time". The Jewish Press. Retrieved 21 December 2012.
  5. 1 2 Yaffi Spodek (12 June 2009). "Misaskim chesed organization plans local expansion". The Jewish Star. 8 (24). pp. 1, 9. OCLC 798463902. Retrieved 20 December 2012.
  6. ↑ Hamodia Staff (28 February 2012). ""Never Give Up," Misaskim Director Tells Assemblage" (PDF). Hamodia. Daily IX (1992). pp. 1, 5. Retrieved 20 December 2012.
  7. 1 2 JV Staff (23 November 2012). "Misaskim Commemorates Opening of New Garage in Williamsburg". The Jewish Voice. 9 (47). Brooklyn, New York. p. 27. ISSN 2155-434X. Retrieved 28 December 2012.
  8. ↑ Gershon Tannenbaum (9 May 2007). "Misaskim Organization - Free Services For Families In Shivah". The Jewish Press. Retrieved 20 December 2012.

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