Jain Funeral Procedures

Author(s): Tansukh J Salgia
Publisher: Tansukh J Salgia

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ITEMS NEEDED
Ghee/Clarified butter Deevo/lamp Dry Coconut Cotton for making deevo Agarbati/incense with stand Camphor (Kapur) Flowers and garland Metal plate/Thali/ Aluminum tray
Rice
Matchbox/Lighter Religious picture/Books Picture of deceased person Audio cassette/CD player Religious tapes/CD Red Kum Kum powder/or Chandan Tablecloth Electric extension cords Sandalwood Water jug Public address system
FULL TEXTS OF MEMORIAL SERVICES
J AIN Funeral or Memorial Service at the Time of Deathl
GATHERING
Music or Time of Silence (NOTE: It is important to note the role of family and friends in planning and leading the service. Those who gather should be encouraged to take an active role. The Jain community is also capable of offering leadership, reassurance, comfort and hope.)
The service may begin with Words of Welcome, a Greeting and Introduction, or a combination of these. While standing or sitting at or near the front of the gathering, the presider may begin by giving a "Greeting and Words of Welcome":
"Good morning (afternoon, evening)... On behalf of the family I would like to welcome all of you to this gathering and express appreciation on their behalf for coming and offering your support and encouragement at this time. (Introduce yourself - My name
_ [relationship to the deceased and/or family])"
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