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Buddhist Funeral Services

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What is involved in a Buddhist Funeral or Memorial Service?

A Buddhist funeral is a ceremony that adheres to Buddhist beliefs and practices, aiming to guide the departed soul towards a favourable rebirth and provide solace for the grieving. A Buddhist funeral service can be conducted at a Buddhist temple, a funeral home or a family home, and the service can typically consist of chanting, eulogies delivered by family members, monks, and other members of the Buddhist community.

A Buddhist funeral may include any of the following traditions:

  • Wearing White
    • Attendees usually wear white, however, this is dependent on their nationality. Buddhists consider excessive shows of wealth unnecessary, and it is more respectful to attend a Buddhist funeral in more humble attire.
  • Chanting and Prayers
    • Monks or family members begin the service by performing Buddhist chants and prayers to guide the deceased’s soul and create a peaceful atmosphere.
  • Offerings
    • A small offering is shared by mourners at the beginning of the service, usually consisting of food, flowers, candles, and incense as a gesture of respect.
  • Open Casket
    • It is common at a Buddhist funeral for a casket to be open, where offerings will be placed (outside the casket) around the person.
  • Cremation or Burial
    • Generally, a Buddhist funeral will conclude with a cremation, however, depending on local customs, the body may be cremated or buried, accompanied by further rituals and prayers.
  • Rebirth and Karma
    • The funeral emphasizes the concept of rebirth with rituals on various days following the death. At the 100th day the family celebrates the successful passing of the deceased into their knew life.

Bowra & O’Dea’s Buddhist Funeral & Memorial Services

Here at Bowra & O’Dea, our funeral directors take the extra care and pride in helping you arrange your Buddhist funeral, with our services respectfully tailored to your specific religious needs and traditions. Whether you’d like an open casket, to include chanting and prayers, or have any personal preferences, our team will ensure every detail has been included to allow for a beautiful, seamless memorial for your loved one.

Contact Us

Our experienced team are here to help and support you during this time. If you’d like more information about our Buddhist funeral services, or want to know how we can assist further, please contact our team today on (08) 9231 5199.

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