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The tradition of bikur cholim (be-core kho-leem), Hebrew for "visiting the sick," is an imperative to visit and to inquire into the needs of those who are ill, homebound, or isolated. It is an expression of both responsibility and loving-kindness.

Visiting the sick brings comfort and reinforces connections to life and a supportive caring community. Bikur cholim teaches skills which broaden our perspective and enhance our lives.

Our mission is to raise awareness of this mitzvah. We support the development of bikur cholim activities by consulting, training volunteers, providing resource materials, organizing workshops and through our annual conference in New York City.

SAVE THE DATE: Sunday, November 9, 2008 I Awaken the Dawn: The Transformative Power of Bikur Cholim 21st Annual Conference on Visiting the Sick

"Turn To Me" the Bikur Cholim Film and Study Guide! [Order the Film and Preview the Study Guide] [Evaluation Form] [Testimonials]

©2008 Rabbi Isaac N. Trainin Bikur Cholim Coordinating Council
120 West 57th Street · New York, NY 10019
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