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קְבוּרָה kevura

The term used in the Tanakh for grave is kevura (קְבוּרָה) which comes from the root word kavar (קָבַר) which means “to bury.” The Church of the Holy Sepulchre: This church is believed to be the site of Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection. The Hebrew name for the Church of the Holy Sepulchre is כנסיית הקבר … Continue reading קְבוּרָה kevura →

kevura, burial

Kevurat Sadeh Ground Burial Kevurat Komot (Leveled Burial): one plot the allows multiple burials – the first burial is in the deepest depth and the last one at ground level. Kevura B'karka / In-Ground Burial. The natural decomposition of the body is of utmost importance in Jewish Law