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“Cremation or Burial? A Jewish View” by Doron Kornbluth
A case advocating burial over the increasingly popular practice of cremation
Modern society tends to prefer cremation: it is perceived as cheaper than a burial, more environmentally sound, and, well, just more hip. To the contemporary person, “the idea of scattering ashes seems a eco-friendly alternative” to burial. The idea of … Continue reading
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Tagged Abrahamic Religions, Ashes, Burial, Cremation, Death, Death Care, Doron Kornbluth, Dying, Eco-Friendly, environmental impact, Funeral, Funeral Services, Great Britain, Grieving, Japan, Jewish Culture, Jewish Tradition, Judaism, Natural burial, Sea Burial, Space Funeral, United States
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“A Short Guide To A Long Life” by Dr. David Agus
I read Dr. David B. Agus's book as I jones for my daily cherry turnover
A Short Guide To A Long Life by Dr. David Agus starts by sharing with us his frustration from seeing patients get old and develop the laundry list of Western ailments while looking for treatments. All would have been unnecessary if … Continue reading
“Too Soon To Say Goodbye” by Art Buchwald
But he doesn't die and it becomes a joke of sorts
In his final opus, “Too Soon To Say Goodbye,” political/social/celebrity writer and humorist Art Buchwald tells of his failing health, his decision to forgo dialysis after his kidneys fail and his acceptance his inevitable death. He checks into a Washington, D.C. hospice to … Continue reading
“Never say Die” by
Susan Jacoby
No matter their efforts, Boomers will become physically and mentally crippled by old age
I hate the thought of old age and I do my best at keeping good care of my body. “Never Say Die” by Susan Jacoby tells us that no matter how much we exercise or how many supplements we take, … Continue reading
”Erasing Death” by Sam Parnia
The collision of modern science and philosophy asks the age old question: do we have a soul?
When one thinks of death, it is usually thought of as a sudden event. But today, we have developed a medical science of maintaining someone who may be clinically dead (cardiac arrest and no brain activity) which sometimes results in … Continue reading
Shadow Gallery’s Song, “Say Goodbye to The Morning”
No matter what happens when you die, it’s not over
Shadow Gallery, a contemporary progressive metal band from the 80’s, is known for its wide range of sounds, from heavy to mellow. Both highly charged and emotionally sweet, the tune “Say Goodbye to the Morning” paints a story along with … Continue reading
