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Different cultures, different beliefs

Each culture is unique. People are laid to rest in accordance with their culture and religious beliefs.

June 23, 2023
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Asanda Mbatha: I don`t believe in spending a lot of money for funeral because funerals are expensive and we should think about the future.
Asanda Mbatha: I don`t believe in spending a lot of money for funeral because funerals are expensive and we should think about the future.

People bury their loved ones differently, according to their cultures and beliefs. Some cultures prefer cremation, while others opt for traditional burials. In some cultures, the body is buried facing east, while in others it is buried facing west. Some cultures also have specific rituals and ceremonies that are performed during the burial process.

Northcliff Melville Times went to the streets and asked people this question: Will you spend a lot of money on a funeral? Below are their responses:

Ennocentia Mokgobu: Yes I believe that spending more on a funeral can be a way to honour and remember the life of the deceased. It is an opportunity to gather family and friends, celebrate the person's life, and provide closure.
Ennocentia Mokgobu: Yes I believe that spending more on a funeral can be a way to honour and remember the life of the deceased. It is an opportunity to gather family and friends, celebrate the person’s life, and provide closure.
Linda Sibiya: I think the decision to spend a lot of money on a funeral is a personal and subjective matter. It depends on various factors, including cultural, religious, and personal beliefs, as well as financial circumstances.
Linda Sibiya: I think the decision to spend a lot of money on a funeral is a personal and subjective matter. It depends on various factors, including cultural, religious, and personal beliefs, as well as financial circumstances.
Lethabo Moeketsi: No, I think It's essential to consider your financial situation and ensure that spending a significant amount on a funeral does not place an undue burden on the surviving family members.
Lethabo Moeketsi: No, I think It’s essential to consider your financial situation and ensure that spending a significant amount on a funeral does not place an undue burden on the surviving family members.

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