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Waldheim Jewish Cemeteries

The Rosenberg mausoleum.

Jewish law requires burial in the earth. Thus, there are relatively few mausoleums at Waldheim. To remain in compliance with the law, an above-ground mausoleum should be filled with dirt, or have earth packed around the wooden coffins.




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