Jewish Monuments
Jewish Monuments & Headstones – Honoring Sacred Traditions with Dignity
For more than 60 years, Memorial Arts of Ridgewood has had the sacred privilege of helping Jewish families create lasting, meaningful memorials that honor faith, heritage, family, and tradition. We understand the profound importance of this moment, and we approach every family with the utmost respect, sensitivity, and care.
Our family-owned business has worked closely with Jewish communities throughout Northern New Jersey and Rockland County, creating monuments that reflect Jewish values while meeting the specific requirements of cemeteries and halachic guidelines.
What We Create for Jewish Families
We specialize in timeless and dignified designs that honor Jewish tradition, including:
- Upright monuments, flat markers, companion stones, and double memorials
- Traditional symbols: Star of David, Menorah, eternal flame, broken chain, Tree of Life, or simple elegant lines
- Hebrew and English inscriptions, including Hebrew dates for yahrzeit observance
- High-quality granite in classic finishes and colors (grey, black, blue, red and more)
- Full compliance with Jewish cemetery regulations and halachic standards
Our team takes the time to listen to your wishes, ensuring every detail reflects the life, faith, and legacy of your loved one.
Local Cemetery Compliance Tips for Jewish Memorials
- Many Jewish cemeteries require the Hebrew name and date to appear on the front or back of the monument
- Some sections prefer or require flat markers rather than upright monuments
- Certain cemeteries have specific guidelines for height, width, base size, or the placement of symbols
- We are very familiar with the rules of Beth El Cemetery, Beth Israel Cemetery, Mt. Moriah Cemetery, Cedar Park Cemetery, Riverside Cemetery and most other Jewish, non-denominational, and municipal cemeteries throughout Bergen County, Rockland County (NY), and Northern New Jersey
- We handle all necessary permits, approvals, and direct coordination with cemetery officials so you can focus on remembrance, not paperwork
Common Inscription Phrases Used on Jewish Headstones
- פּ״נ (Po Nikbar / Po Nitman) – “Here Lies”
- ת.נ.צ.ב.ה (Tehe Nishmato Tzrurah Bitzror HaChayim) – “May his/her soul be bound up in the bond of eternal life”
- זיכרונו לברכה (Zichrono Livracha) – “May his/her memory be for a blessing”
- Hebrew name followed by family role: “Beloved Father and Grandfather”, “Cherished Mother and Grandmother”
- Combined with English personal messages of love, remembrance, and faith
We are here when you need us — with compassion and understanding
Whether you are planning ahead or making arrangements during a time of loss, our team will guide you through the process with patience, respect, and sensitivity.
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Call us today at 201-652-4301 or submit the form below for a free, no-obligation consultation.
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