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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
Posted in Lending Insight
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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Our Weekly Tip: Memorial at Sea
Scatter the ashes of a loved one - or simply hold a beautiful memorial - beside the sea
Our Tip of The Week: Celebrate the life of a loved one by scattering their ashes out to sea, or simply holding a gathering in honor of their memory by a body of water. The atmosphere offers a calm, serene mood … Continue reading
Restoring Coral Reefs through Sea Burial
Eternal Reefs rebuild ecosystems with cremated remains
From pyramids to space burial, technology informs the rituals by which we memorialize our losses. Now we can do so while simultaneously restoring fragile, diminishing ecosystems. Imagine literally turning death into vibrant, dense sea life with layers of coral and schools … Continue reading
What Is a Sea Burial? An Interview with Captain Brad White
A new look at the old tradition of burials at sea
Captain Brad White is the founder of New England Burials At Sea – also known as National Burials At Sea – which is used by the Navy, EPA and many funeral homes across America. New England Burials At Sea is an innovative and contemporary way … Continue reading
Posted in Professional Advice
Tagged ash scattering, Burials at Sea, Green Burial, New England, New England Burials at Sea, Professional Advice, Sea Burial, Sea Burials
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What Is a Sea Burial? An Interview with Captain Brad White
