3 End of Life Signs and Symptoms

Bracing ourselves for the impending loss of our loved ones is always a difficult and painful experience. While identifying end-of-life signs does not ease the pain, it allows us to start funeral pre-planning early, as well as gives us more time to be by our loved one’s side during their final moments, taking photos, engaging […]

3 Questions Surrounding Chinese Funeral Customs You May Have

Singapore’s predominantly Chinese population means that many of us have likely experienced attending a Chinese funeral service and encountering various customs and practices. It is only natural to want to be respectful of these customs at such a sensitive time, and the first step to doing so is to gain a better understanding of their […]

3 Essential Elements of a Buddhist Funeral

With over 1.07 million individuals identifying as Buddhists, Buddhism is the most represented religion in Singapore. As such, Buddhist funerals are frequent occurrences and many of us may have encountered one. However, those who are unfamiliar with Buddhist funeral services might be wondering more about the traditional funeral rituals and customs involved. If you are […]

Do’s and Don’ts When Attending a Chinese Funeral

Did you know that Chinese funerals often incorporate a mix of religious and cultural traditions, influenced by various belief systems? This includes Taoism, Buddhism, Confucianism, and local folk religions. While the specific practices can vary depending on regional customs and the preferences of the family involved, the general rituals remain consistent across both Taoist funerals […]

A Guide to Non-Religious Funeral Arrangements

Funeral services in Singapore, albeit a sombre occasion, can also be fascinating to observe. This is largely due to the country’s multiracial and multireligious nature where different religions bid farewell to the dearly departed differently. On the other hand, you also have free thinker funeral services in Singapore that may slightly differ in their proceedings. […]

A Guide To The Common Types Of Funeral Services Held In Singapore

PART 1 – INTRODUCTION Singapore is a cosmopolitan society with people from various races and religions. Among the most common faiths in Singapore include Buddhism, Taoism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and many more. Due to these various religions, a funeral service in Singapore may differ depending on the beliefs of the departed and their family. Each […]

What Are The Customs And Rituals Of A Buddhist Funeral

Buddhism is one of the most popular religions in Singapore, with about a third of the population practising this faith. And the religion’s teachings extend beyond its practices in daily lives; it also extends to the funeral service when the practitioner passes away. If you have been invited to attend a Buddhist funeral service but […]