FSE2060 Funeral Directing Final Review

El Malei Rachamin

In the Jewish faith, a memorial service; literally "God full of compassion", usually *the last prayer* of the funeral service; sometimes referred to as Malei.

Hesped

In the Jewish faith, a eulogy or true evaluation of the deceased's life as part of the funeral service.

Kaddish

In the Jewish faith, a prayer recited for the deceased by the direct mourners (parents, siblings, spouse, children) for the first time at the conclusion of the interment service; subsequently recited by children for parents at every service for 11 months and by other category mourners for 30 days.

Kriah

Hebrew word meaning rending or tearing of, symbol of grief; tear in the upper corner of the garment or on the symbolic ribbon worn by survivors.

Levaya

In the Jewish faith, the funeral procession.

Menorah

In the Jewish faith, a candelabrum with a central stem bearing 7 candles; oldest symbol in Judaism. *Placed at the head of the casket*.

Acolyte

A person assisting the celebrant in a religious service or procession.

Mogen David (Star of David)

In the Jewish faith, a hexagram formed by the combination of 2 triangles; also called the Jewish Star; symbolizes a new hope for the Jewish people.

Rabbi

Teacher or ordained leader in the Jewish faith.

Shabbat

Jewish Sabbath; begins at sundown Friday and ends at sundown Saturday.

Shivah

In the Jewish faith, a seven-day mourning period.

Sholoshim

Meaning 30 in the Jewish faith; a 30 day mourning period.

Shomer

In the Jewish faith, a watcher, one who sits with the body until burial.

Synagogue

Orthodox Jewish religious building, may also be referred to as Temple or Shul.

Taharah

In the Jewish faith, the ceremony of washing the deceased before the burial; serves as a ritual purification or cleansing of the body; should be performed by Chevra Kaddisha.

Archbishop

In the Roman Catholic faith, the bishop of highest rank in a group of dioceses.

Archdiocese

Geographical grouping of one or more dioceses under the jurisdiction of an Archbishop.

Diocese (origin of Archdiocese)

Geographical grouping of parishes under the jurisdiction of a Bishop.

Bishop

The head of a territorial unit of The Church.

Brother

In the Roman Catholic faith, a man who is a member of a religious order without being ordained or while preparing for ordination.

Altar

Elevated place or structure on which sacrifices are offered or at which religious rites are performed; in the Christian faith, a table on which the Eucharist or Holy Communion is offered.

Cardinal

Dignity conferred upon Bishops or Priests making them princes of the Roman Catholic Church.

Celebrant

Officiant who celebrates the Mass in the Roman Catholic Church.

Chancel

Area around the alter of the church, usually enclosing the clergy and other officials; one of 2 main areas of the church, the other being the nave.

Yarmulke (Kippah, Yamaka)

In the Jewish faith, a skull cap worn by the men at the temple services and funeral services.

Yizkor

In the Jewish faith, memorial service recited four times a year.

Epistle side

In liturgical Protestant churches, the right side of the church (as the congregation faces the altar), from which readings and prayers are often proclaimed.

Gospel side

In liturgical Protestant churches, the left side of the church (as the congregation faces the altar), from which the minister delivers the sermon.

Crucifix

A cross with a figure or image representing the body of Christ (Corpus Christi) on it.

Deacon

In the Roman Catholic faith, a member of the clerical order (clergy) just below a Priest.

Final Commendation

In the Roman Catholic faith, the ending portion of the Funeral Mass.

A Funeral Mass is associated with which religion?

Roman Catholic

Genuflect

In the Roman Catholic faith, the act of bending the knee as an indication of reverence or an act of humility.

Holy Water

In the Roman Catholic faith, consecrated (blessed) water.

Holy Water is associated with which religion?

Roman Catholic

Icon

Holy pictures, usually of Christ, the Mother of Christ, and the Saints, found covering the walls, iconostasis, and special shrines around the church.

An Icon is associated with which religion?

Eastern Orthodox (Christian)

Iconostasis

A solid screen, covered with icons, at the front of the church, dividing the sanctuary from the body of the building (nave).

Iconostasis is associated with which religion?

Eastern Orthodox (Christian)

Kever

In the Jewish faith, the name for a grave.

If a minister wants a family to sit in front of the pulpit, which side is the family sitting on?

The gospel side.

What are the first 3 letters in the Greek word for Jesus?

IHS

What is the abbreviation for the Latin term meaning, "Jesus of Nazareth, King of Jews"?

INRI

Which side of the Liturgical church is the pulpit?

The gospel side.

Mass Card (Spiritual Bouquet)

In the Roman Catholic faith, a document indicating the offering of a Mass for a specific intention.

Monsignor

In the Roman Catholic faith, the honorary title conferred upon a Priest.

What is another name for the entranceway of a funeral home or church?

Narthex, foyer, lobby, vestible

Nave

The seating section of the main body of the church; one of two main areas of the church, the other being the chancel.

Liturgical Worship

(Eucharist Centered) Prescribed order or form of worship specific to a particular denomination which will have the Eucharist or Holy Communion as its central element.

What are the sects of the Jewish faith?

Orthodox, conservative, reformed.

Which Jewish sect is most strict?

Orthodox

Which Jewish sect is least strict (liberal)?

Reformed

What is the requirement for notification of clergy for the Jewish faith?

Notification of Rabbi is required for Orthodox Jews unless the death occurs on the Sabbath.

Non-Liturgical Worship

(Scripture Centered) Form or order of worship having the scriptures as the central element, with the actual order of worship determined by the local congregation or clergy.

What is another name for Scripture Centered worship?

Non-Liturgical worship

Officiant

The individual who leads a religious funeral service.

