Why Wait 3 Days Before Cremation?
It can be very tough to deal with the loss of your loved one. Feelings are raw and the grieving has just begun. Families and friends can come together to remember and mourn the passing of the person who has died. This tradition exists in many cultures throughout the world, and has been practiced for centuries, before the Burial or Cremation. Especially the custom of doing 3 days before cremation can be beneficial.
Having Cultural and Traditional Significance
Various cultures and religions have roots of the tradition of waiting for three days before cremation. In Hinduism for instance, the soul departs the body at death within about three days. It is a time for the family and friends to gather, perform rituals and prepare for the last rites. In some Christian traditions too, the waiting time may be for the celebration of vigil or other religious practices.
Emotional and Practical Benefits
There are good reasons for the waiting time, both practical and emotional:
- Emotional Closure: It provides some additional time for family and friends to process their grief; to mentally and emotionally prepare for the final goodbye.
- Logistical arrangements: It provides sufficient time for all the necessary arrangements to be made such as making arrangements with funeral services, creameries, etc.
- Rituals and Ceremonies: There are a lot of people who find comfort in performing ritual and ceremonies. These can be carried out in a dignified and respectful manner during a waiting period.
The Modern Approach to Funeral Services
Over the last few years, there has been a trend for a more individual and flexible Funeral Service. Last Ride Funeral upholds tradition, and at the same time, caters to the needs and desires of every family. They are sensitive about compassion and understanding, and attempt to smooth and dignify.
Simple Ways to Cope
While there are no easy answers to the grieving process, certain steps can be taken to help reduce the pain of loss:
- Set Goals: Work on 1 goal at a time. Having small, attainable goals can help with the amount of decisions that are needed to be made.
- Prioritize Tasks: Determine tasks to be done in the present and those that can be done in the future. This can be helpful in managing stress as well as making things as smooth as possible.
- Avoid Procrastination: It may be easy to put off arranging the things but when you do that, it can make you more stressed. Breaking tasks into smaller steps may help to provide a sense of achievement and/or control.
- Finding balance: It is important to allow for some rest and reflection to find balance. The grieving process is a time-consuming and sensitive one.
Conclusion
The three days after the death are the days of cremation which are a combination of cultural, emotional and practical reasons. Understanding the complexities of grief and what follows after the loss and being compassionate, understanding and patient in the process. Last Ride Funeral philosophy is to support tradition and service to meet each person’s needs, at best you like. Families can rest assured that their loved ones will be treated with dignity and respect by selecting a service that is sensitive to and respects these traditions and the grieving process.
