Why You Should Choose Burial
One of the hardest choice you will have to make is whether to choose cremation or burial. In fact, this is one of the most common questions that we face here at the American Heritage Cemetery Funeral Home Crematory. There are many benefits to both, but here are the most common reasons why people end up choosing burial.
Preference for Traditional Methods
Burial services have been the preferred option for centuries. This means that it is the more conventional option when people tend to think of when it comes to saying goodbye. If you or your loved one tend to stick to tried and tested methods, you might find yourself more inclined toward choosing burial options. For some families, this can be ingrained in the concept that the body is more respected when burials are chosen.
Preference for Permanent Gravesites
With options like cremation where there are many different alternatives for a final resting place, it can be disconcerting to not have a permanent place where you can physically visit. With burials, you will have an allotted space at your chosen cemetery. For many people, visiting the grave is a sacred event and can help you in the grieving process, as well as to maintain a connection with your loved one. In fact, there are religions that will have gravesite-centric festivals where families gather to either clean or celebrate their passed loved ones.
More importantly, having a permanent resting place normally means that there is a potential that other family members can be laid to rest alongside your loved one. For some cemeteries, it is possible to prepay for companion plots or a set of neighboring plots to ensure that your family will stay together.
Religious Beliefs
Religion is another strong reason why many people will prefer burial over cremation. Whether it is due to personal religious beliefs or the religious requirements of the family, many major religions will have strong restrictions on what will be considered a respectable option after death. For example, followers of Christianity treasure the concept of resurrection due to the resurrection of Jesus, making burial an important part of the religious ceremony for death. Islamic traditions and Jewish beliefs also have firmly held social and religious commitments when it comes to burial and the necessary rites leading up to burial.
Eco-Friendly Option
Another reason why people have started preferring burial is due to the rising popularity of natural, or green, burials. This refers to having a funeral in a designated green burial site, without the use of any toxic chemicals or non-organic materials. This means having no traditional caskets, no concrete vaults, no embalming, and in some cases, no grave markers. This is especially important for people who are concerned with their carbon footprint following death and by choosing option, you or your loved one can be assured that strict policies are in place to minimize any waste and to conserve energy.
For more information on the different options that you can choose with regards to burials or any other end of life measures, contact us anytime and our team will be here to support you.