What is the requirement for notification of clergy (Priest) for the Roman Catholic faith?

There is no requirement for notification of death to clergy.

Pall

Symbolic cloth covering placed over the casket in the vestibule of the church, signifying that in the eyes of God, all people are created equal. (Liturgical)

Who is Mary Baker Eddy?

Founder, teacher and writer of the Church of Christ, Scientist.

Paschal candle

In the Roman Catholic faith, a candle placed near the casket during the Funeral Mass that signifies the everlasting light of Christ.

Pastor

In the Catholic faith, one having spiritual care over a number of people.

Who is the head of a Roman Catholic Church?

The Pope

Prie Dieu

In the Roman Catholic faith, a kneeling rail for prayer. (Kneeler, Prayer)

Priest (Parish)

In the Roman Catholic faith, one who is ordained to carry out the works of the church, subordinate to the Bishop, addressed as "Father".

Requiem Candles

Three candles placed on each side of the casket in the front of the altar; recently replaced by the use of a Paschal Candle in many areas of the country.

When is a Jewish remains embalmed?

Only when requested by the family or required by civil law.

Scapular

In the Roman Catholic faith, a piece of cloth or metal with religious significance, usually worn around the neck.

Sanctuary

In the Roman Catholic faith, the *part of the chancel containing the altar*.

Rosary Beads

In the Roman Catholic faith, beads and a crucifix used as an aid in the recitation of prayers.

What are the only dressing/casketing restrictions for a layperson in a Roman Catholic church?

Rosary beads should be placed in the hands, and a crucifix should appear on the casket.

How can a burial flag and a pall be placed in/on a casket at the same time?

Fold the flag and place it within the casket; place the pall on top of the casket.

Sign of the Cross

In the Roman Catholic faith, a sign made with the right hand touching the forehead, breast, left shoulder, and right shoulder, successively.

Trancepts

In the Roman Catholic faith, wings of the main part of the church which may serve as small chapels for baptisms, weddings, and even small funeral services.

Vestments

In the Roman Catholic faith, ritual garments worn by the clergy.

Solea

In the Eastern Orthodox (Christian) faith, the open area before the altar in the Orthodox Church.

Trisagion

In the Eastern Orthodox (Christian) faith, three short services or blessings, conducted *at the funeral home the evening before the funeral, prior to leaving for the church, and at the cemetery*.

Ward

In *The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints*, a geographical community of believers; may have familial, linguistic, or cultural characteristics.

What are the dressing restrictions for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints?

The clothing to be used depends on whether or not the deceased had completed the *Temple Ordinance, or been endowed*. If the deceased was NOT endowed, the clothing was chosen by the family, if the deceased WAS endowed, temple garments would be worn.

Which religion wears a green apron and white sash?

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Where is the place of service for The The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?

LDS Chapel (meeting house) or the funeral home. *NOT* at the Temple.

Columbarium

A structure, room or space in a mausoleum or other building containing niches or recesses used to hold cremated remains.

Bar Minen

Deceased male (Jewish)

Bat Minen

Deceased female (Jewish)

What religious paraphanelia is used by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?

No religious objects/icons are used.

What term/phrase do Christian Scientist's use to describe a deceased person?

Passed on (as opposed to died)

Cantor

A religious singer who assists the clergy - the Rabbi in the Jewish faith or the Priest in the Eastern Orthodox faith.

Chevrah Kadisha

Hebrew meaning "Holy Society"; a group of men or women who care for the dead; they may be referred to by laymen as the "washers". In the past, they took care of all funeral arrangements and preparations for Jewish funerals.

Alternative container

An unfinished wood box or other non-metal receptacle or enclosure, without ornamentation or a fixed interior lining, which is designed for the encasement of human remains and which is made of fiberboard, pressed-wood, composition materials (with or without an outside covering) or like materials.

Cash advance

Any item of service or merchandise described to a purchaser as a "cash advance," "accommodation," "cash disbursement," or similar term. *Any item obtained from a third party and paid for by the funeral provider on behalf of the purchaser. Items include cemetery spaces, crematory costs, florist fees, death certificates, transportation/shipment of remains, livery services - limo, hearse, honorariums for musicians and singers, honorariums for clergy or celebrant, death notice fee for newspaper*. A fee CAN be charged for acquiring a cash advance item.

Casket Price List (CPL)

A separate, printed or typewritten list that states in detail, all caskets and alternative containers (if direct cremation is offered) offered and supplied by the FH that do not require special ordering.

How long must the GPL be retained?

At least one year from the last date it was in use (not the effective date).

Direct cremation

Disposition of human remains by cremation, without formal viewing, visitation or ceremony with the body present.

Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

An agency of federal government created in 1941 to promote free and fair competition by prevention of trade restraints, price fixing, false advertising, and other unfair methods of competition.

Funeral goods

Funeral merchandise, such as urns, caskets, memorial folders, that are available for purchase.

General Price List (GPL)

A printed list of goods and services offered for sale by funeral providers with retail prices. GPL is considered the keystone of the Funeral Rule.

Casket

A rigid container designed for encasement of human remains and which is usually constructed of wood, metal, or like material, and ornamented and lined with fabric.

Immediate burial

Disposition of human remains by burial, without formal viewing, visitation or ceremony with the body present, except for a graveside service.

Itemization

The method of price quotation by which each unit of service and/or merchandise is priced separately.

What is the only non-declinable fee?

Basic services of FD and staff.

Outer burial container

Any container which is designed for placement in the grave around the casket including, but not limited to, containers commonly known as burial vaults, grave boxes, and grave liners intended to support the earths load above it.