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Bikur cholim (Hebrew: ביקור חולים; "visiting the sick"; also transliterated bikur holim) refers to the mitzvah (Jewish religious commandment) to visit and extend aid to the sick.[1] It is considered an aspect of gemilut chasadim (benevolence, selflessness, loving-kindness).[2] It is traditional to recite prayers for healing, such as the Mi Shebeirach prayer in the synagogue, and Psalms (especially Psalm 119) on behalf of the sick.[3] Bikur holim societies exist in Jewish communities around the world. The earliest bikur holim society on record dates back to the early Middle Ages.[4]
- ^ "Jewish Learning: Visiting the Sick." Jewish Virtual Library. [1]
- ^ Scheib, Ariel. "Visiting the Sick." Jewish Virtual Library
- ^ Scheib, "Visiting the Sick."
- ^ "What is Bikur holim?". Archived from the original on 2008-04-19. Retrieved 2008-05-12.
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