Does the Bible say cremation is wrong?

The Bible does not specifically say whether cremation is approved or not. But it does give instances where the prophets in the Old Testament were buried versus burning their bodies after death (see Genesis 23:9, Deuteronomy 34:5-6, and Mark 6:29).

What does spirituality say about cremation?

Hinduism and Cremation This process is called reincarnation and is the basis for Hinduism’s close association with cremation. Cremation encourages the soul to leave the body and more toward mukti.

Is it a sin to be cremated?

A: In the Bible, cremation is not labeled a sinful practice. The short answer to your question appears to be no, cremation is not a sin. That said, the biblical recordings of funerals explain that God’s people were laid to rest in tombs; usually a hewn rock of some sort with a stone seal.

Does it matter if a body is buried or cremated?

Fact: Regarding resurrection of the dead, it does not matter to God whether a person’s body was buried, cremated, lost at sea, or eaten by wild animals. ( Revelation 20:13) The Almighty can easily re-create a new body for the person.​— 1 Corinthians 15:35, 38.

Is cremation safe for your soul?

Once the body is cremated, autopsied or buried these people usually get the idea that there is no going back and they begin to move on, cross over, look for the light, or try to remain earthbound if that’s important to them (as is often the case with people who have unfinished urgent business). Cremation is safe for your soul.

What does the Bible say about burial or cremation of the dead?

There is no Bible command regarding either burial or cremation of the dead. The Bible does report instances of faithful servants of God burying their dead. For example, Abraham went to great lengths to secure a burial place for his wife, Sarah.

Why don’t some religions require cremation?

As most religions do, Muslims believe that human consciousness survives death, and that the soul is aware of the body’s treatment and burial. The Baha’i Faith also encourages its followers to avoid cremation, for many reasons—including ones that have to do with maintaining the balance of nature and its cycles:

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