Religious Views of Death, Cremation and Burial at Sea
Click on the links below for information about different religions’ views of cremation and burial at sea. Gathered from reliable authorities, these essays provide general information. Since views and interpretation of religious customs and law can differ greatly within one’s church, it is most important to seek guidance from a trusted religious advisor.
Eternal salvation, if important to you, should never be based on articles such as these but rather on sound guidance, education and prayer. The choice to bury at sea is never reversible. It is important that proper consideration be given before this choice is made.
Sea Services welcomes your comments, additions or corrections to the religious material contained on these pages in our pursuit to provide accurate information about these complex and often controversial customs. Please do not hesitate to write to us with your views.
