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Tag Archives: Ethical Will
The Judaic Tradition of Ethical Wills
Ethical wills have been part of Jewish heritage for generations
An ethical will — also known as a “legacy letter” — is a document that bequeaths not material goods, but ideas and values. For Jewish people, ethical wills are a recognized part of how their faith is passed on from … Continue reading
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Tagged Dying, Ethical Will, Heart wills, Israel, Jewish Tradition, Jews, Judaism, Sharing values and traditions, United States
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Our Weekly Tip: Writing an Ethical Will or Heart Will
Leaving a written record of your values and beliefs
Our Tip of the Week: A testamentary will — the type of will with which most people are familiar — is a legal document clarifying your intentions regarding the distribution of your property and the care of any minor children … Continue reading
“The Wealth of Your Life”
A handy spiral-bound booklet to prepare your ethical will in writing
An ethical will, or what I prefer to call a heart will, is perhaps the most extraordinary gift someone who is terminally ill can leave to a family member. In its simplest form, a heart will is the act of … Continue reading
