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What distinguishes a cremation from a funeral or burial?

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The burial, funeral, and cremation procedures are all associated with the passing of a body and what occurs next. Many people leave detailed instructions in their wills about what they want to happen after they pass away. An elaborate process is carried out to bury a loved one's remains next to some of their most precious belongings. The deceased person's remains could be placed in a sealed casket before being buried. The deceased are sometimes interred at columbariums that are connected to the temples or churches that families attend. Many societies bury their dead, and human burial dates back more than 100,000 years.   In certain societies, the deceased are buried with all the creature comforts they would require in the hereafter. Funerals are ceremonies performed to honor, venerate, and sanctify the dead. Depending on the culture, there are many various ways to celebrate the life of the deceased. While some people offer prayers, others pray for peace. Additional rites includ...

What is basically cremation?

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  It is sad that when a loved one dies, apart from feeling sad for the loss, we have to face the uncomfortable process of arranging for their burial and funeral. The truth is that no one, absolutely no one, is free from facing a situation as delicate as this. Cremation consists of accelerating through heat the natural process of decomposition of a dead body, reducing the corpse to ashes; these are placed in an urn whose model and design can be chosen by the family or by the deceased themselves before their death This practice has been accepted since ancient times, even within Christian circles. Before making the decision to be cremated or to cremate a family member (in case the latter has not expressed their wish), it is advisable to be clear about the final destination and consider that it is an extraordinary place.   Benefits of cremation. ●     Less expense. While it's true that there's nothing "cheap" about a funeral, cremation is a low-cost alternative. ...