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A Buddhist Funeral is a special celebration to the memory of a recently departed loved one. They are not like the standard funerals we have all grown up with. Instead, these ceremonies are much different. Unlike a service held for a typical human being, Buddhist funerals do not have a formal start or finish. Instead, they are normally held in one location and then dispersed. It is for this reason that many friends and family members are encouraged to attend these ceremonies, even if they cannot actually participate in the actual funeral itself.
A good number of non-believers feel uncomfortable attending a Buddhist funeral services because of the nature of the religion. This may be true as well. Just like Christianity, Buddhism places great emphasis on the idea of tibetan lama. The Buddhist religion, unlike most other religions, does not believe in any heaven or hell. With that said, it should be noted that a number of Buddhist funeral services do involve the concept of heaven and hell.
Instead of a casket orurn being placed upon the coffin at the conclusion of the ceremony, a Buddhist funeral Singapore will have a grave marker placed in the ground in front of the deceased’s final resting place. This act is called bodhisattva, or “good man.” In some Buddhist traditions, there is also a donation of a portion of the deceased’s organs which are then bequeathed to the deceased’s dependents upon the passing away of the last breath. Some families also choose to bury their deceased for a time and then cremate them and create a memorial container to place upon the grave marker.
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Another concern for non-believers is the very existence of ritualistic behaviors or actions during a Buddhist Funeral Service. It should be noted that most Buddhist traditions do not adhere to any form of organized religion and are instead more spontaneous. This spontaneous nature of the Buddhist religion has led to the existence of countless forms and kinds of Buddhist rituals. These rituals are an extension of their belief in Buddhism, but are performed according to their individual beliefs and fancies. These rituals are meant to serve as a way for loved ones to pay tribute to their deceased and to offer solace to their grieving family.
The only stipulation associated with the Buddhist funeral services in Singapore is that a body be cremated following the ceremony and the ashes presented to the family members. It is important to remember that the cremation is not allowed in all states or countries across Asia as it involves the burning of an incense stick, known as padparadscha, which is considered a fire hazard. Therefore, if you decide to go with a Buddhist service for your deceased loved one’s cremation, it is important to ensure that the crematorium where the body will be cremated is either approved by the Buddhist religion or is within an area where it is allowed to practice Buddhism.
In addition to the cremation, a Buddhist funeral consists of a memorial service with hymns, poems, Buddhist scripture readings, and other Buddhist traditions. All this can be viewed in a special coffins designed specifically for Buddhist purposes. A standard bungalow garden casket can hold up to six people; however, larger caskets are available upon request. A traditional satin coffin is preferred as it is both durable and attractive. There are many options available when choosing a casket for a Buddhist funeral; therefore, it is likely that there will be one or more that perfectly fit your loved one’s personality and culture.