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Psalm 20 is traditionaly recited for oneself or a loved one who is suffering or in danger

Psalm 121... Psalm 130... Psalm 91... Adon Olam... Ana B'choach... V'al Ken Ne'kaveh... The Shema and verses of unity

Recited seven times while accompanying the casket

The "acceptance of judgement" prayer

Recited in the house of mourning

Text of the Yizkor memorial prayer recited on Yom Kippur, Shmini Atzeret (the 8th day of Sukkot) and the last day of Passover

On anniversary of a loved one's passing (yahrzeit, or yahrtzeit) we honor their memory by reciting the kaddish prayer, giving additional charity and learning Torah. Use this tool to determine the Hebrew date of your loved one's yahrzeit.