What Happens After Death in Judaism? The Soul, Afterlife, and Grief

About this episode

Adrienne explores Jewish perspectives on the afterlife, the soul, and mourning, reflecting on grief and support through loss.

What happens after death in Judaism? Adrienne explores the Jewish perspectives on the afterlife, the soul, and mourning, and how these ideas shape how we respond to loss. Drawing on personal experience, she reflects on why words often feel inadequate in grief and why presence can matter more than explanations. Through a well-known Jewish parable and classic sources, this episode offers insight into how life prepares us for what comes next, and how we can better support others through loss. Resources mentioned in the episode:Remember My Soul by Lori PalatnikFrom One Life to the Next Life: The Sacred Passage After Death by Lisa FelderThe Jewish Way in Death and Mourning by Rabbi Maurice Lamm The Rise & Shine Podcast Series is made possible by the generous support of Bonnie Vozar of Chicago, Illinois. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org

People in this episode

Host: Adrienne Gold Davis

Topics covered

• afterlife
• soul
• grief
• mourning
• Jewish perspectives
• loss
• support

Keywords

• Judaism
• afterlife
• soul
• grief
• mourning
• Jewish parable
• loss
• support

Sponsors

Bonnie Vozar

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Momentum Podcasts

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