Jewish Community of Madeira (Contact via Lisbon)

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Contact Info

+351 213 931 130
info@cilisboa.org
https://cilisboa.org
Jewish Cemetery location: Rua do Lazareto, Funchal
The Jewish Community of Madeira provides a vital link for those seeking Jewish burial rites and traditional funeral services on the island. While there is currently no active Synagogue building in Funchal, the community operates with dedicated guidance from the Lisbon headquarters to ensure all religious customs and halakhic requirements are meticulously honoured. For families navigating the loss of a loved one, they offer essential support in coordinating with local authorities for Jewish burial traditions and the ongoing maintenance of historic Jewish sites in Funchal. This service acts as a cultural bridge, offering pastoral care and administrative assistance for the Jewish diaspora and expats living in Madeira. By connecting families with the broader Portuguese Jewish network, they ensure that even in a remote island location, traditional mourning practices—including the Kaddish and proper tahara—are accessible. Whether you are pre-planning or in immediate need of bereavement support, this community provides a dignified, faith-based foundation for honoring those who have passed within the Jewish faith.

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