Myth 1 – The Bible Forbids Cremation While it’s true that some interpretations of Biblical texts suggest that cremation was often an exception to traditional burial methods, it’s not forbidden […]
Debunking Common Myths About Cremation
Sitting Shiva: What You Need to Know About the Jewish Mourning Period
The Origins of Shiva The practice of sitting shiva is almost as old as Judaism itself, with the first reference to it likely coming in Genesis 7:10 and the following […]
Tahara: A Sacred Journey in Jewish Burial Traditions
The Essence Of Tahara Tahara embodies a journey filled with respect, love, and spirituality. Each meticulous step of this ritual is executed with profound reverence, gently leading the departed soul […]
Understanding the Importance of the Jewish Cemetery: Customs and Traditions
The Sacred Significance of Jewish Cemeteries in Honoring Eternal Bonds In many faiths, cemeteries are considered sacred, but Jewish traditions particularly emphasize the sanctity of burial sites. This is done […]
How to Make Sure Your Pet Is Taken Care of After You Pass
What Happens to Your Pet After You Pass From a legal standpoint, what happens to your pet after you pass depends on your living arrangements. If you share your home […]
The Traveling Funeral of Abraham Lincoln
The History of Traveling Funerals Traveling funerals, or funeral trains, existed before Lincoln’s passing. They were just never used to escort a dignitary to their final resting place. These types […]
The Final Resting Place for Many of Hollywood’s Legends
Judy Garland One of film’s most beloved stars and greatest talents, Judy Garland first stepped onto a stage at the age of two. Her unforgettable performance in The Wizard of […]
The Irish Wake Tradition: Honoring Life and Death
The History of the Irish Wake Opinions vary on the origins of Irish wakes. The origins are unclear. Some believe it likely that various aspects of ceremony and celebration were […]
The History of the Hearse
The Origins of the Hearse The hearse as we know it today didn’t come into being until the introduction of motorization. However, variations on the concept existed centuries ago, starting […]
Planning a Green Funeral
What Is a Green Funeral? Also known as natural burial, a green funeral is any that factors environmental sustainability into the burial process. The Funeral Consumers Alliance points out that […]
