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What You Should Know When Setting Up Non Religious Funerals
If a non religious funeral is in the works, individuals will have to take some extra steps to make sure that the wishes of the deceased are respected. This way, all family members will be happy. At no point should religion be mentioned in the ceremony.
One of the best things that people can do is procure a gravestone that is secular. It should not contain any Christian messages and should rather include a nice saying or two that will allow loved ones to feel better about things. The gravestone can be carved from marble or granite and should remain in great condition through the years.
Humanism should be a valued idea. In fact, many people readily admit that they do not need religion in order to live meaningful lives. Many individuals are agnostic. Family members and friends can get together and out together a ceremony that will honor the wishes of their loved one.
Books might also be brought into the fold. If the family member had long been in love with Twain or Einstein, a few sayings from these authors can be read aloud. Some of the deceased's favorite books might even be set up at the ceremony for others to view.
For secular ceremonies, hymns will have to be avoided at all costs. Instead of using hymns, poetry might be a good alternative. The sonatas of Beethoven and Mozart might also be enjoyed by many different kinds of people. The goal is to produce a ceremony that is radiant and beautiful.
In the end, setting up a non religious funeral does not have to be overly difficult. As long as people follow their hearts, they should be successful. If they need guidance along the way, they can rely on friends who have been through such ceremonies in the recent past.
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